5 causes and treatments for finger joint pain

Every single one of your joints is utilized during everyday activities. For example, your shoulder is used to reach something off a high shelf and your knees help you walk up the stairs in your home. Your finger joints are used dozens of times a day without you even noticing it — until they start […]

3 ways that PT can help you return to driving after surgery on your ACL

Recovering from a major surgery can be a long and challenging journey. Have you recently had an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery? After ACL surgery, post-surgical rehabilitation is an integral part of making a complete recovery. The ACL is an important ligament located around the center of the knee. Like the other ligaments, the ACL […]

Strain-counterstrain therapy: What it is and how it can benefit you

Strain-counterstrain therapy is one of many manual therapy techniques that physical therapists use. The goal of this treatment method is to help patients decrease pain levels and regain their mobility and flexibility. But what is strain-counterstrain therapy, and how can it help you get your life back? This manual therapy treatment has two main focuses: […]

The top 6 causes of knee and ankle pain

Knee pain and ankle pain are both common ailments. Often, they can occur simultaneously, leading to even more pain and discomfort. In fact, if you are dealing with ankle pain, you’re more likely to develop knee pain as well. When your body is in pain, it tries to compensate by relieving pressure on the affected […]

Sharp pain in your kneecap? 4 issues that might be behind your pain

Experiencing sharp knee pain in your kneecap that won’t go away? Knee pain can be a frustrating experience, especially when it persists for an extended period of time. The pain may be distracting and limit your ability to engage in everyday activities. If you are experiencing sharp pain in your kneecap, finding treatment that works […]

4 issues that can cause stabbing pain in the side of your foot

Has the pain in your feet been bothering you lately? You’d be one of 87% of people who report experiencing foot pain at some point in their lives. Foot pain is a fairly common type of pain to experience, but it can be extremely disruptive to everyday life. If your foot pain has developed into […]

4 things to expect in a physical therapy session for neck pain

Are you struggling with neck pain that just won’t go away? Is it interfering with your ability to perform everyday activities, like work and sleep? You’d be one of 80% of people in the U.S. who experience neck pain at some point in their lifetimes. You’re also one of the 20% to 50% who experience […]

7 causes of top-of-foot pain

We’re all bound to feel foot pain from time to time due to everyday activities. Whether it’s from walking all day at work or tripping over a curb, it’s normal to feel a twinge in your foot sometimes. In fact, up to 87% of people experience painful feet in their lifetime. But what does it […]

Is carpal tunnel surgery worth it? The pros and cons

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that typically affects the hands and wrists. Hand and wrist pain are usually the earliest symptoms and, left untreated, this condition can lead to severe aches and pains. People who suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome are often unable to work with their hands for extended periods of time. […]

Is dry needling an effective treatment for sciatica?

Sciatica is a painful condition that can affect the lower back and legs. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body; sciatic nerve pain is usually related to compression or irritation of this nerve. This condition can have many different root causes. Degenerative disc disease is just one possible cause of sciatic […]

Labrum tear vs. rotator cuff tear: How do the symptoms differ?

Your shoulder is a complex joint made up of several bones, tendons and ligaments. When your shoulder suffers a sudden blow or is overstretched over time, you could tear your soft tissue surrounding the joint. Two common injuries that can occur in the shoulder are rotator cuff tears and labrum tears. Both shoulder injuries can […]

3 reasons some women feel pelvic pain when sneezing

Do you sometimes sneeze and feel a shooting type of pain in your lower abdomen? Are you looking for the causes of this kind of pain? Pelvic pain when sneezing is a fairly common condition, with about 1 in 7 women experiencing chronic pelvic pain. Pain in your pelvis can occur in the hips, tailbone, […]