Athletes can get these three benefits from manual therapy
Athletes know that they’ve got to maintain optimal health if they want to keep playing the sport they love. Physical therapy with an experienced physical therapist is a big part of that, especially when you’re recovering from an injury. One of the most beneficial physical therapy methods for athletes is manual therapy. This is a […]
Physical therapy can offer these three key benefits
Do you currently have acute or chronic pain affecting your daily life? Maybe you’re struggling with back pain. Perhaps you need help with a sports injury or impairments following an auto accident. A physical therapist can help you deal with these and many other issues. These specialists are experts in human movement and employ a […]
Five foods to avoid when trying to reduce chronic pain
What you put in your mouth can make your aches and pains worse. Like they say, “You are what you eat.” There are many foods that can cause inflammation and actually result in increased chronic pain. In order to avoid this, there are certain foods that you should steer clear of. A physical therapist can […]
Treating lower back pain with physical therapy exercises
Download Free Guide One of the most common types of pain in adults is lower back pain. It can occur for many reasons, including: Sitting for too long Overexertion in physical activity Incorrect posture when picking things up Traumatic injury Weighing too much Smoking Chronic conditions like arthritis and herniated discs Depending on the cause, […]
Why you need physical therapy after a car accident
Car accidents are one of the most frightening times in a person’s life. It happens so suddenly and often without warning that you hardly have time to realize what’s happening until it’s over. And, once it’s over, many people deal with injuries that are painful or limit the function of their bodies. If you have […]
Treating arthritis pain without medication
Most of us don’t realize how important our joints are to our daily activities until they’re affected by arthritis. This disease causes the cartilage in the joints to break down, which is painful and can limit your range of motion. It can also affect your grip strength and ability to balance, which makes simple activities […]
Three ways to stay active to help prevent chronic pain
One of the main reasons people suffer from chronic pain in their muscles and joints is because they live a sedentary lifestyle. In other words, they don’t move or exercise enough. We know exercising doesn’t sound the most fun for many people, but there are many activities you can do every day to help stay […]
Are you an arthritis pain sufferer? Here’s how physical therapy can help
Many of us don’t realize how important healthy joints are in our daily lives until one or more of them are suffering from pain and stiffness related to arthritis. This condition causes the cartilage in your joints to break down, which itself is painful but can also lead to bone-on-bone grinding in your joints. Although […]
Tired of lower back pain? These two types of physical therapy can help
Low back pain is the nemesis of many. That familiar ache can limit time spent working, relaxing, and enjoying life. It can lead to irritability and a whole host of other health problems. And yet it’s surprisingly common. The World Health Organization estimates that 149 million days of work are lost every year due to […]
Four rotator cuff injuries that can set you back
Feeling pain when you comb your hair? Getting a twinge in your shoulder when you reach behind your back? If you answered yes to either question, you might have a rotator cuff injury. The rotator cuff consists of four muscles and tendons, which help stabilize the shoulder joint and allow for mobility. Damage to these […]
How would you feel without arthritis pain? Find out with physical therapy!
Chances are using physical therapy to treat arthritis pain isn’t a new suggestion for you. PT has been a respected treatment option for decades, and is known for helping joint pain and stiffness. You might have resisted because the idea of putting yourself through painful exercises is not an appealing one. Yet, physical therapists make […]
What treatments do physical therapists use for breaking up scar tissue?
Most people have a scar or two on their skin, but did you know that scar tissue can also develop inside your body? Such areas of scar tissue are called adhesions. Research shows that adhesions are very common after abdominal surgery. One study reports that up to 93% of abdominal surgery patients develop them. Adhesions […]