If You Have any of These 5 Symptoms, You May Need Physical Therapy.
If You Have any of These 5 Symptoms, You May Need Physical Therapy. Physical therapy is a highly beneficial form of treatment that can address many of the most common sources of pain. However, there are many people who don’t realize that the pain they are experiencing is something that can be easily addressed with […]
Do You Depend on Opioids to Keep You Moving? Understand How PT Can Kick Your Opioid Dependence
Do You Depend on Opioids to Keep You Moving? Understand How PT Can Kick Your Opioid Dependence Do you rely on drugs such as oxycodone or hydrocodone to help you get through your day without agonizing pain? Do you worry that these drugs may be placing your health at unacceptable risk? Do you feel anxious […]
Chronic Back Pain Doesn’t Have to be Your Story. Understand 3 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help.
Chronic Back Pain Doesn’t Have to be Your Story. Understand 3 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help. Chronic back pain leads many people to consider surgery or addictive painkillers to deal with the problem. The depression that can accompany serious, long-lasting back pain can lead people to think that. But what if surgery or opioids didn’t […]
Improve Your Nutrition to Decrease Pain and Inflammation
Improve Your Nutrition to Decrease Pain and Inflammation Are you experiencing pain and inflammation in your joints? Many people may not realize that nutrition can play a crucial role in preventing and even eliminating these conditions in the body. It’s important to understand what pain and inflammation are, the causes and symptoms, and how both […]
Therapeutic Massage: How it Can Help You Get Back in the Game
Therapeutic Massage: How it Can Help You Get Back in the Game If you are an athlete, you know the amount of dedication that it takes. Whether you’re preparing for a marathon, competition, recital, or big game, the amount of training and preparation is extensive. You have to train your muscles and tissues to perform […]
5 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help You Avoid Risky Treatment Methods
5 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help You Avoid Risky Treatment Methods Have you been suffering from chronic pain, or pain lasting longer than three months? If so, you are not alone. According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, at least 100 million Americans are living with chronic pain. Because of this, there has been […]
Herniated Discs: Could This be Causing Your Back Pain?
Herniated Discs: Could This be Causing Your Back Pain? Your spine is a complex part of the body. It is comprised of 24 bones, and 5 of them are located in the lower back. It is also comprised of numerous nerves and intervertebral discs. Sometimes, the jelly-like nucleus of these discs can “herniate,” or protrude, […]
Kick Knee and Hip Pain to the Curb with Physical Therapy
Kick Knee and Hip Pain to the Curb with Physical Therapy The hips and knees are both very commonly reported areas of discomfort. This pain becomes exceptionally common as people age, due to the “wear and tear” of cartilage in the hips, knees, and lower back. However, people can also experience hip and knee pain […]
6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Physical Health
6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Physical Health Do you experience tired, sore, or achy muscles throughout the day? Are you recovering from an injury or surgical procedure? Do you have a condition that brings pain to your bones or joints? Whatever the case may be, a physical therapist can create a personalized treatment program […]
Ditching the Drugs: Long-Lasting Pain Relief Without Medication
Ditching the Drugs: Long-Lasting Pain Relief Without Medication It is no secret that pain is an annoyance that can sometimes hinder your quality of life. However, it can also be your body’s way of sending you a message. Sometimes pain can be a result of an underlying condition that you might not even know about. […]