Three reasons you may need muscle tension physical therapy

Muscle tension is when your muscles are tight or stiff, and when you have it, your muscles can’t move as fully as possible. Many people deal with this on a daily basis, but you may not know why your muscles are so tense every day. Here are three common reasons people may need to seek […]

Three physical therapy stretches for tension headaches

Tension headaches are almost an epidemic in the U.S. One article published by the American Medical Association (AMA) reported that 69% of men and 88% of women in this country are affected by this type of headache every year. One way to both treat tension headaches and reduce their frequency is to reduce tension in […]

Why do I have knee pain when walking up stairs?

There are many reasons why you may be experiencing knee pain. When surgery is not required to repair the damage, physical therapy can help relieve the pain. It is also an important part of the healing process following surgery to help rebuild muscle flexibility and strength. If you experience knee pain when walking up stairs, […]

Recovery time for a rotator cuff tear that does not need surgery

Rotator cuff tears can be a painful and disruptive injury. This relatively delicate array of muscles is built to withstand the pressure put on it during everyday activities, but strains and even tears can develop under too much stress. This is particularly true for athletes, weightlifters and people who work physical jobs that require repetitive […]

Can shoulder pain cause neck pain?

If you’re experiencing shoulder pain and neck pain, you may be wondering, “Can shoulder pain cause neck pain?” Thanks to the muscles, nerves and other structures the shoulder and neck share, the short answer is yes it can. At SSOR, our physical therapy team can help you find ways to treat shoulder conditions that are […]

How electrical stimulation helps in sports injury treatment

You may have heard how effective physical therapy-based sports injury treatment is. However, you may not have heard about how electrical stimulation helps with these treatments. At SSOR, we’re dedicated to helping the residents of Prairie Valley, Overland Park and Shawnee, Kansas get great physical therapy. One reason we’re so successful at accomplishing this goal […]

Sports Hernia Surgery

Sporting KC’s Felipe Gutierrez: Sports Hernia Surgery Sporting KC’s stud goal scorer Felipe Gutierrez recently had sports hernia surgery that will leave him out of competition for 2-3 months.  In the grand scheme of sports injuries, this really is a blip on the map.  He should be back in no time dominating on the pitch […]

Blood Flow Restriction Training

Blood Flow Restriction Training: Is it Worth the “Squeeze?” There are continual innovations in sports medicine.  Whether it’s through biologic injections (PRP, stem cells) or advancements in rehabilitation approaches, the sports medicine community is always looking for the “next best thing” to help athletes recover and perform better.  One such innovation that has gained popularity […]

Patellar Instability: My "Kneecap" Goes Out!

Rehab For Patellar Instability Patellar instability can be a debilitating and frankly, a terrifying condition to deal with because you have no idea when or how the patella will “move out of place.”  When it does, it can be painful and crippling.  Patellar instability encompasses a few different scenarios.  Patellar dislocation is when the patella […]

Does Arnica Work?

Arnica Gel/Cream It seems that we’re hearing more and more people using Arnica for relief of muscle and joint aches and pains.  It’s commonly been used as a homeopathic treatment for inflammation, bruises, and swelling.  The problem with Arnica as with many other herbals and supplements is that the research supporting the use of them […]

Tommy John Rehab

Rehab After Tommy John Surgery With the year round playing of baseball, there has been a meteoric rise in ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstructions in the elbows of baseball players, commonly known as “Tommy John” surgery.  Sadly, there is no off-season anymore.  Kids throw all summer, play fall ball where they throw more, then when […]

Do Inversion Tables Work?

Are Inversion Tables Effective for Back Pain? Note: This blog was written by one of our physical therapy students on rotation with us as part of his training.  Thank you to KU Med physical therapy student Tanner Vinson for this informative blog.  We get asked a lot about inversion tables around here.  It’s a good […]