Can carrying a heavy purse cause shoulder damage?
Not all cases of shoulder pain are caused by sports injuries or traumatic events like car accidents. Oftentimes, it’s caused by something simple, like carrying a heavy bag. But could carrying a heavy purse or messenger bag cause severe enough damage that you would seek shoulder pain treatment? Well, yes, in some cases. In this […]
Why exactly are my sciatica symptoms worse in the morning?
Sciatica is not a condition but rather a symptom that causes pain. Sciatica occurs when there is irritation to the sciatic nerve. It is commonly caused by a herniated disc or other spinal problems that compress the sciatic nerve. Are you wondering why your sciatica seems to be worse in the morning? There are a […]
Pain in the neck when breathing: Why you’re feeling it and what PT can do about it
Many people feel neck pain after a long day of sitting at a computer or from having slept on it the wrong way. Roughly 30% of adults report having experienced neck pain at one point or another. Most of these aches and pains will go away after a while. However, if you are experiencing neck […]
How to use a foot wrap for pain in 5 simple steps
Foot pain is a very common condition in the U.S. Approximately 87% of people in the U.S. report experiencing pain in their feet at some point in their lives. The likelihood of developing pain in the feet can be increased by a variety of factors including chronic disease, poor footwear and age. For some people, […]
3 common activities you should try to avoid after a forearm muscle strain
Your forearm is a powerhouse: It supports more than a dozen muscles and tendons, the flexions of your wrist and fingers, and your radius and ulna bones. With so many moving parts, your forearm can be easily injured. In particular, forearm strains occur when a muscle in the forearm partly or completely tears. You can […]
Is chronic pain officially considered to be a disability?
Approximately 20% of adult Americans experienced chronic pain in 2019, and 7% had chronic pain that limited their daily activities. With so many people suffering from different types of chronic pain, it can be difficult to define it. However, chronic pain is unlike other other types of pain: It is consistent, persisting almost every day […]
3 lower back problems that can cause future issues if they aren’t treated now
An estimated 4 out of 5 people will deal with lower back pain at any point in their lifetimes. This type of back pain can be tricky to deal with because it can affect even simple daily activities and tasks. 3 lower back problems that could lead to future issues if left untreated Poor posture […]
3 tips for treating bilateral sciatica at home and when to seek professional help
Sometimes, back pain can be the sign of something serious. It may be the symptom of a slipped disc, a fracture or a torn muscle, all of which need medical attention. However, some types of back pain are minor and can be treated at home. You’re likely to experience sciatica at some point, since research […]
Why are you feeling back pain after recovering from COVID-19?
It’s no secret by now that COVID-19 can continue to cause people issues long after their bodies have defeated the virus. A common example of post-COVID-19 symptoms is back pain. COVID-19 has been exhibiting many new symptoms as new virus variations have emerged. This includes the infection causing back pain and headaches, even after the […]
Physical therapists can offer these 3 treatments for nerve pain in the knee
There are certain conditions that are likely to spring to mind when someone says, “Nerve pain.” One of the most likely of these is that scourge of the lower back called sciatica. That’s not a bad guess since about 5% of people develop sciatica annually. A pinched nerve may also be an issue that jumps […]
How long is physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery?
A rotator cuff tear sounds like it should send people scurrying to meet with their doctor, but you might be surprised to hear that many people have rotator cuff tears and don’t even know it. One medical study reports that 34% of the people surveyed had a rotator cuff tear but no symptoms. Tears that […]
Five ways physical therapists can help the pain in the lower part of the back of your head
If you suffer from pain in the lower back of your head, you shouldn’t ignore it. Over time, this pain can be worsened by ignoring it. However, that depends on the cause of your pain. The first step is determining the cause of your pain. Usually this kind of pain is caused by a condition […]