Two physical therapy exercises that can help your hips

Your hip joints are some of the most important structures in your body, and they’re involved in normal daily activities like walking, running and climbing stairs. However, problems with the muscles around your hip can trigger pain and other symptoms.  Hip pain is a common issue for Americans. Up to 40% of people who play […]

Why should I try virtual physical therapy?

It’s not uncommon for people to find reasons to avoid going to physical therapy. It’s too far to drive. I’ll have to wait too long to see a therapist. Physical therapy will be expensive. These are all common excuses we might give for not going to see a physical therapist.  This mindset is likely one […]

Three issues that frequently cause nerve pain in the knees

You have nerves in almost every part of your body, and they allow signals to be sent to and from the brain. However, nerves can also be irritated or pinched, which can lead to pain.  The knees are one area of the body that often become painful, and medical studies show that up to 25% […]

What can I do to reduce my torn hamstring’s recovery time?

Reducing your torn hamstring’s recovery time is the goal of most people who develop this painful injury. There are some steps you can take to meet this goal, but you’re more likely to meet it if you seek help from a physical therapist.  Hamstring tears commonly occur in people who play sports, and it’s reported […]

Five conditions that could be the source of your balance issues

There are many issues that can affect your balance, and many of them cause symptoms like dizziness, vertigo and falls. Often, these symptoms occur together. They can also lead to some serious injuries.  For instance, it’s reported that 1 out of 5 falls leads to a serious injury like a fracture or concussion. Working with […]

Two exercises to reduce upper back and shoulder blade pain

Our upper backs and shoulders take a lot more abuse than you might think, especially if you work at a desk all day. Repetitive activities and poor posture can easily lead to pain in the upper back and around the shoulder blade.  Having pain in either or both of these areas isn’t uncommon for Americans. […]

How common is hip pain during pregnancy?

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What are the treatment options for a partial rotator cuff tear?

Each of your shoulders is able to support the weight of your arms and power your arms for a wide range of activities thanks to the rotator cuffs. Each rotator cuff is a group of muscles, tendons and ligaments around the bones of the shoulder joint. These muscles, tendons and ligaments must all work together […]

Three benefits of a running gait analysis

Do you feel pain while you’re running or after you run? Does your stride just feel a little off? If you said yes to one or both of these questions, you should consider having a running gait analysis from a physical therapist.  Your gait is the way your body moves as you run or walk, […]

How long do sciatica symptoms last?

The answer to this question can vary, but generally, acute sciatica symptoms take between one and two weeks to resolve. However, there are factors that can drastically affect how long sciatica symptoms last.  Sciatica occurs when one of the sciatic nerves is being pinched or irritated. This condition can be a short-term issue, but it […]

What can I do about hip pain during pregnancy?

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What can cause shoulder and elbow pain at the same time?

Often, pushing yourself during a workout can lead to aching in your shoulder and elbow. Playing a high-impact sport can also leave these areas banged up and painful. Such issues will typically feel better after some rest. However, there are issues that cause shoulder and elbow pain that require professional help.  A physical therapist can […]