Health Blog Category: Physical Therapy
Sprains 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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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