3 ways to treat scoliosis-related neck pain with physical therapy

If you have scoliosis, you are likely familiar with the ways that it can impede your day-to-day life, including chronic neck and back pain. People with scoliosis are more likely to experience neck and back problems over the course of their lifetime. If you have scoliosis, you don’t have to live with this pain. A […]

How long should swelling last after an injury (and how do you decrease swelling)?

Swelling can be described as the enlargement of any bodily tissue or body part that is new or unusual. It is a normal response from the body to any type of injury. Swelling can be both good and bad, depending on the circumstances. It’s meant to begin part of the healing process. Sometimes swelling may […]

Elbow bone spurs: Causes, symptoms and treatment options

Bone spurs can pop up where you don’t expect them. Once they appear, they can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like pain, stiffness, tingling and weakness. If you’re feeling any of these in your arm, you may have an elbow bone spur. Getting elbow relief can be complicated, but elbow bone spurs do have treatment options […]

5 ways you can reduce pelvic pain at home

Up to 16% of all women experience chronic pelvic pain at any given time. Pelvic pain can also be described as hip pain but usually relates to pain between the hips. The pelvic area contains many important muscles and vital organs. As a result, pain in this area can be a major cause of concern.  […]

Can a young person get sciatica? (Spoiler: Yes, and we’ll explain why)

Sciatica most commonly occurs in people between the ages of 30 and 50, but that doesn’t mean you’re immune if you’re still in your 20s — young people can get it too. If you feel pain, numbness or weakness that stretches from your back down your leg, it could be sciatica, no matter your age. […]

5 ways to prevent falls in the kitchen

While the kitchen can be one of the most joyous rooms in the home, it can also be dangerous. This is especially the case for seniors, people with neurological disorders and other people with a high risk of falling. With sharp objects and hot surfaces throughout the room, a simple slip can turn into an […]

3 things that can be acute exacerbations of your chronic lower back pain

Approximately 7.5% of the world’s population experiences chronic lower back pain (LBP). Chronic back pain can be extremely debilitating and disruptive to everyday life. When you couple lower back pain with minor exacerbating factors, chronic back pain can worsen. The origins of back pain typically cannot be easily identified, but there are several factors that […]

These 4 issues could be why your wrist hurts when benching

It feels great when you finally reach a new personal best on the bench. Bench pressing is a great exercise for building muscle strength and contributing to your overall wellness. But if wrist pain has been preventing you from reaching your goals, it can be very discouraging. Unfortunately, wrist pain is a common complaint among […]

What is functional manual therapy capable of doing for you?

Functional manual therapy is a comprehensive approach to physical therapy. The goal of manual physical therapy is to relieve pain and restore functionality to a patient’s musculoskeletal system. However, functional manual therapy takes this a step further. There are three important aspects of functional physical therapy: mechanical, neuromuscular and motor control. Mechanical therapy focuses on […]

Physical therapists help you learn how to crack your neck safely

If you experience neck pain, headaches or stiffness from sitting in front of your computer for too long, it can be hard to resist the urge to crack your neck. Who doesn’t love that feeling of immediate relief? We do the same thing to our fingers when our hands get stiff, and our backs after […]

5 sports injuries that are the worst for athletes

Sports and outdoor athletic activities are a great way to exercise. But as anyone who has played contact sports can tell you, sports-related injuries can have you sitting on the sidelines before you know it. Athletes at all levels are susceptible to injury, from high school to professionals. Even a relaxed game of Frisbee in […]

Referred shoulder pain: 4 places it could be coming from

The muscles, ligaments and tendons in your shoulder can all cause shoulder pain. Yet your pain can also come from other places outside of your shoulder. This is known as referred shoulder pain. How can you tell the difference? A physical therapist can tell you that moving your shoulder may help or worsen your shoulder […]