Why does my back keep cracking all the time?

Adjusting your back once in a while so that it cracks is normal, and for the most part, pretty safe. It can be helpful for relieving pressure and tension in the joints. One study even showed that after cracking a joint the joint’s range of motion improves slightly. However, overly frequent cracking or popping with […]

4 super exercises for reducing postpartum hip pain

Your pelvic region is a ring of bones at the bottom of your spine that includes your tailbone, your sacrum and your hip bones. When a woman gives birth, these bones can sometimes take a beating. Pain in the hips is one of the most common complaints of women who have recently given birth. Postpartum […]

How can PT help with the loss or absence of mobility in a joint?

When you move your arm around in a circle, up and down or side to side, you are utilizing your arm’s full range of motion. This is what physical therapists refer to as your joint mobility. If you have full joint mobility, it usually means that you have healthy joints. However, if you have trouble […]

3 ways dry needling near you can help ease shoulder and neck pain

Shoulder and neck pain are common complaints among adults and can be caused by a variety of factors. Overuse, injury, poor posture, and age-related conditions can all contribute to pain and discomfort in the neck and shoulders. If you are experiencing chronic pain in these areas, there are many ways that physical therapy techniques can […]

Why do men develop nonrelaxing (hypertonic) pelvic floor muscles?

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that run from the pubic bone in the front, across the undersides, connecting to the tailbone in the back. The pelvic floor muscles are very flexible and play an important role in bowel, bladder and sexual function. However, some men experience a condition in which the pelvic […]

Discover the likely culprit behind your neck’s cracking sounds

Have you ever been sitting for hours in front of your computer or television screen, when the moment you turn your head in a different direction you experience a cracking sensation in your neck? You probably heard a loud cracking sound in your ears as well, right? You’ve just experienced what health experts call crepitus. […]

8 ways soft tissue mobilization can truly help with your injury recovery

Soft tissue mobilization is one of the essential rehabilitation tools. Physical therapists use it to help you recover from an injury faster. Unfortunately, most people are unfamiliar with what it actually entails. There are several types of soft tissue mobilization techniques and approaches. Each one can make a significant difference in your recovery from an […]

3 physical therapy exercises that can help your biceps tendinitis

Biceps tendinitis is a painful injury, caused by microscopic tears in the tendons that connect the biceps muscle to the bone. This can come about as a result of repetitive motion, such as those done by competitive athletes like tennis or baseball players. Symptoms of a torn biceps tendon include: Pain at the shoulder or […]

Does arthritis cause fatigue, and can physical therapy help you manage this symptom?

About 1 in 4 adults in the United States suffers from arthritis. This condition results in severe joint pain and weakness in the hands, knees, hips and other areas of the body. Age is the most common contributing factor to developing arthritis, as the cartilage between our joints becomes thinner as we grow older. Aside […]

What could be behind your knee pain from driving?

Driving is an activity that many people think of in the same category as breathing. It’s essential, and it’s something that many of us do every day. It’s not surprising that many of us think that driving is an essential part of our lives; according to the Federal Highway Administration, Americans drive nearly 13,500 miles […]

How much physical therapy do I need after rotator cuff surgery?

Have a torn rotator cuff that isn’t responding to nonsurgical treatments? Then you will probably soon be one of the up to 250,000 Americans who have rotator cuff repair surgery annually.  Fortunately, this type of surgery is generally successful. But it can take some time to recover from. Generally, people who have had a rotator […]

When can I go back to work after an ankle sprain?

Most people associate an ankle sprain with playing sports, and that’s understandable. Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports-related injuries. What you might not know is that they are also a common type of work injury.  Sprains, strains and tears are the most common work injury category according to the National Safety Council. […]