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Can Physical Therapy Help with Shoulder Tendonitis Pain Relief?
Nick (not his real name), a 42-year-old active professional, came to frustrated by a nagging pain in his right shoulder that had gradually worsened over several months. He enjoyed playing tennis and working out, but daily overhead movements had become difficult. Lifting even light objects or reaching behind his back triggered sharp discomfort. After being diagnosed with rotator cuff tendonitis, Nick was eager to explore tendonitis shoulder pain relief without resorting to injections or surgery.
Read full blogHow Physical Therapy Supports ACL Surgery Recovery
Returning to full strength after an ACL injury is possible with the right guidance. Physical therapy plays a central role in ACL surgery recovery, helping patients regain mobility, rebuild strength, and safely return to their favorite activities or sports. At , we provide a structured, personalized plan that supports every phase of recovery and helps reduce the risk of re-injury.
This guide outlines the essential steps of a successful ACL recovery process, including what to expect, how to progress, and how physical therapy makes each stage more effective.
Read full blogThe Role of Physical Therapy in Post-Op Back Pain Recovery
When Ed (not his real name) first came to , he was three weeks out from lower back surgery and feeling uncertain about the road ahead. Although the procedure had gone smoothly, the lingering pain, stiffness, and limited mobility left him feeling discouraged. He had expected immediate relief, but instead, each day came with discomfort and fear of re-injury. His surgeon referred him for physical therapy to support post-op back pain recovery, and Ed quickly discovered how essential a guided approach could be for regaining strength and confidence.
Read full blogTension Headaches and Neck Pain: Treatment for Lasting Relief
If you experience pressure around your temples, pain in the back of your head, or a stiff neck that won’t go away, you’re not alone. Tension headaches and neck pain often occur together, creating a frustrating cycle of discomfort that interferes with sleep, concentration, and daily activities. At , we understand how persistent this combination can be, and how targeted physical therapy can provide lasting relief by addressing the root causes, not just the symptoms.
Read full blogPlantar Fasciitis Treatment: How to Reduce Heel Pain and Recover Faster
When Tucker (not his real name) first visited , he had reached his limit. Each morning started with sharp heel pain that made getting out of bed a challenge. Standing for long hours at work felt impossible. After trying different shoe inserts, stretching videos, and rest without much improvement, he began searching for a more effective solution. That search led him to physical therapy and a focused plantar fasciitis treatment plan designed around his needs.
Read full blogShoulder Injury Prevention Tips for Daily Life
Shoulder injuries are not limited to athletes or manual laborers. Many people develop discomfort or damage from daily activities like lifting groceries, poor posture at a desk, or reaching awkwardly for objects. At , we believe that prevention starts with small, informed actions. These shoulder injury prevention tips are practical ways to protect your shoulders during everyday routines and reduce your risk of pain or injury.
Below is a list of simple steps that you can start using today to keep your shoulders healthy, mobile, and strong.
Read full blogHow Physical Therapy Addresses Chronic Lower Back Pain
Living with chronic lower back pain can wear you down physically and emotionally and impact your work, sleep, and everyday life. If that sounds familiar, know that help is available at ! Our team of physical therapists will help you find the proper techniques to manage and reduce long-term lower back pain without relying on medication or invasive procedures.
Understanding Chronic Back Pain: Know the Difference
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care, but not all back pain is the same.
Read full blogUnderstanding the Post-Op Recovery Timeline
Undergoing surgery can be an intense experience–and it’s only the beginning! For many people, navigating the path to recovery after their procedure is often the most overwhelming part. Managing pain and restoring strength and function can take a long time, but understanding the post-op recovery timeline can make things a little easier.
If you’re scheduled for orthopedic surgery, then you probably already know that physical therapy plays an essential role in the rehabilitation process.
Read full blogSpeed Up Your Neck Injury Recovery with Physical Therapy
Discover How Physical Therapy Can Enhance Your Neck Injury Recovery
Neck pain has become an all too familiar companion for many adults. Up to 50% of individuals report experiencing neck pain each year, with as many as 85% experiencing repeated episodes of neck pain. Fortunately, physical therapy for neck injury recovery is a proven and effective treatment to reduce pain and alleviate discomfort while you heal.
Our team of physical therapists is ready to help you achieve lasting neck injury recovery and get you back to doing the things you love.
Read full blogPosture Matters: Addressing Shoulder Pain Through Proper Alignment
Shoulder pain can significantly interfere with daily activities like reaching and lifting or even disrupt sleep. Poor posture is a major factor contributing to shoulder pain. Understanding the relationship between posture and shoulder pain is essential for finding relief and preventing future problems. At , we use proven techniques to help patients achieve lasting relief from shoulder pain through proper alignment and posture correction.
Understanding the Link Between Posture and Shoulder Pain
Posture and shoulder pain are closely connected.
Read full blogStaying Safe: Tips for Preventing Complications During Post-Operative Rehab
After orthopedic surgery, patients face a critical period of recovery and rehabilitation. At , we understand the importance of preventing complications during post-operative rehab to ensure a smooth and successful recovery. This guide will provide you with essential tips and strategies to minimize risks and optimize your healing process.
Why Preventing Complications During Post-Operative Rehab Matters
Post-operative rehabilitation is a crucial phase in your recovery journey. Complications can hinder progress and potentially lead to long-term issues.
Read full blogNeck Pain Treatment Options: Choosing the Right Solutions for Neck Discomfort
Neck pain can significantly impact your daily life, making simple tasks difficult and uncomfortable. If you’re experiencing persistent discomfort, exploring various neck pain treatment options is crucial to find relief. At , we understand neck pain’s challenges and offer a range of evidence-based solutions to help you regain comfort and mobility.
Evaluating Your Neck Pain: The First Step Towards Relief
Before pursuing any treatment, a thorough evaluation of your neck pain is essential.
Read full blogSpinal Health Tips: Maintaining a Healthy Spine for a Pain-Free Life
A healthy spine is essential for overall well-being and an active lifestyle. Spinal health influences our daily activities, from basic movements to complex physical activities. This comprehensive guide from delves into the best spinal health tips to ensure you maintain a healthy spine. Understanding the importance of regular stretching, strengthening exercises, proper posture, and body mechanics can help you achieve lasting back pain relief.
Understanding Spinal Health
The spine is a crucial structure that supports the body, protects the spinal cord, and allows for flexibility and movement.
Read full blogRehabilitation for Orthopedic Surgery
Are you scheduled for a total joint replacement? How about an ACL repair? A shoulder arthroscopy? All of these procedures are examples of orthopedic surgery–and all will require extensive orthopedic rehabilitation afterward.
Rehabilitation with is essential for a successful recovery after orthopedic surgery. Whether it’s a knee replacement, hip surgery, or a rotator cuff repair, the right rehab can make a significant difference in your healing process, helping you
Orthopedic surgery involves procedures that correct issues with bones, joints, ligaments, and muscles–and rehabilitating afterward can take a long time.
Read full blogFinding Neck Pain Relief with Physical Therapy
Neck pain is a prevalent issue among people of all ages, particularly those involved in physically demanding activities or sedentary lifestyles. Physical therapy offers a pathway to neck pain relief by addressing the root causes, providing immediate alleviation, and teaching patients how to manage their symptoms for lasting relief. This blog tells the success story of a patient who sought help from and highlights the evidence-based techniques used by physical therapists specializing in neck pain.
Read full blogTips for a Successful Shoulder Surgery Recovery
We Have Shoulder Surgery Recovery Tips To Help You Before And After Your Procedure
Pre and post-surgical physical therapy is an important component of successful recovery after surgical procedures. Physical therapy helps patients regain range of motion, rebuild strength, decrease pain, and return to their daily activities. Studies show that patients who participate in structured physical therapy after shoulder surgery experience significantly better outcomes compared to those who don’t engage in specialized rehabilitation.
Read full blogRehabilitation Exercises for Herniated Discs: Strengthening and Stretching for Healing
When herniated discs cause symptoms, those symptoms can be intense. The sharp, shooting pain and restricted mobility can really limit your daily activities. Fortunately, herniated discs are usually easy to treat with targeted physical therapy exercises.
A herniated disc occurs when a spinal disc’s soft, gel-like center pushes through a crack in the tougher exterior casing. If this herniation irritates a nearby nerve, it can lead to pain, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg (depending on which part of the spine is affected).
Read full blogNeck Pain Causes: Understanding the Common Triggers
Jacob (not his real name) was a 45-year-old software designer with a start-up tech company who was dealing with a pain in his neck (literally). His discomfort started as a minor ache but gradually worsened, making it difficult for him to focus at work and enjoy time with his family. He sought help from the team at , who used their understanding of neck pain causes to help him find relief.
Today, we want to share Jacob’s story with you–and explore some of the common reasons people develop neck pain.
Read full blogLift with Ease: Mastering Proper Body Mechanics for Back Safety
Proper body mechanics play a crucial role in maintaining back health and preventing injuries during daily activities. At , we emphasize the significance of correct body mechanics in reducing strain on your spine and muscles. This guide will provide essential knowledge and techniques to improve your body mechanics, ensuring safer lifting and movement practices.
The Basics of Body Mechanics
Body mechanics refers to the way you use your body during movement and activity and involves the following:
- Maintaining proper posture
- Using strong, large muscle groups for lifting and moving
- Keeping objects close to your body during lifting
- Avoiding twisting motions while lifting
Understanding these principles forms the foundation for safe lifting and movement techniques.
Read full blogSetting Goals for Post-Op Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation goals form the foundation of a successful recovery after surgery. At , our expert physical therapists understand the importance of setting achievable and measurable objectives to guide patients through their post-operative journey. This blog post explores the critical role of goal-setting in rehabilitation and how it contributes to optimal recovery outcomes.
The Importance of Rehabilitation Goals
Post-operative rehabilitation demands a structured approach to ensure patients regain function and return to their daily activities.
Read full blogLifestyle and Shoulder Health: Preventing Pain and Injuries
Lifestyle and shoulder health are closely connected. Maintaining strong, flexible shoulders is crucial for all manner of everyday activities–everything from lifting groceries to playing sports. Making small changes in your daily routine and incorporating effective strategies can prevent common shoulder injuries and improve overall shoulder health.
Shoulder injuries don’t always occur after a major accident. Injuries such as rotator cuff tears and tendinitis often develop due to repetitive movements, poor posture, and lack of exercise–which means preventing them is often a matter of making simple lifestyle changes.
Read full blogExploring the Causes of Head and Neck Pain
Are you dealing with head or neck pain? Whether it’s a dull ache or a sharp, stabbing sensation, this discomfort can make it hard to focus on work, enjoy your favorite hobbies, or just live your life. Fortunately, resolving these issues is fairly straightforward, and it starts with understanding the causes of head and neck pain.
Why? Because successfully resolving head or neck pain–as opposed to just masking the symptoms–requires addressing the underlying reason for the discomfort.
Read full blogSpinal Stenosis Therapy Techniques for Improved Mobility
Spinal stenosis, a condition characterized by narrowing spaces within the spine, can significantly impact mobility and quality of life. At , we specialize in spinal stenosis therapy techniques that improve function, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being. This blog post explores evidence-based physical therapy approaches for managing spinal stenosis and regaining independence.
Understanding Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis occurs when the spaces within the spine narrow, putting pressure on the nerves that travel through the spinal canal.
Read full blogNavigating Post-Surgical Pain Management with Physical Therapy
Learn About Post-Surgical Pain Management So You Can Recover With Confidence
Undergoing surgery is often a significant step toward improved health and well-being. Whether it’s a joint replacement, ligament repair, or any other procedure, the path to recovery is just beginning when you leave the operating room. You’ll need support as your body heels and encouragement as you work to regain strength and independence. Fortunately, physical therapy for post-surgical pain management plays an important role in ensuring a successful recovery right from the start.
Read full blogSlap Tear Injuries: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Are you experiencing shoulder pain, especially when you try to reach overhead or behind you? One possibility, especially if you’re an athlete, is that you’ve developed a SLAP tear. SLAP tear injuries are a common source of shoulder pain–but many people aren’t familiar with them.
SLAP (superior labrum anterior to posterior) tears affect your shoulder’s labrum, a ring of tissue that lines the shoulder socket. These injuries can cause significant discomfort and limit your ability to perform daily activities.
Read full blogIs Chronic Pain and Inflammation Controlling Your Life? Your Diet Could Be To Blame
If you live with chronic pain and inflammation that plagues you on a daily basis, know that you are not alone. What you might not realize is that the culprit behind your pain could be what you’re putting into your mouth every day!
There are many chronic conditions that can lead to this; however, much of the pain and inflammation you’re feeling can be managed simply through diet. Your body is fueled by what you eat, so when you eat a nutritious diet your body is able to recover much faster!
Read full blogStress and Neck Pain: Managing Tension for a Healthier Neck
Maria (not her real name) just had a long, stressful day at work–a major project was due at the end of the day, but she still had to sit in on multiple Zoom meetings. By the time she left the office, it was nearly 7:30 in the evening, and her neck was killing her. Clearly, stress and neck pain go hand in hand.
Well–sort of. While the two are often linked, stress doesn’t actually cause neck pain.
Read full blogAvoid Back Pain by Improving Your Spine Health
How to Avoid Back Pain by Improving Your Spine Health
Are you living with back pain? The severity of back pain can range from minor dull aches to sharp stabbing pains. You may notice that your pain worsens each morning when you wake up, when you have to stand for more than 10 minutes, or when you have to walk long distances.
Low-back pain is one of the most common and costly musculoskeletal problems worldwide.
Read full blogNeck Pain and Posture: A Comprehensive Guide
Neck pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages. In many cases, poor posture is a significant contributing factor. This comprehensive guide from Aspen Rehab will help you understand the link between neck pain and posture and provide strategies to improve your posture and reduce neck pain. Following the advice in this guide, you can reclaim a pain-free posture and enjoy a better quality of life.
Understanding Neck Pain and Posture
Neck pain often results from prolonged periods of poor posture.
Read full blogEnhance Your Athletic Performance with Physical Therapy
Are you an athlete who’s recently sustained an injury? If so, you’re probably looking for the quickest way to recover and get back in the game. However, medical intervention can involve prescription drugs, invasive procedures, and time-consuming treatments.
Physical therapy is an effective way to help athletes overcome the repercussions of their injuries. Whether you’re a veteran athlete or new to sports, our licensed PTs at Aspen Rehab can treat your condition and help you perform even better and stronger than before.
Read full blogPosture’s Role in Neck Pain and How to Improve It
Neck pain is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide, often stemming from poor posture. Physical therapy at Aspen Rehab plays a significant role in addressing this issue by improving posture and providing relief from neck pain. Our therapists specialize in proven techniques to help patients find lasting relief from neck pain through improved posture. This blog explores the critical connection between posture and neck pain and outlines effective strategies for improvement.
Read full blogTreating Shoulder Bursitis: Therapies and Exercises for Bursitis Pain Relief
Shoulder bursitis can be a debilitating condition for athletes and active individuals. Treating shoulder bursitis effectively requires a combination of evidence-based therapies and targeted exercises. At Aspen Rehab, our approach ensures that patients find immediate relief and learn how to manage their symptoms for lasting recovery. This blog explores the benefits of physical therapy for shoulder bursitis through the success story of a patient who overcame this painful condition.
Comprehensive Evaluation: The First Step to Relief
Meet John (not his real name), a 40-year-old tennis player who developed shoulder bursitis due to repetitive overhead movements.
Read full blogTension Headache Relief: Techniques for Soothing Pain
Find Lasting Tension Headache Relief With A Comprehensive Physical Therapy Program
Many of us have experienced a headache at some point in our lives with varying levels of pain and intensity. Usually, when a headache strikes, we reach for a bottle of over-the-counter pain relief that can offer temporary tension headache relief. But what if your headaches become frequent? What if pain medicine isn’t enough to manage them? For more effective solutions, visit Aspen Rehab today.
Read full blogTreating Chronic Neck Pain: Comprehensive Approaches to Long-Term Relief
Have you been dealing with persistent neck pain for months? Do you struggle to turn your head or fall asleep due to the discomfort? Treating chronic neck pain is essential for living a full, healthy life–but it can be challenging. Fortunately, physical therapy is here to help!
Unlike acute pain, chronic neck pain persists for at least three months–long past the time it takes for an injury to heal. It can also be more challenging to treat than acute neck pain, which typically arises suddenly and resolves within a short period.
Read full blog5 Easy Ways To Get Active
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle Doesn’t Have to be Difficult.
Let’s face it: it can be difficult for us to slow down and relax at times. We all want to get as much done as possible during the day! However, it is past time for us to be more realistic about what is and isn’t possible for us to achieve through sheer willpower alone. Our bodies have physical limitations.
Even if you desperately want to complete your entire to-do list in a 24-hour period, it’s unlikely to happen!
Read full blogFight Back Pain With Physical Therapy Treatment
If you are living with chronic back pain, you know how limiting it can be to your daily life. It can hurt to sleep, it can hurt to get up out of bed, and it can hurt to bend over or pick your child up. Dealing with back pain day in and out gets old!
That’s why it’s important to consult with a physical therapist as soon as it starts. The longer you wait, the more likely it becomes that it may progress into a more serious issue.
Read full blogPut An End To Headache Pain With Physical Therapy
Did you know that headaches are the third most common pain complaint across the world? (International Headache Society). It’s true! So if you began reading this and you are suffering from headaches, breathe a sigh of relief: you are not alone.
It is no secret that headaches can cause limits to your daily life. Fortunately though, physical therapy can help you overcome those painful barriers.
If you are living with constant headaches and you’re looking for relief, contact Aspen Rehab today to schedule a consult with one of our licensed physical therapists.
Read full blogDiscover The True Culprit Behind Your Back Pain
Did you know the spine is made up of twenty-four bones? It’s true! Of these twenty-four bones, five bones are found in the lower back. The spine also contains nerves and intervertebral discs in addition to these bones. Because the spine is such a complicated component of the body, discomfort might arise from time to time.
Pain can sometimes be the result of an underlying problem, such as a herniated disc. A herniated disc can occur anywhere along the spine, although the lower back is the most specific location.
Read full blogDo You Think You Have Arthritis? Get To The Source of Your Pain With Physical Therapy!
Arthritis is a disorder of the joints that millions of people live with. It results in joint inflammation that can cause aches, pains, stiffness, and limited mobility. While there are over 100 types of arthritis, they are typically split into two categories: monoarthritis, meaning only one joint is affected, and oligoarthritis, meaning multiple joints are affected.
The two most commonly reported types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis develops from “wear and tear” of cartilage, while rheumatoid arthritis develops from an overactive immune system.
Read full blog5 Reasons You Need To Stretch More Often
Stretching is an important element of physical therapy. In fact, targeted stretches are incorporated into practically every physical therapy treatment plan!
Everyone can benefit from stretching, including athletes aiming to improve their technique and seniors seeking relief from chronic aches and pains.
This practice not only improves flexibility, but it’s also a natural approach to relieve discomfort and make any subsequent physical therapy treatments go more smoothly.
Contact Aspen Rehab now to learn more about adding stretching into your life!
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help You Solve Your Chronic Pain Problems
When you wake up in the morning, do you feel achy? While aches and pains are common from time to time, waking up every morning with them can indicate a more serious problem.
If you have painful sensations in the morning for no apparent reason, don’t hesitate to contact Aspen Rehab as soon as possible for assistance. We’ll get to the root of your problem to help you find relief, so you can wake up in the mornings feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day ahead.
Read full blogHow Are Core Strength and Lower Back Pain Related
A strong core can actually relieve symptoms of back pain! Here’s how.
If you’ve experienced back pain, you understand the symptoms, from stiffness to achiness and everything in between. Back pain is a common issue that affects millions of people each year, and many choose to cope with symptoms rather than rely on treatment.
However, physical therapy is an effective way to resolve back pain while teaching you how to manage symptoms on your own.
Read full blogGet Relief From Your Back Pain With Physical Therapy
Are you tired of living with chronic back pain? Do you want to learn how physical therapy can help you find relief and improve your mobility? Our Aspen Rehab physical therapists can work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan. We will address your pain’s root cause and improve your overall function and quality of life.
Back pain can be one of the most debilitating conditions, affecting up to 80 % of the population at some time.
Read full blogRecover Faster From an Ankle Sprain at Physical Therapy
How exactly do physical therapists treat ankle sprains?
Have you recently experienced a painful ankle sprain? Do you have stubborn symptoms that just won’t subside?
Sprains can be frustrating to deal with as they limit your ability to do the things you would normally do without pain. Following an ankle sprain, many patients resort to resting at home, which is thought to be the best thing to do after an injury.
Read full blogAre You Living With Chronic pain and Inflammation? Healthy Eating May be the Solution!
A Healthy Diet Could be the Key to Living a Chronic pain-Free Life.
A healthy diet is an important part of any physical therapy routine. Proper nutrition is crucial, especially if you suffer from chronic inflammation and chronic pain. Eating the right foods can aid your body’s recovery from a variety of painful conditions.
Chronic pain can be minimized by reducing stress, eating healthy meals, and exercising on a regular basis.
Read full blogHeadache Pain Is No Joke. Find Freedom Through Physical Therapy!
Have you been suffering from debilitating headaches? If so, know that you are not alone. It is no secret that headaches can cause limits to your daily life. In fact, the International Headache Society states that headaches are the third most common pain complaint of pain across the world.
Fortunately though, physical therapy can help you overcome those painful barriers.
If you are living with constant headaches and you’re looking for relief, call Aspen Rehab today to consult with one of our licensed physical therapists.
Read full blogRunning Out of Relief Options For Back Pain? Physical Therapy Can Help!
Back pain and discomfort costs the world’s economy 149 million workdays, according to the World Health Organization. This problem is extremely prevalent; in fact, 60-70 percent of individuals in developed countries suffer from it.
The good news? You’re not alone if you’ve been suffering from back pain, and there is assistance available! Physical therapy can help you manage your back pain in a natural, quick, and efficient way.
If you live with chronic back pain, then you are well aware of how restricting it may be in your daily life.
Read full blogUnderstanding Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Regardless of the type of arthritis you’re living with, physical therapy can help!
If you’re experiencing joint pain, you might be concerned you have arthritis. What you might not realize is that arthritis is actually an umbrella term for several different conditions. It’s important to understand the different types of arthritis so you can seek proper treatment. Fortunately, Aspen Rehab can relieve your arthritis, no matter which types you’re struggling with.
While over 150 different conditions fall under the arthritis umbrella, two of the most common are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Read full blogWhat Does Speech Therapy Treat?
Understanding common conditions that are treated in speech therapy and how our specialists can help!
You’ve probably heard of speech therapy before, but are you aware of the different conditions it can treat? If you, your child, or someone else you know is struggling to communicate properly, chances are speech therapy can help!
Speech therapy evaluates and treats speech disorders and communication difficulties. It aids in the development of skills such as comprehension, clarity, voice, fluency, and sound production.
Read full blogArthritis Pain Shouldn’t Control Your Life. With Physical Therapy, It Doesn’t Have To!
Are your joints are painful, achy, or weak? You could be living with arthritis, and you’re not alone if this is the case. In reality, people are diagnosed with more than 100 different forms of arthritis.
The elderly are the most likely group to be diagnosed with arthritis; nevertheless, arthritic symptoms can occur in young people as well!
Male athletes who participate in professional sports are more likely than the general population to acquire arthritis over their lifetime, according to a study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine.
Read full blogWhat is Dysphagia, and How Can Speech Therapy Help?
If you struggle to swallow food or drink, treatment is available!
Do you or a loved one cough or choke when eating or drinking? Have your difficulties with swallowing caused you to lose interest in food and drink? It may be dysphagia, a swallowing disorder involving the mouth, throat, and oesophagus. Fortunately, speech therapy at Aspen Rehab can help!
Dysphagia is probably more common than you think.
Read full blogWhat is Speech Therapy?
Understanding speech therapy, common disorders, and how speech therapy can help
Speech therapy focuses on assessing and treating communication problems and speech disorders. This discipline is practiced by a speech-language pathologist (SLP), which is often referred to as a speech therapist.
Speech therapists use techniques to improve communication, including articulation therapy, language intervention, and other exercises depending on the kind of speech impairment. Speech therapy is helpful for patients who developed problems during childhood or adulthood from an injury or illness.
Read full blogWhat Is the Connection Between Neck Pain and Headaches?
Are your headaches coming more frequently and lasting longer? Have you noticed tightness and tension in the upper back and neck every time you get a headache? You may be experiencing a cervicogenic headache. Fortunately, our Aspen Rehabilitation in Coral Springs physical therapists can provide the guidance you need to resolve your headaches once and for all!
There are all sorts of reasons why headaches may develop. Environmental factors like weather changes, exposure to certain scents, or things like stress, allergies, and headaches happen to most of us and can interfere with our everyday activities.
Read full blogHow Physical Therapy Can Help with Degenerative Disc Disease
Regular exercise can help reduce your pain and get you moving again
Have you recently been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease and are now wondering which treatment options are available to you? Are you worried you’ll have to get painful back surgery at some point? At Aspen Rehabilitation in Coral Springs, we offer several approaches to help you resolve the pain associated with degenerative disc disease–and maybe even help you avoid surgery.
Read full blogHow Can Physical Therapy Help Following a Fracture?
How our results-driven PT solutions are the right way to heal from a fracture.
If you’ve ever experienced a fracture, you know the pain and distress it can cause. Often referred to as a “broken bone”, fractures can inhibit your ability to move and cause long-lasting symptoms if not treated correctly.
If you have recently suffered a fracture or are dealing with symptoms from an old injury, you may want to consider physical therapy.
Read full blog5 Ways Stretching Can Provide Pain Relief and Improve Flexibility
Do you stretch regularly? If you don’t, know that you’re not the only one slacking off on this vital aspect of exercise!
Stretching is an important element of physical therapy. Targeted stretches are incorporated into practically every physical therapy treatment plan. Stretching is beneficial to everyone, from athletes aiming to improve their technique to seniors seeking relief from chronic aches and pains.
Stretching not only improves flexibility, but it’s also a natural approach to relieve discomfort and make any subsequent physical therapy treatments go more smoothly.
Read full blogCombat Inflammation From Arthritis Through Physical Therapy Treatment
Are you living with arthritis? If so, you know how much it can control your routine. Arthritis can be extremely limiting to a person’s life, and unfortunately, it is a disorder of the joints that millions of people live with.
While arthritis is debilitating, there is light at the end of the tunnel: it can certainly be managed! If you believe you may be living with arthritic symptoms, call Aspen Rehabilitation in Coral Springs at our physical therapy office as soon as possible.
Read full blogSprains and Strains Can Cause Long-Term Pain…But With Physical Therapy, They Don’t Have To!
Does this scenario seem familiar? You’re walking down the sidewalk, when suddenly – your ankle slips off the curb. You feel an immediate twinge of pain, but you’re unsure whether or not it requires a trip to the doctor.
It is true that many mild injuries can be treated with the R.I.C.E (rest, ice, compression, elevation) method; however, some injuries require the help of a medical professional.
It can be difficult to determine where your injury is, and it can also be difficult to determine if the injury you sustained is a sprain or a strain.
Read full blogAre You Searching For a Way Out of Arthritis Pain? PT Can Help!
Living in Constant Pain Isn’t Your Only Option!
Arthritis affects over 50 million people in the United States and is the leading cause of disability, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Arthritis can affect anyone at any age and can be severely debilitating for those who have it.
However, those suffering from this condition can take a number of important steps to alleviate their stiff and aching joints. One of them is physical therapy!
Read full blog5 Reasons to Pursue Physical Therapy
PT Can Make Your Pain a Thing of the Past
Is acute or chronic pain interfering with your daily life? Do you need help recovering from back pain, joint pain, or an injury sustained in a car accident? Whatever condition you are dealing with, our clinic is here to help.
Our physical therapists are experts in the improvement of human movement and flexibility. To assist our patients, we provide a variety of non-invasive, natural, and safe modalities and techniques.
Read full blogAre You Underestimating the Importance of Stretching?
Stretching Should Be For Everyone– Not Just Runners!
Did you know that stretching is a critical part of a healthy daily routine? If you don’t have a stretching routine in place, you should start one right away! A good stretch is an excellent way to begin your day, regardless of your age or fitness level. Stretching, according to the Mayo Clinic, “can increase flexibility and improve your joints’ range of motion, allowing you to move more freely.
Read full blogHave Stress-Related Headaches? Physical Therapy Can Help!
Are You Searching for a Natural Solution to Headache Pain?
Stress headaches are no laughing matter, and sometimes a pill just isn’t enough to get rid of one. “Most headaches are harmless and resolve on their own,” according to Choose PT, “but severe headaches that recur frequently can affect your ability to do your daily activities and can reduce your quality of life.”
Tension headaches are characterized by the sensation of a “band of pressure” around your head, as well as tenderness and achy sensations.
Read full blogRestore Mobility & Decrease Your Joint Pain With Physical Therapy!
Are You Ready to Find Relief?
Let’s face it: your joints aren’t treating you as well as they once did. You could be dealing with the aftereffects of an injury that has made it difficult for you to move around the way you used to. Or maybe you just have age-related arthritis, and everything is starting to hurt!
One thing is certain: taking excessive amounts of over-the-counter pain relievers and sitting around all day is not going to help you.
Read full blogPrescription Medication Isn’t the Best Solution For Your Pain
Physical Therapy is Your Key to a Healthier and Happier Life!
Do you have acute or chronic pain that makes it difficult for you to get things done on a daily basis? Have you ever found yourself panicking when your prescription medication runs out because you have no other way to manage your discomfort?
Many people in pain make the mistake of relying on prescription medications for relief, but these medications only mask the symptoms.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help Relieve Your Lower Back Pain
3 Simple Ways to Begin Managing Your Back Pain
Back pain can be extremely inconvenient and burdensome. Numerous people use prescription medications to manage their pain, but with opioid addiction on the rise, many of them are looking for a better alternative. According to a study published in the BMC Health Services medical journal, physical therapy can help patients reduce their reliance on pain medications while also lowering their out-of-pocket expenses.
During your first appointment with a physical therapist, they can provide simple strategies and exercises to help relieve your back pain.
Read full blogDo You Have Hip and Knee Pain? Physical Therapy Can Help!
Pain Relief is Possible with PT
Do you have debilitating or uncomfortable pain in your knees or hips? You’re not the only one who feels this way. Knee pain is a common condition, resulting in 19.4 million pain-related visits to a physician’s office each year, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons!
The knees and hips are important and complex body parts. These parts of your body have several tendons, joints, and muscles that work together to allow you to move normally.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Relieve Your Herniated Disc Pain
Are You Ready to Put an End to Your Pain?
Do you ever find yourself complaining about persistent lower back pain? You could be suffering from a herniated disc. Herniated discs can occur anywhere along the spine, but they are most common in the lower back. Back pain can be caused by a variety of medical conditions, but in many cases, it is caused by a herniated disc.
According to The National Institute of Health, “The highest prevalence [of herniated disc cases] is among people aged 30-50 years, with a male to female ratio of 2:1.
Read full blogStrains and Sprains Are No Match For Physical Therapy!
You’re walking across the park on a bright summer day when your foot accidentally steps in a hole. Before you know it, you’re in agony, crumpled in a heap, hoping no one notices your fall.
Been there before? We get it — it’s embarrassing, but it’s painful!
So, what exactly do you do? How do you tell if an injury will heal on its own and when you should seek treatment from a physical therapist?
Read full blogFeeling Discouraged From Lower Back Pain? PT Could Help You!
Many people experience lower back discomfort and are unsure how to get long-term relief. Dealing with this type of discomfort can take time away from relaxing, working, spending time with family, and generally enjoying life. It can also make a person irritated, anxious, and lead to a range of other health problems!
According to the World Health Organization, 149 million days of work are lost in the United States owing to low back discomfort.
Read full blog3 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help With Stress-Related Headaches
Did you know that headaches rank third among the most prevalent types of pain? That is correct. Headaches are very frequent and can be extremely debilitating, affecting a person’s quality of life. Dealing with headaches on a daily basis can be incredibly difficult and it can leave a person fatigued.
Fortunately, through physical therapy, long-term relief is possible. A trained physical therapist can help you achieve immediate pain relief from stress-related headaches as well as any other pain conditions or ailments that may be contributing to your discomfort.
Read full blogDealing With Arthritis Pain? Say Goodbye To Discomfort With PT
Arthritis is a pretty common term used to describe over 100 different types of joint pain and disease. Many people believe that arthritis only affects elderly people, but this is far from the truth. According to a study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, about 30 percent of male athletes who regularly play contact sports such as football, basketball, or soccer will develop arthritis in their knees and hips at some point.
Read full blogSay No To Drugs For Chronic Pain, and Yes To Physical Therapy!
Pain can be a beneficial messenger, alerting you to the fact that something in your body needs to be fixed, but it can also be a vexing inconvenience that degrades your quality of life.
To make matters worse, many pain issues are the result of long-standing underlying diseases that often originate in a different portion of the body than the one displaying symptoms.
Medication may temporarily hide your pain, but it will not fix a chronic underlying functioning issue.
Read full blog7 Tips For Better Health
The majority of individuals feel that in order to stay in shape, they must devote hours each day to working out or going to the gym. This is why so many of us claim that we don’t have time to work out! Exercising and remaining physically fit, on the other hand, does not have to take hours out of your day.
You can incorporate a few fundamental aspects into your everyday routine to help you live a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Read full blogGet Rid of Pain Meds With Physical Therapy
Every time you turn on the news, there appears to be another article about the country’s opioid crisis.
There’s reason to be concerned. Every day in 2016, 116 individuals died from opioid-related drug overdoses. Prescription painkillers were misused in some form by 11.5 million Americans, costing the economy an estimated $504 million.
According to some academics, many people who would otherwise be able to work are barred from doing so because they would fail a drug test.
Read full blogBenefits of Pre-Hab: How Can Therapy Before Surgery Help You?
It’s no secret that physical therapy helps you heal faster after an injury or surgery. But what if there was a method to avoid an injury altogether? What if you could speed up your recovery from surgery even before you go under the knife?
Pre-hab, also known as preventative rehabilitation, helps patients heal faster after surgery, recover faster, and, in many situations, avoid operations altogether. Call our office now to schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists.
Read full blogYour Days of Living With Arthritis Pain Are Over
Have you been experiencing pain in your lower back, knees, hands, hips, or joints on a regular basis? Arthritis could be to blame.
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, edema, and inflammation in the joints.If you are struggling with joint pain or arthritis, you might tend to lean on over-the-counter medications for relief, but this is only temporary. What you need is safe, natural, long-lasting pain relief.
Physical therapy can provide this for you!
Read full blog3 Reasons To Call A PT For Sciatica Pain
Each of your sciatic nerves runs down each leg from either side of your lower back. As a result, shooting pain on one side is a characteristic indicator of sciatica.
While compression of one of your sciatic nerves can be excruciating, it doesn’t necessarily necessitate medical intervention, yet sometimes physical therapy is your best bet to banish sciatica symptoms.
So, how can you tell when to go it alone, and when to call a physical therapist?
Read full blog3 Safe and Effective Tips For Relieving Stiff, Achy Joints Through PT
Sometimes we wake up in the morning feeling stiff and achy. We wonder, “Did I sleep on my neck wrong? Do I need to replace my mattress?”
It’s only normal that from time to time we feel a little off upon getting our day started! However, if you find that you’re consistently waking up in pain, it could be time for a trip to a physical therapist.
Aching, stiff joints may be a minor problem, but your doctor may diagnose you with a condition that necessitates referral to a physical therapist for additional treatment.
Read full blogRelying On Pain Medication For Relief? A Skilled PT Could Help
It’s no secret that pain has an adverse effect on one’s quality of life. Many people make the mistake of relying on medication to alleviate their symptoms, yet pharmaceuticals just mask problems rather than cure them.
Physical therapy is a natural and non-invasive treatment that is both safe and effective. Please contact Aspen Rehabilitation if you are suffering from acute or chronic pain and would like to discover how our physical therapists can help you live a pain-free life without the use of potentially dangerous medicines.
Read full blogTherapeutic Massage Could Change The Way You Move!
If you’re an athlete, you’re well aware of the commitment required. It’s no secret that substantial training is required whether preparing for a major game, competition, concert, or marathon. As a result, you’re likely to hit a hurdle along the route owing to sore or stiff muscles.
Thankfully, therapeutic massage can assist. Massage therapy relieves discomfort and loosens tight areas, allowing you to recuperate faster and get back into the game.
Are you interested in learning more about how therapeutic massage might help you perform better?
Read full blog5 Reasons Physical Therapy May Change Your Life
According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, almost 100 million people in the United States suffer from chronic pain. So, if you’ve been suffering from chronic pain for three months or longer, you’re not alone.
Unfortunately, this means that people’s reliance on prescription pharmaceuticals is increasing all the time. In 2013, doctors in the United States prescribed about a quarter of a billion opioid prescriptions or roughly one bottle per person.
The opioid crisis we’re all too aware of today results from this need for pain-management medicines.
Read full blogYour Strength and Overall Health Can Improve With PT
Everyone aspires to live a healthy, active, and powerful lifestyle. However, this type of lifestyle is not always simple to maintain, particularly for people who suffer from chronic pain. Physical therapy, fortunately, is an excellent resource for relieving pain and achieving fitness goals.
If you want to start living a healthy lifestyle but aren’t sure where to begin, give Aspen Rehab in Coral Springs FL a call today! We’ll tailor a treatment plan to your specific needs so you can achieve your objectives using the most effective approaches.
Read full blogOuch! Herniated Discs Could Be Causing Your Back Pain!
The spine is such a complex part of the body that it is not uncommon for pain to occur from time to time. The spine contains 24 bones. Of those bones, 5 of them are located in the lower back. In addition to these bones, the spine also contains several nerves and intervertebral discs.
Pain can sometimes be the result of an underlying problem, such as a herniated disc. One of the earliest signs of a herniated disc is lower back discomfort, which can range from mild to severe.
Read full blogYour Posture Doesn’t Have To Suffer Any Longer. Here’s How Physical Therapy Can Help
Bad posture is a common cause of back discomfort. If your posture is poor, it can put strain on other parts of your body, causing discomfort, inflammation, and malfunction. Thankfully, physical therapy can help you improve your posture.
According to one study, back discomfort or injury accounts for roughly 3% of all emergency room visits. Back pain is the most prevalent type of pain, and it can severely restrict one’s daily activities. This kind of pain will rear its ugly head at the most random of times.
Read full blog5 Ways To Break Away From a Sedentary Lifestyle
We all have days where we don’t feel like getting up and moving around, but the unfortunate truth is that sitting too much is very hard on the body. Excessive sedentary behavior—common and seemingly “unavoidable” if you have a desk job that requires you to sit for 8 hours a day—can increase the risk for back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, and other types of work-related musculoskeletal injuries.
Take a minute and think about how much time do you spend in a chair or on a couch?
Read full blogExperiencing Discomfort In Your Neck and Back? PT Can help!
Back and neck pain can occur for a variety of causes. Back and neck pain can be mild to severe, and it may be accompanied by other symptoms. Fortunately, physical therapy can help you get rid of back and neck discomfort and get back to enjoying a pain-free life.
Muscle strains, which can arise as a result of a cervical herniated disc, cervical degenerative disc disease, or cervical osteoarthritis, are the most common causes of neck pain.
Read full blog5 Tips to Decrease Pain and Improve Your Energy Levels
Living with chronic pain can change the way you do things on a daily basis. Whether your pain symptoms reside in your back, hips, neck, knees, or other area of your body, one thing rings true: dealing with discomfort is always the last thing anybody wants to do!
Fortunately, there are some simple lifestyle changes you can make in order to decrease your pain while simultaneously increasing your energy. When you do these in addition to your physical therapy treatments, you can help recover from your pain and reach the physical goals you’ve been aiming towards.
Read full blogLooking For Relief From Hip & Knee Pain? Your Search Ends With PT
As the cartilage in one’s joints begins to break down with age, the risk of experiencing chronic hip or knee discomfort rises. Anyone can acquire hip or knee discomfort as a result of excessive overuse, unanticipated traumas, or underlying disorders.
While surgery may be required to repair specific disorders of the hip or knee, physical therapy has been shown to be effective in reducing discomfort and increasing function. In many circumstances, physical therapy can completely obviate the need for surgery.
Read full blog5 Tips To Get More Physical Activity In Your Routine
It may feel like you’re on a never-ending hamster wheel in your hectic life, requiring you to accomplish as much as possible. It is critical, however, for everyone to realize what is and is not attainable through simple effort. It’s critical to recognize that your willpower has limits. It’s difficult enough to get through your to-do list in the limited hours you have in the day without being exhausted. Instead, you’ll need to use methods and tips to stay interested, motivated, and active in your quest to complete everything – since no one can do it all alone!
Read full blogZoom Through Your Recovery With Pre-Hab!
Do you have a surgical operation scheduled soon? If so, you might be worried about recovery time. Do you have a physically demanding job or sport? You could be anxious about the effects of demanding activities on your joints and muscles. If you identify with any of these scenarios, preventative rehabilitation or “pre-hab” may benefit you.
Participating in pre-hab therapy has several advantages. It can help the body heal faster and avoid injuries, all while speeding up recovery time and reducing your odds of needing inpatient rehabilitation by 73 percent!
Read full blog3 Signs It’s Time To Visit a Physical Therapist For Sciatica Pain
If you have sciatica, you’re probably already skimming this article looking for answers as to when or if you need to see a physical therapist for treatment. We’ll tell you now: physical therapy can help ease your pain and speed up the recovery process.
The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body. It runs from the lower back to the legs and then down to the feet. Sciatica causes “shooting pains” down one side of the body, according to those who suffer from it.
Read full blogHow A Stronger Core Can Help With Balance Issues
Have you been feeling shaky and off balance lately? The culprit might be a weak core! Having a weak core might make you feel unbalanced, but the good news is that physical therapy can help you strengthen your core and improve your balance as well.
Physical therapy should include core strength training. Your core muscles play an important part in keeping you balanced whether you’re sitting, standing, or sprinting. The muscles in your core assist in anchoring your center of gravity, allowing you to maintain balance.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help You Reduce Joint Pain and Improve Mobility
As we grow older, we may find ourselves thinking the same thing: our joints aren’t what they once were. Perhaps you’re dealing with an injury that makes movement difficult, or you’ve developed osteoarthritis as a result of age-related “wear and tear.” Whatever the case may be, one thing is certain: without aches and pains, you can’t get around as well. Taking painkillers or living a sedentary lifestyle to compensate for daily aches and pains, on the other hand, is not a healthy method to deal with your disease.
Read full blogShrug Off Shoulder Pain Through Physical Therapy Treatment
Did you know that your shoulders are the most moveable and flexible joints in your body? They’re made up of a variety of muscles, tendons, and bones, and they’re pretty complicated structures!
Your shoulders are what allow you to move around and complete many of your responsibilities during the day. They are capable of a great deal, but they are also extremely vulnerable to injury.
If you’ve been suffering from shoulder pain, our physical therapy services can help you discover natural relief.
Read full blog9 Good Reasons To Stretch More Often
When is the last time you gave your body a good, long stretch?
Stretching should be a part of your everyday routine if it isn’t already. A nice stretch is the best way to start your day, regardless of who you are. Stretching has a lot of advantages, and it’s absolutely fine if you don’t know where to start!
A physical therapist can explain why stretching is beneficial to you as an individual and how it can help you enhance your overall quality of life.
Read full blogDealing With Lower Back Pain? Here Are 3 Tips To Reduce Your Discomfort
Do you have back discomfort in your lower back? If you have, you are aware of how debilitating it can be. It may appear simple to take medication to relieve pain, but with prescription medication overuse becoming a national epidemic, many people with lower back pain are looking for a more straightforward alternative.
According to a study published in BMC Health Services, physical therapy has been shown to minimize total health costs associated with pain management and to prevent habit-forming reliance on prescription medications.
Read full blogCombat Stress-Related Headaches With Physical Therapy
We’ve all done it: we get that familiar twinge of a headache and go for the Ibuprofen, Advil, or Tylenol. When it comes to stress headaches, though, a tablet isn’t always enough. A stress headache is characterized by a band of pressure around the head, as well as generalized aching and soreness.
Physical therapy treatments, on the other hand, can help you relax and straighten your posture, which will help you feel better.
Read full blogSuffering From Pain & Inflammation? The Villain Could Be Your Diet!
If you’re suffering from chronic pain or inflammation, good nutrition can help you find relief. Eating the appropriate foods can help your body recover from a variety of ailments! Maintaining a healthy and nutritious diet is an important aspect of any physical therapy routine.
Inflammation and chronic pain can be minimized by eating well, reducing stress, and exercising regularly. Contact our office now to schedule a consultation with one of our physical therapists to learn more about how our nutritional services might help you!
Read full blogThe Best Natural Treatment for Arthritis Aches and Pains
Arthritis is a painful ailment that can make a person feel isolated and confined on their path. In order to manage discomfort, many arthritis sufferers turn to antirheumatic medicines, steroid injections, or joint replacement surgery.
Physical therapy and other natural treatments, on the other hand, have been shown to provide greater results for many people. Contact our office in Coral Springs, FL today for more information on how our natural method of pain treatment can help you relieve your arthritic problems.
Read full blogBounce Back To a Pain-Free Life With Physical Therapy
Are you in serious acute or chronic pain? Perhaps you’ve had an issue with your back or hip for a long time. Maybe you’re healing from an unforeseen sports injury, or you’re still coping with the effects of an automobile accident. No matter what the case may be, physical therapy can help you with any problem you’re having. If your pain is interfering with your everyday activities, please contact our clinic as soon as possible to book a physical therapy session.
Read full blogIs a Herniated Disc The Culprit of Your Back Pain?
Chronic back pain is one of the most common reasons patients come to see our physical therapist. In fact, it’s the most common cause of pain in the United States. Back pain can be caused by a variety of medical disorders, but herniated discs are the most common cause.
It is estimated that about 60-80% of people will experience some level of lower back pain in their lives, and many may experience the issue due to a herniated disc.
Read full blogLiving With Arthritis Pain? PT Could Make Your Life Easier
Millions of people suffer from joint pain and stiffness as a result of arthritis. Many arthritis patients take many steps each day to alleviate their stiff and aching joints. Physical therapy can be a useful component of a pain-relieving approach that also allows you to stay active. Contact our office now to learn how a physical therapy program can help you manage or possibly eliminate arthritis pain!
Staying physically active through physical therapy:
While exercise will not cure arthritis, it will help to slow down the progression of the disease and lower the severity of the symptoms.
Read full blogPutting An End to Your Hip and Knee Pain Naturally
To aid in complex movement, the hips and knees have a multitude of tendons, muscles, and joints linked together. It can be tough to perform daily tasks if you have an injury (and consequent discomfort) in a specific location.
Physical therapy, fortunately, can assist you in a variety of methods in permanently resolving your hip and knee pain. To learn more about how a qualified physical therapist may help you manage your pain, call our office right now.
Read full blogWhat is the Difference Between Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Care?
Find Out Which Will be Best For You!
Think about the last time you felt any kind of chronic pain. If it was related to your back, your friends or family might have recommended that you go and see a chiropractor, but did anyone recommend physical therapy?
Chiropractic care is different from physical therapy, but many people don’t understand what sets these two forms of pain management apart from each other.
Read full blogGot A Scheduled Surgery? Plan On Physical Therapy Before & After!
Do you have a scheduled surgery on the books? If so, it’s a wise idea to work with a physical therapist both before and after surgery to optimize your outcome and recovery!
Working with a physical therapist prior to your operation — sometimes referred to as “prehab” — can help you to prepare emotionally and physically for the surgery.
After your operation is finished, physical therapy can help to ensure a speedy and full recovery.
Read full blogLiving with Arthritis? You Don’t Have to Turn to Opioids
Physical Therapy: Natural Relief for Joint Pain
Arthritis is a general term that actually encompasses hundreds of different diseases. Whether you have osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or any other type of arthritis, two of the primary symptoms are inflammation and joint pain. Whatever type of arthritis you suffer from, you’re likely struggling to overcome varying degrees of pain. If you are taking opioids for arthritis pain, we’re here to let you know that there is a better option.
Read full blogSkipping Stretching Post-Workout Could Be Damaging To Your Health!
We can’t beat around the bush about this any longer: Americans simply are not getting in enough physical activity each day! We’re leading very sedentary lives, with our jobs and working from home for most of last year. It’s damaging to your health!
Healthy adults should be making a point of getting at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity every week. If you already know that you need to be more active, you may be preparing a regular exercise regimen of your own, which is awesome!
Read full blogRecognizing and Treating Herniated Disc Pain With Physical Therapy
Have you noticed excruciating back pain that wasn’t around a few months ago? The cause may be a herniated disc.
You might be wondering, how can you tell for sure whether you have this specific problem? And if you do have a herniated disc, what can you do about it? These questions don’t have to add confusion and frustration to your physical woes.
At our physical therapy clinic, we see disc herniations frequently among our patients with back, arm, and/or leg pain.
Read full blog3 Natural Pain Remedies To Help You Kick Opioids
Does the prospect of taking painkilling drugs for the rest of your life fill you with concern? If it doesn’t, then it should — especially if the drugs in question are opioids.
Our nation is in the midst of an opioid epidemic. Many chronic pain sufferers who can’t get the relief they need from NSAIDs or steroids feel that they have no choice but to turn to the more powerful opioid drugs.
Unfortunately, opioids can present some major problems, from mind-addling intoxication to addiction and the possibility of a fatal overdose.
Read full blog5 Fun Ways To Get Active Again
We lead pretty sedentary lives, especially with the way most of us have had to work from home over the past 12 months or so. Because of this, it’s important that we take advantage of the free time we do have to get out and do something active.
According to HHS, “More than 80% of adults do not meet the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities, and more than 80% of adolescents do not do enough aerobic physical activity to meet the guidelines for youth.”Finding the time or the motivation to exercise is difficult for many people.
Read full blog3 Ways Physical Therapy Can Relieve Your Pain (And Save Your Life!)
Chronic pain can keep you from doing almost everything you enjoy. It can hinder your ability to play sports, to have fun outside with your friends, to get a good night’s sleep, and even from doing your job. So, what are you supposed to do about it? What can possibly be done to improve your quality of life, besides taking prescription medication?
We’ve got your answer: physical therapy!
At our physical therapy clinic, we work with people every day who are dealing with the physical and mental effects of chronic pain caused by conditions like arthritis and fibromyalgia.
Read full blogFind Relief for Your Nagging Back Pains with Physical Therapy
Move Comfortably Again with PT!
Most Americans will suffer temporary back pain at some point in their lives. When back pain is not temporary, however, it becomes a major quality of life issue. The American Physical Therapy Association states that back pain is the most commonly experienced form of pain for Americans.
In fact, one in every four Americans has sustained some sort of back pain in the past three months.
Read full blogIf Stress-Related Headaches Are Holding You Back, You Need To Read This
If you’ve ever experienced the sensation that your head is smashed in a clamp, chances are you knew straight away that what you were experiencing was a headache. However, did you know that there are different types of headaches, and this one is referred to as a stress-related headache?
Headache pain can keep you from enjoying your life. Whether the pain starts in your neck, the back of your head or front and center behind your eyes, stress headaches can derail your entire day.
Read full blogOpioid Consumption Can Be Fatal; Feel Better with Physical Therapy Instead!
Have you ever been prescribed opioid medications for healing after a serious injury? If your answer is yes, think again! Opioids are not meant for healing. They’re only band-aids that mask painful symptoms and don’t do a single thing to take care of the underlying cause of your pain. Opioids also pose a large threat of fatal overdose as well.
Long-term opioid consumption is not a good strategy for managing chronic pain. In addition to the risk of addiction, opioids simply alleviate the symptoms (pain) of a larger problem.
Read full blogWhat’s In Your Fridge Could Be Causing Your Pain!
Have you ever thought about the phrase “we are what we eat?” It seems trivial and overplayed, we know, but it’s the truth. Everything we put into our bodies, we essentially become, through our movements, moods, and our levels of health. Watching what you eat can make a world of difference when it comes to managing a chronic pain condition such as arthritis. If you work with a physical therapist to help manage a chronic pain condition, you will probably receive some nutritional advice as part of the process!
Read full blogIf You’re Living With Chronic Back Pain, You Must Read This Now!
Do you feel as if you’ve been shut out of your own life because of your chronic back pain? This nagging, excruciating symptom can be caused by a number of underlying causes and it can get worse with time, to the point that you can hardly move! Along with these horrible movement restrictions, you may be wary of putting your back through the risks of major surgery, or putting your body through the threat of addiction with prescription medications.
Read full blogDo You Wake Up Feeling Sore? The Culprit Could Be Your Mattress
Imagine waking up after an 8-hour nap feeling completely refreshed. When you slowly awaken, you attempt to sit up… only to be greeted by a backache. When you walk, the aches in your shoulders and neck become more noticeable, but when you stand up, the dull ache in your hips and legs takes over. What in the world is going on? After a good night’s sleep, how can you feel so sore?
The answer is more simple than you think: it’s possible that your mattress is to blame.
Read full blogKick Hip and Knee Pain With The Help of A Physical Therapist
Hip and knee pain are two of the most commonly experienced pains identified in an adult joint pain reporting survey done by the Centers for Disease Control. This means that if you’re dealing with hip and knee pain, you’re not in the boat alone.
We’re sure you’re well aware that knee and hip pain makes it much harder to live the life you want. It doesn’t matter whether your knee hurts, your hip hurts, or you are dealing with pain in both joints — living with this discomfort can hinder your daily routine.
Read full blogWhat Is Sports Physical Therapy?
Did You Know Sports Physical Therapy Could Help Improve Your Sports Performance?
Sports physical therapy is an ever-growing field of focus. In fact, according to the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, “The specialty niche of sports physical therapy has grown at a significant rate over the past 40 years.” So, what does a sports physical therapist do? Sports physical therapy is dedicated to helping you reach your goals – and developing new ones!
Read full blogFind Relief for Hip and Knee Pain to Move Freely.
Move with Comfort and Ease with the Help of our Physical Therapists For Hip and Knee Pains!
The knee is considered a hinge joint while the hip is a ball-and-socket joint. They are both complex joints with a network of muscles, tendons, ligaments, bone, and cartilage all working together to keep you moving. With this many moving parts, it’s not surprising that as we age or engage in strenuous activity that we sometimes experience pain.
Read full blog3 Simple Changes You Can Make in Your Diet For Pain Relief
We truly are what we eat. If you have chronic pain, you should consider the fact that what you put in your diet could be making your aches and pains worse. Scientific evidence shows that the things we eat can influence our experience of pain—whether by alleviating an underlying health condition or exacerbating it.
If you don’t know whether or not you’re eating the right food groups, our physical therapist team is happy to educate you about making smarter choices in your diets so that your physical therapy treatment plan will be more effective overall!
Read full blogSay Goodbye to Harmful Opioids With the Help of Physical Therapy
If you’re suffering from acute or chronic pain, then you’re well aware that a condition like this can substantially affect your ability to engage in even basic daily activities. You may feel that taking opioids to relieve your pain is the only option you have.
Thankfully, there are other options available, including physical therapy. This kind of assistance can help you live a pain-free life. The National Institutes of Health states that the number of adults in the United States suffering from pain-related health conditions has dramatically increased in recent years.
Read full blog5 Helpful Tips To Start Relieving Your Chronic Back Pain Today!
Do you experience ongoing back pain that never gives you a moment’s relief? Do you periodically find yourself disabled by bouts of back pain? Whatever form it may take, chronic back pain can put all kinds of limits on your life — until you finally start taking the necessary steps to address it head-on.
You might be under the impression that the only way to combat your pain is to undergo an invasive, expensive operation.
Read full blog6 Common Causes of Joint Pain Physical Therapy Can Help
Are you having trouble keeping up with the basic demands of your day job? Do you have more trouble getting around your home than you once did? Do you look for excuses to withdraw from some of your favorite activities simply because it hurts to move, or you’re worried about injuring yourself? You’re probably suffering from joint pain, and you’re not alone.
This can turn even the most routine tasks into dreaded chores, or make them totally impossible to perform at all.
Read full blogTension Headaches Ruining Your Day? Physical Therapy Can Help!
We’ve all been there before. You’re sitting at your desk, or maybe in your car on the way home from work, when it hits: a tension headache. The pain begins with tension in your neck or shoulders that creeps upward through the base of your skull. Some people experience these occasionally, and some people, unfortunately, experience them daily. You may have even tried stretching and optimizing your work station, but if you are suffering from tension headaches, you know that the only relief comes from either reducing stress or taking medication.
Read full blogIn Need of Quick Recovery After Surgery? Try Rehabilitation!
Let’s face it, the idea of having an invasive surgery can be very scary. You’re not sure how the operation will go, and you might also not be clear on what to expect after you’re all sewed up and the anesthesia has faded away. Physical therapy offers precise recovery processes for people just like you who have undergone extensive operations that alter their levels of mobility.
We know that surgery can be a very daunting, worrisome event for most people, but you don’t have to face recovery alone.
Read full blogTired of Living With Chronic Pain? It’s Time To Try PT!
Here’s a wild fact: According to the CDC, an estimated 20.4% of U.S. adults had chronic pain and 8.0% of U.S. adults had high-impact chronic pain. Both were more prevalent among adults living in poverty, adults with less than a high school education, and adults with public health insurance. Moreover, experts predict chronic pain will increase in prevalence as people age into later adulthood.
As pain changes and the likelihood of more individuals experiencing it increases, finding relief for pain also continues to evolve.
Read full blogFeeling Morning Aches and Pains? Physical Therapy Can Treat The Cause of Your Problem
If you wake up with aches and pains, it can really put a damper on your mood. This is not a good way to start your day. You probably have made excuses for your pain, such as “I slept on my neck wrong,” or “I’m just getting older — this is to be expected.” However, you don’t need to say goodbye to a good night’s rest just yet!
Unfortunately, millions of people experience sore muscles and stiff joints in the morning.
Read full blog5 Benefits of Physical Therapy For Hip and Knee Pain
Have you noticed your hips and knees are in pain when you wake up or go to bed? Are the activities you do between sunrise and sunset impacted by chronic hip and knee joint dysfunction? Struggling with this kind of condition can severely hinder your ability to go about your daily normal routine. Thankfully, there is a solution. You don’t have to give up hope of living with less pain—or become reliant on the medicine cabinet, either.
Read full blogConcerned About Your Back Pain? You Might Have a Herniated Disc
You’re sitting comfortably watching TV one day, and then when you stand up, there’s suddenly a sharp pain radiating through your back. If this scenario sounds familiar to you, you may have herniated disc pain. This type of pain can sneak up on you and become debilitating if it isn’t given the proper attention.
There is good news though, a trained physical therapist can help! Give our office a call for a consultation and evaluation, so you can get a proper diagnosis.
Read full blog5 Benefits To Stretching Before and After You Exercise
At our physical therapy clinic, we notice an interesting trend with a lot of our active patients: they go to the gym regularly, but they largely neglect stretches and mobility work. Do you make time to go to the gym a few times per week? If so, you should certainly commend yourself for your efforts, but ask yourself this: how often do you stretch before and after a workout session?
We’re not sure why not stretching is so common among gym-goers.
Read full blogDon’t Turn to Opioids – Physical Therapy Can Help Treat Your Pain
Find Natural Relief for Your Pains With our Physical Therapists!
You have so many things you want or need to do today – but they’ll have to wait until you take your pills. Prescription opioids are powerful medications that can deaden pain for hours at a time.
Unfortunately, they can also cause profound new problems in your life, from the risk of an overdose to the stifling grip of addiction. If you’ve been depending on opioids just to make everyday life tolerable, you need to find a safer, healthier, less terrifying alternative.
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In your everyday struggle against pain and inflammation, do you reach for a pill bottle, or do you seek healthy lifestyle changes? The latter choice will do more for you in terms of long-term function, mobility and safety.
But what kinds of lifestyle changes should you pursue? In addition to regular exercise, including the types of targeted exercises you might receive in physical therapy, you should examine your sleep, your workplace ergonomics – and your nutrition.
Read full blogAre You Living With Chronic Back Pain? PT can help
The American Physical Therapy Association states that back pain is the most commonly experienced form of pain for Americans. In fact, one in every four Americans has sustained some sort of back pain in the past three months.
Chronic back pain is pain that persists for three months and longer. This type of pain can be due to a variety of reasons, including arthritis of the spine, aging, disc problems and myofascial pain syndrome.
Read full blogFind Fast Relief for Your Arthritis Pain – Without Opioids
Arthritis is a general term that actually includes hundreds of different diseases. Whether you have osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or another type, one of the primary symptoms is inflammation and pain in the joints.
Whatever type of arthritis you’re suffering from, you’re likely struggling to overcome varying degrees of pain. If you’re taking opioids for arthritis pain, you need to know there is a better option.
Do you have arthritis?
It is fairly common for people who suffer with arthritis pain to resort to expensive surgery, steroid injections, and prescription medications to cope with their pain.
Read full blogWe All Know That Stretching is Good for You – But Here Are More Reasons Why You Should Start
Have you ever noticed just how good a nice stretch feels after a nap, when you first wake up in the morning, or after vigorous physical activity? That good feeling just scratches the surface of the many healthy benefits you can get from regular stretching.
That’s why our physical therapist commonly recommends specific types of stretching exercises to complement other physical therapy modalities. Here are five ways you can improve your health, comfort, and function simply by stretching.
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Do you move every day? Doing so can increase your lifespan, improve your mood, help you maintain a healthy weight, increase your strength, flexibility, endurance, and balance, and help you manage chronic pain and other health conditions.
Regular physical activity is so important that our physical therapy team is always looking for tips to offer our patients that will help them get moving. Here are seven suggestions to keep in mind!
Read full blogRelieve Your Stress-Related Headaches Today with Physical Therapy
Headaches are a common issue that can plague everyone from preteens to retirees. However, when recurring tension or stress-related headaches make it difficult to get through your day, physical therapy may be necessary to provide long-lasting pain relief.
Our experienced physical therapist has the skills necessary to target the root cause of your headaches and create a tailored treatment plan that is safe and effective. Tired of dealing with annoying and painful headaches?
Read full blogFind Relief for Your Arthritic Pains Today
Arthritis Slowing You Down? Physical Therapy Can Get You Moving Once Again!
Arthritis is a common joint pain issue that can affect people of all ages. And while there is no cure for arthritis, with physical therapy you can learn to manage your arthritis pain naturally.
For many people with chronic arthritis pain, prescription pain medications may seem like the only pain relief option. However, our experienced physical therapist recommends completing a variety of different targeted exercises to reduce inflammation, increase mobility, and relieve your arthritis pain.
Read full blogDo You Have Any of These 5 Conditions? If So, PT Can Help
Say Goodbye to Your Pains with Physical Therapy Relief!
Did you know that physical therapy is a natural form of pain relief treatment that can be used to manage a variety of different conditions?
Unfortunately, many people don’t realize that physical therapy treatments are a great way to reduce their chronic pain and other recurring symptoms until after they’ve tried other traditional treatment methods like surgery and prescription painkillers.
If you are experiencing any of our top 5 most common aches and pains, you may be a good candidate for physical therapy.
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Say Goodbye to Your Persistent Aches and Pains with Physical Therapy!
Any pain that lasts longer than three months is classified as “chronic.” When people suffer with chronic pain for a long period of time, it can become a downward spiral. They become more inactive and sedentary as a result of the pain, and then their health gets even worse.
As stated by the APTA Website, “The White House has announced that APTA is among the organizations that have joined a public-private partnership to combat opioid usage and prescription drug abuse, and that the association will reach out to the public and its members to deliver the message that pain can be effectively managed through conservative, non drug approaches.
Read full blogBack Pain is Commonly Caused by Herniated Discs – Do You Know Where Your Pain is Coming From?
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Back pain is one of the most common complaints among Americans today. Whether you experience the occasional ache in your back, or you deal with recurring chronic back pain, it can make completing everyday tasks extremely difficult. But have you ever stopped to wonder whether your back pain was a sign of a more serious condition?
Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremity symptoms can indicate a variety of potential problems – including one or more herniated discs.
Read full blogSay Goodbye to Your Aches and Pains for Good with Physical Therapy
Do you feel achy when you wake up in the morning? While this is a normal occurrence from time to time, waking up every morning with aches and pains can be a sign of a deeper issue.
If you have painful sensations in the morning for no apparent reason, don’t hesitate to contact Aspen Rehab as soon as possible for assistance. We’ll get to the root of your problem to help you find relief, so you can wake up in the mornings feeling refreshed instead of achy!
Read full blogFind Effective Relief Without Harmful Pain-Management Drugs
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), non-pharmaceutical pain treatment is actually preferred over pharmaceutical pain treatment, and in most cases, they even do a better job at controlling pain.
If you are living with pain, you know how limiting it can be. Chronic pain, or pain lasting for three months or longer, is usually indicative of an underlying condition that needs to be treated. While medication is effective in masking pain in the short term, it won’t provide any relief in the long term.
Read full blogDiscover How Therapeutic Massage can Improve Your Physical Performance!
If you are an athlete, you know the dedication that comes with it. Whether you’re preparing for an important game, competition, recital, or marathon, it’s no secret that the training is extensive. Because of this, it is likely that you will be faced with some sort of roadblock along the way, due to sore or uncomfortable muscles.
Fortunately, therapeutic massage can help. Therapeutic massage alleviates pain and loosens up tight areas so you can recover faster and get back in the game.
Read full blogGet Back on Your Feet with Natural Hip and Knee Pain Relief
Your hips and knees are important joints that work hard to provide you with optimum function throughout the day. Because of their complexities and constant use, they are common areas of pain and discomfort.
The risk of developing chronic hip or knee pain increases with age, as the cartilage in one’s joints starts to gradually wear down. However, it is possible for anyone to develop hip or knee pain from extensive overuse, unexpected injuries, or underlying conditions.
While surgery is sometimes needed to correct certain conditions in the hip or knee, physical therapy has been proven to succeed in significantly lowering pain and improving function.
Read full blogImprove Your Health in These 6 Ways With the Help of PT
Do you notice your muscles feeling painful or achy throughout the day? Are you recovering from a recent injury or surgical procedure? Are you living with a chronic condition that causes constant discomfort?
Whatever the case may be, physical therapy can help improve your health. While there are many benefits to physical therapy, below are some of the top 6 ways physical therapy can improve your quality of life:
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Read full blogFind Fast and Effective Relief for Your Arthritis Pains
Are you living with arthritis? If so, you know how limiting it can be to one’s life. Arthritis is a disorder of the joints that millions of people live with. The two most commonly reported types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis develops from “wear and tear” of cartilage, while rheumatoid arthritis develops from an overactive immune system.
Arthritis results in joint inflammation that can cause aches, pains, stiffness, and limited mobility.
Read full blogGet Rid of Back Pain Fast with the Help of Physical Therapy
Back pain is extremely common – in fact, 60-70% of people across industrialized nations experience back pain. If you are living with it, you know how limiting it can be to your daily life. That’s why it’s important to consult with a physical therapist as soon as it starts. The longer you wait, the more likely it becomes that it may progress into a more serious issue.
According to the World Health Organization, about 149 million workdays are lost because of back pain.
Read full blogGet Moving Again With These 7 Easy Steps
We’ll admit it – finding time to get moving during the day can be hard. For many people, it seems like an all or nothing task. You spend 8 hours of your day at work, you commute home, you drive your kids to their activities, you make dinner, you get ready for bed… it seems as if there aren’t even enough hours in the day to get the physical activity you want. It can be difficult to find the time and energy.
Read full blogGet Arthritic Pain Relief the Natural Way – With Physical Therapy Intervention
Are you living with arthritis? Do you think you may be experiencing symptoms of early onset arthritis? Do your joints feel painful, achy, or weak?
If you are living with arthritis, you’re not alone. In fact, there are over 100 different types of arthritis that people are diagnosed with. The most common demographic to be diagnosed with arthritis is the elderly; however, it is possible for people to develop arthritic symptoms in their early middle age, as well.
Read full blogHow to Tell if Your Back Pain is Due to a Herniated Disc?
Did you know that the spine contains 24 bones? Of those bones, 5 of them are located in the lower back. In addition to these bones, the spine also contains several nerves and intervertebral discs. The spine is such a complex part of the body that it is not uncommon for pain to occur from time to time.
However, sometimes pain can be the cause of an underlying condition, such as a herniated disc.
Read full blog5 Ways Stretching can Help Improve Your Life
One of the biggest parts of physical therapy is stretching. In almost every physical therapy treatment plan, there is some incorporation of targeted stretches. Stretching can benefit anyone – from athletes looking to improve their technique to older folks looking to relieve chronic aches and pains.
Stretching not only helps with flexibility improvement; it also is a natural way to provide pain relief and make any additional physical therapy treatments much easier.
Read full blogNatural Methods to Soothe Headaches.
It is no secret that headaches can cause limits to your daily life. Fortunately though, physical therapy can help you overcome those painful barriers.
If you are suffering from headaches, you are not alone. In fact, the International Headache Society states that headaches are the third most common pain complaint of pain across the world.
If you are living with constant headaches and you’re looking for relief, contact Aspen Rehab in Coral Springs, FL, today to consult with one of our licensed physical therapists.
Read full blogWhat are the Top 5 Benefits of Physical Therapy?
If you are living with chronic pain, or pain lasting three months or longer, you are not alone. In fact, according to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, approximately 100 million Americans live with chronic pain. Unfortunately, that also means that the dependency on pain relief prescription medications is continuously growing. In the year 2013, doctors across the U.S. prescribed nearly a quarter of a billion opioid prescriptions – that’s roughly a bottle per person in the United States.
Read full blogGet Your Shoulder Moving Again with the Help of PT
Did you know that your shoulders are your most flexible and movable joints? They are extremely complex, comprised of multiple muscles, tendons, and bones. They are what provide you with the mobility you need to perform many of your tasks throughout the day. Your shoulders are capable of a lot – but they are also highly susceptible to injuries.
If you have been living with shoulder pain, you can find natural relief with our physical therapy services.
Read full blogImprove Your Posture and Relieve Your Back Pain Today!
According to a longitudinal study, approximately 3% of all emergency room visits tend to be the result of back pain or injury. Back pain is the most commonly reported area of pain, which can cause significant limits to one’s daily life.
It is common for back pain to develop as the result of poor posture. If your posture is not correct, it can cause stress on other parts of your body, resulting in pain, inflammation, or dysfunction.
Read full blogImprove Your Health, Strength, and Physical Activity by Consulting with a Physical Therapist Today
Everyone strives for a healthy, strong, and active lifestyle. However, the reality is that this type of lifestyle is not always easy to achieve, especially for those suffering from chronic pain. Fortunately, physical therapy is a great resource for helping you alleviate your pain and reach your fitness goals.
If you’re looking to achieve a healthier lifestyle and you’re not sure where to start, give our office in Coral Springs, FL a call today!
Read full blogBecome Better Balanced with Targeted Core Strengthening
Core strength training is an important part of physical therapy. The muscles in your core help in anchoring your center of gravity, which gives you the ability to balance yourself. Whether you’re sitting, standing, or running, your core muscles play an integral role in keeping you balanced.
A weak core can cause you to feel unsteady and imbalanced. Fortunately, physical therapy can help strengthen your core and, as a result, improve your balance.
Are you looking for a way to enhance your balance?
Read full blogGet Rid of Those Pains in Your Back and Neck!
There are many reasons why one may develop back or neck pain. Anything that causes the spine’s anatomy to change can result in back pain, such as lumbar disc herniation, lumbar degenerative disc disease, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, or osteoarthritis.
Neck pain is most commonly caused by muscle strains, which can develop as a result of a cervical herniated disc, cervical degenerative disc disease, or cervical osteoarthritis.
Back and neck pain may range from mild to severe, and you may experience accompanying symptoms.
Read full blogRelieve Pain and Increase Energy with 5 Steps
If you live with pain, you know how limiting it can be. Fortunately, there are some simple lifestyle changes you can make in order to decrease your pain while simultaneously increasing your energy. When you do these in addition to your physical therapy treatments, you can help recover from your pain and reach the physical goals you’ve been aiming towards.
To find out more about how Aspen Rehab in Coral Springs, FL can help you increase your energy and decrease your pain, contact our office today!
Read full blogHow Do I Know if My Sciatica Pain is in Need of PT?
Did you know that the sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body? It stretches from the lower back down to the legs, ending at the feet. People living with sciatica typically describe their discomfort as “shooting pains,” typically down one side of the body.
While sciatica does not always require physical therapy treatments, it can help relieve your pain and speed up the healing process. It can be hard to determine whether or not your symptoms are in need of a specialist’s intervention, but these 3 signs are indicators that you should seek help and give Aspen Rehab a call today:
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Read full blogUnderstanding Pre-Hab: Key Expectations.
Are you in need of a surgical procedure? Do you have a physically demanding job or sport? Are your muscles or joints weaker than they used to be? If you identify with any of these scenarios, preventative rehabilitation, or “pre-hab,” may benefit you.
There are several benefits to participating in pre-hab treatments. It can speed up recovery time, help the body heal quicker, and prevent against injuries. There are two different categories of pre-hab: 1) pre-hab for surgical recovery and 2) pre-hab for injury prevention.
Read full blogTreat Your Pain the Natural Way – Without Opioids
As we all know, there has been an opioid crisis plaguing our country. In just 2016 alone, 116 people died each day from opioid overdose. In America, it is estimated that approximately 11.5 million people abuse prescription drugs.
This is a frightening time, but there is a solution. Physical therapy can provide pain relief in natural, safe, and more effective ways. Physical therapy works to provide long-term relief, rather than simply masking pain in the short-term, as opioids do.
Opioids create a dependency as they do not solve painful issues.
Read full blogIs My Injury a Sprain or a Strain?
We’ve all been in this scenario: you’re walking down the sidewalk, when suddenly – your ankle slips off the curb. You feel an immediate twinge of pain, but you’re unsure whether or not it requires a trip to the doctor.
It is true that many mild injuries can be treated with the R.I.C.E (rest, ice, compression, elevation) method; however, some injuries require the help of a medical professional.
It can be difficult to determine where your injury falls.
Read full blogRelieve Your Pain and Inflammation with These Dieting Tips
Do you live with constant pain and inflammation? If so, you are not alone. There are many chronic conditions that can lead to this; however, much of the pain and inflammation you’re feeling can be managed simply through diet. Pain and inflammation can be relieved through proper nutrition, stress management, and exercise.
Your body is fueled by what you eat, so when you eat a nutritious diet your body is able to recover much faster.
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