Why does jumping rope lead to Achilles tendon pain?

The Achilles tendon is considered the strongest tendon in the human body, but it is frequently injured. In fact, about 24% of athletes experience Achilles tendon injuries. This is because the tendon is a crucial part of movements like running and jumping. If overused, it can become inflamed and even rupture. High-impact exercises like jumping […]

3 exercises you should avoid when you have spinal stenosis

Up to 500,000 Americans are currently living with spinal stenosis, a condition in which the spaces between the vertebrae narrow and compress major nerves. For most people, symptoms develop slowly. Some people may not experience any symptoms at all. Others, however, experience continuous pain and discomfort. These and other symptoms may only worsen if you’re […]

3 reasons that your hands may hurt postpartum

Postpartum aches and pains can be numerous, ranging from hip and pelvic pain to neck and back pain. While hand and wrist pain is not a postpartum symptom most would list, it can be a common symptom. In fact, about 33% of all pregnant women report hand and wrist pain. This kind of pain can […]

3 benefits a PT clinic-based gym membership can have for you

On the outside, a physical therapy clinic-based gym can seem a lot like a regular gym. Both have lots of different workout equipment and people who are interested in pushing their physical health to a better place. However, there is one key difference between a PT clinic-based gym and regular gyms. The difference lies in […]

The top 5 musculoskeletal causes of chronic pelvic pain

Pelvic pain is pain that occurs in the lower abdominal area and between your hips. If you’ve been experiencing pain in your pelvic region that has not gone away after weeks or even months, it may be time to turn to a physical therapist for help. There are many reasons why you may be experiencing […]

Pre-run exercises that can slash your lower back pain when running

Lower back pain can be crippling. Additionally, it can hinder one’s ability to perform daily tasks such as bending down to do the laundry, washing the dishes and getting from one place to the other. However, lower back pain can be even more crippling when completing more intense activities such as running. Despite the medical […]

Should I go get a balance and gait assessment?

A balance and gait assessment is conducted to determine whether an individual has common fall risk factors. The goal of the testing is to identify any risk factors and implement interventions to reduce the risk of falling. The assessment helps physical therapists identify any restrictions or asymmetries in movement patterns, including those contributing to poor […]

3 common pelvic alignment woes that physical therapy can treat

You must have good pelvic alignment. The pelvis is the foundation of the spine; if it’s out of alignment, it could lead to spinal misalignment, which can cause all kinds of problems in the body. Other common pelvic misalignment issues: Lower back pain. Hip pain. Knee pain. Sciatica   Pelvic misalignment happens when pelvic bones […]

Uncover 3 ways PT can treat your shoulder blade trigger points

Do you have uncomfortable knots in the muscles surrounding your shoulder blade? You may not have known this, but those are called trigger points. Trigger points are tiny points in the muscles of your shoulder that have cramped and become stiff. You can usually feel them as little bumps around your shoulder blade that hurt […]

4 reasons physical therapists are all the foot and ankle pain specialist you need

Our feet and ankles support our body weight and allow us to walk and run. We depend on them to perform many of the activities that make up our day. So, it’s no surprise that all that wear and tear might result in foot and ankle pain every now and again. However, if you are […]

What are some common workers’ compensation guidelines that affect physical therapy?

No one wants to feel unsafe in the workplace. Thanks to advances in technology and safety, our workplaces are safer now than they have ever been. Studies report a 75% decrease in work-related injuries and deaths since 1972. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, work-related injuries can still happen. Work-related injuries are often responsible for missed […]

3 ways shoulder blade trigger points can make your job tougher

Trigger points are knots that develop along the fibers of a muscle or in your fascia. They are also one of the most common soft tissue problems. One spot that trigger points often occur is in the trapezius muscle that helps support the shoulder blade. This muscle stretches from below the shoulder blades, up the […]