How can physical therapists help if you have sharp pain in your ankle but no swelling?
We rely on our feet to get us around throughout the day, and our feet depend on our ankles for unimpeded mobility. If your ankles hurt, it can make walking uncomfortable and even difficult. If you haven’t injured your ankle, then you probably want to know what could be behind your ankle pain. There are […]
Four types of exercises physical therapists use in osteoporosis treatment
Some injuries and medical conditions have physical symptoms that are easy to see. Others have symptoms that tend to fade into the background. Many people might say that osteoporosis falls into the second category. At least, they might if they haven’t experienced this condition firsthand. Unfortunately, there are many people who have firsthand experience with […]
How can physical therapy be helpful for neck arthritis?
Neck arthritis, or cervical spondylosis, is a condition that can dramatically affect your daily life. Fortunately, physical therapy can be very helpful for managing neck arthritis. The knowledge that physical therapy is useful for cervical spondylosis could be useful to many Americans. After all, one medical study reports that 90% of men over 50 and […]
Three common shoulder injuries from falling
You’re walking around your house. You stumble on the edge of a rug and fall on your shoulder. Such a scenario is a fairly common one, and it can have serious consequences. For instance, many common shoulder injuries result from falling, and falls are often a source of injury. One medical study reports that about […]
Three reasons your ankle hurts but there’s no swelling
Ankle sprains are a common source of ankle pain, and they tend to also cause swelling. However, there are other causes of ankle pain that can occur with no swelling. U.S. adults typically spend much of their day on their feet. One study found that about 24% of Americans spend six or more hours per […]
Three ways physical therapy can help people with a torn hip labrum
The hips are working every single time you walk or get into or out of a chair, and such common daily activities can be much harder when you have a torn hip labrum. However, a physical therapy plan can help you treat this hip injury. The hip labrum is a piece of cartilage that lines […]
What physical therapy methods are used for a pinched nerve in the neck?
There are many physical therapy methods that can be used for treating a pinched nerve in the neck. In fact, physical therapists will typically use a combination of therapy methods that is unique to each patient. A pinched nerve in the neck is also called cervical radiculopathy. Medical research indicates that about 2 in every […]
Four options for improving your hip arthritis treatment
Arthritis can affect any joint in your body, but it can be especially irritating when it affects your hips. The hips are responsible for bearing a lot of your body weight and powering your legs for walking, running, jumping, bending over or crouching. As arthritis wears down the cartilage in your hips, it becomes more […]
Why do I have neck pain when looking down?
Neck pain is one of the most common types of chronic pain. Occasional soreness after a long day of sitting with poor posture is usually nothing to be worried about and goes away with a little time and home treatment. However, prolonged neck pain can occur when you have a condition or injury in your […]
Four characteristics of successful sports therapy goals
Many people are content with enjoying sports as a hobby, but for those who want to take it to the next level for amateur, semipro or professional competition, you have a lot of work to do. One option you have that can help is sports therapy. A sports therapist can help you identify your goals […]
Understanding the benefits of occupational rehab
Some conditions and injuries affect you seriously enough to limit your ability to perform essential tasks in your daily life. For example, an injury can make it difficult for you to change clothes, write with a pencil or simply go for a walk. In circumstances like these, it is vital you receive treatment from a […]
Three sneaky ways to add more cardio to your daily life
Do you hear all the time that you need to work more on your cardio? Working on cardio helps improve your heart rate and your lung function. This is important for everyone who wants to lead a higher quality of life. However, when you hate exercising or don’t have the time to go to the […]