Why does my wrist hurt so bad when I bend it?

Since many of the tasks that we perform every day require the use of our hands, wrist pain can be debilitating. If your wrist hurts when you bend it, then even simple tasks can become uncomfortable. You shouldn’t ignore wrist pain if you experience it. There are several different conditions that can cause wrist pain. […]

Can physical therapists prescribe pain meds?

Physical therapists are experts in human movement and musculoskeletal conditions. These conditions can cause different levels of pain. Yet, most physical therapists cannot prescribe pain meds. Have you tried a variety of pain management techniques and think pain meds might be the next step? Consider trying physical therapy first.  Benefits of physical therapy  One reason […]

Why was the loud pop in my neck followed by pain?

The short answer to this question is that you’ve injured a structure in your neck. Finding out what injury you have may require visiting a medical professional, such as a physical therapist.  Neck pain is something that many Americans are familiar with, and it’s reported that about 5.8% of women and 4% of men are […]

Three exercises you can use to reduce inner knee pain after running

Running is a great way to get cardiovascular exercise, but it’s also a common trigger of knee pain. This activity is especially likely to cause inner knee pain if you have gait issues or muscle imbalances.  The inner side of the knee is also known as the medial part of the knee. Runners can easily […]

Why is your torn hamstring recovery time lasting so long?

It’s not uncommon for people with hamstring injuries to ask this question. After all, they’re usually athletes who want to return to playing as soon as possible. Yet there are many factors that can cause your torn hamstring recovery time to go on longer than you want it to. A hamstring tear is something that […]

Three exercises that can help your inflammatory back pain

Back pain is often caused by an injury to a back muscle or other back structures. However, even if you don’t have a mechanical back issue, you can still experience back pain.  Inflammatory, or nonmechanical, back pain isn’t caused by an injury to a back structure. It’s related to chronic inflammation in one or more […]

Six factors that can lead to nerve pain in the knee

Are you feeling a burning pain in your knee? Does your pain radiate from the outside of your knee down the lower leg? Answering yes to these two questions means that you likely have a pinched peroneal nerve.  The peroneal nerve is a branch of the sciatic nerve, and it’s the only major nerve that […]

What can physical therapists do for the burning pain in my shoulder?

That burning pain in your shoulder is becoming a daily occurrence, and nothing you’ve tried has been able to get rid of the pain. If this is the situation you’re in, you should consider getting help from a physical therapist.  Shoulder pain is something that many U.S. adults have experienced in their lives, which isn’t […]

What to do if you hear a loud pop in your knee followed by pain

The first thing to do if you hear a loud pop in your knee followed by pain is stop doing your activity immediately. These symptoms are common to knee ligament injuries. Typically, continuing the activity you were doing will cause these injuries to worsen.  Knee ligament injuries are a common problem, especially for athletes. One […]

What are some torticollis treatment methods used in physical therapy?

There are three treatment methods that many physical therapists use for torticollis. These three methods can be helpful for addressing the two major types of torticollis.  Torticollis is also called wry neck. This condition causes the neck to twist abnormally and makes it harder to move the head. The two major types of torticollis are […]

How long will I have pain after rotator cuff surgery?

The answer for each patient can vary slightly. The most typical length of time patients experience pain after rotator cuff surgery is six months. It’s at this point that many patients are able to return to many of their pre-surgery activities.  Physical therapists are a vital part of your recovery process after rotator cuff surgery. […]

Three causes of foot arch pain that are not plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is definitely the most common source of arch pain. But that doesn’t mean it’s the only issue that can cause your pain.  Physical therapists can help you learn the cause of foot arch pain that’s not related to plantar fasciitis. These specialists can also help you find effective ways to treat your foot […]