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Tending to mild injuries right after they occur can make a difference
While these simple remedies are best for mild injuries, more severe injuries require care from a trained professional. In these cases, it’s best to see a physical therapist, who will perform a thorough evaluation of your condition and create a pers
July 16, 2019
[More]Prevent sports-related injuries with targeted training programs
In a perfect world, athletes would be able to participate in their respective sport at full tilt without having to worry about hurting themselves or dealing with the consequences of an injury. But alas, the world we live in is not perfect, and injuries r
July 9, 2019
[More]Regardless of what sport you play, injuries are an unavoidable part
From the perspective of both a participant and a spectator, sports can be a glorious, epic, and uplifting affair. But on the other side of the coin, they can also be devastating, gut-wrenching, and downright deflating. There are a number of different ty
July 2, 2019
[More]3 different types of exercise are effective for rotator cuff injuries
Shoulder pain affects approximately 16-21% of the population, and it’s one of the most common reasons people seek out care from a doctor. There are many possible causes of shoulder pain, but a significant percentage of cases are due to a condition
June 27, 2019
[More]For shoulder pain relief, try these exercises and home remedies
Shoulder pain can be one of the most disabling problems to deal with. Whether you realize it or not, you use your shoulder pretty frequently throughout most days, as it permits practically any movement that involves your arms. This is why any issue that
June 18, 2019
[More]Prevent shoulder pain by avoiding too many overhead activities
If you’ve recently found yourself grabbing an item on a top shelf, reaching for something in the backseat of your car, or throwing an object of any sort, then you were also witnessing the grand capabilities of the shoulder joint. The shoulder is th
June 11, 2019
[More]Repetitive use of the shoulder and age-related changes can both lead
The shoulder is a rather incredible part of the human anatomy. As the most flexible and mobile joint in the body, the shoulder allows the arm to move in a wide range of directions, which is necessary for performing many of the dexterous tasks needed i
June 4, 2019
[More]After a broken wrist, PT will help ensure a safe & effective recovery
The wrist is a complex joint where 15 different bones meet, each of which performs its own specific function. All of these bones play an important role, and if a problem or injury occurs in any one of them, it can affect the way that the entire wrist mov
May 30, 2019
[More]Take action to relieve your hand or wrist pain right now
Hand or wrist pain can be a real nuisance. Because of the frequent use of these body parts, a significant portion of daily movements can result in pain and serve as a constant reminder of one’s condition. This situation can be made even worse when
May 21, 2019
[More]Prevent hand and wrist pain with position changes & simple exercises
Most people don’t realize just how much they rely on their hands and wrists until a problem arises. This is often the case for anyone with hand or wrist pain, which can turn many everyday activities into challenging tasks that require a strategy to
May 14, 2019
[More]Hand or wrist pain can strike at any age and complicate simple tasks
The hands and wrists are one of the main tools that we use to navigate the world around us. Whether it’s driving to work, typing away on your computer, or picking up your child, the use of your hands and wrists is absolutely vital to your ability t
May 7, 2019
[More]Physical therapy is the best option knee and hip osteoarthritis
Orthopedic manual therapy interventions with exercise therapy compared with exercise therapy alone provide short term benefits in reducing pain, improving function, and stairs ascending-descending time in people with knee osteoarthritis.
April 25, 2019
[More]Take these steps to reduce arthritis symptoms in daily life
The term "arthritis" is used to describe more than 100 different conditions, all of which are defined by inflammation of one or more joints and a resulting set of bothersome symptoms. The exact cause in each case depends on what type of arthritis is pres
April 16, 2019
[More]Reduce chances of developing osteoarthritis with lifestyle changes
Few conditions are as well known to the general public as arthritis, which is probably because about 54 million Americans—or about 23% of the population—are currently affected by it. These figures could naturally be a bit alarming and lead so
April 9, 2019
[More]Arthritis can affect individuals of all ages
The term juvenile arthritis includes many different inflammatory and autoimmune disorders that, like rheumatoid arthritis, cause the immune system to attack its own healthy cells in joints. It’s not clearly understood why this occurs, but both gene
April 2, 2019
[More]PT is a much safer and more effective alternative to opioids
Try as we might, it’s nearly impossible to avoid all pain in our lives. Whether it’s twisted ankle or a bad back, we all experience some pain at one point or another, which is why the presence of pain is by far the most common reason people s
March 28, 2019
[More]PTs are experts at identifying imbalances to prevent injuries
When most people hear about physical therapy, they usually tend to think that it’s only for disabled individuals and those who are recovering from injury. While it may be true that physical therapy is perhaps most commonly used on patients that fal
March 19, 2019
[More]If you have a painful condition, physical therapy is your best option
Have you dealt with any pain recently—or perhaps right now—that prevents you from moving or completing certain tasks normally? If so, it’s probably due to some type of musculoskeletal disorder. This term is used to describe a wide arra
March 12, 2019
[More]Understanding the truly massive scale of the opioid epidemic
The presence of pain—especially pain that lasts for a long period of time—is perhaps the most common reason that people seek out medical help. Because pain is such a unique and subjective experience, it’s also one of the most controvers
March 5, 2019
[More]Some physical therapists may offer education on improving nutrition
If you're dealing with any of the conditions listed above along with an injury, your physical therapist may be able to offer some professional advice and education on the role your diet may be playing. By asking you about some of your dietary habits
March 1, 2019
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