Archive for the Physical Therapy Category

When we think of suffering from arthritis, we think it happens only as we age. And while it’s true that most arthritis sufferers are elderly, this painful affliction doesn’t discriminate. Arthritis can affect any age, race, and gender. According to the American College of Rheumatology, it’s estimated around 300,000 US children have been diagnosed with arthritis. And millions of adults live with the condition, sometimes with debilitating effects. The good news is that physical therapy can be very effective in helping arthritis. It is a non-evasive and drug-free way to improve life with arthritis. The main goals of physical therapy

Your hip joints are one of the most important joints in our body. Hip joints need to be strong to support the mobility of our body. Hips can become weaker as we age. Weaker hips can reduce stability, resulting in the risk of falling. Several muscles surround the hip joint. As we age, these muscle groups become weaker due to lack of movement and muscle deterioration. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Physical therapy can be quite beneficial in many aspects of healthy aging. This is especially true when addressing weaker hips in older adults. Physical therapy is

Vertigo can be very scary. We can take balance for granted and don’t think about much until we don’t have it any longer. Most likely, you have been dizzy or lost your balance temporarily. Whether you felt seasick on a boat, finished a carnival ride, or even spun around in an office chair too quickly. However, those feelings of the room spinning were temporary, and your sense of balance resumed. Imagine if that feeling stayed with you all day or as you lie down, causing your daily activities to come to a standstill. That is what happens to many who

There are many healthy benefits of stretching. Have you ever seen an infant who has just woken up lift their arms above their head and stretch? Stretching the body muscles is so instinctive, babies do it from birth. But this reflexive movement is more than just an involuntary reach. Stretching is essential for our bodies throughout our entire life and can bring a lot of health benefits. Various Types Of Stretches There are many kinds of stretches, with each serving a specific purpose. Here are the three most common types of stretches. Static Stretching First, there are static stretches. You

Millions of people suffer from chronic pain and inflammation. Both pain and inflammation can stem from various causes. And, they can both lead to other health problems. But some remedies can reduce and even treat your pain and inflammation altogether. With the incorporation of physical therapy, you can experience restored strength, mobility, pain relief, or even treatment. Chronic Pain and Inflammation Defined Inflammation and Pain Inflammation is a defense mechanism within the body. The immune system identifies and removes potentially damaging or foreign stimuli. Essentially protecting the body from harm. Pain is an indication that something may be wrong. Sometimes

Nerve pain is a distinctive, often chronic, type of pain that is challenging to manage or treat. It’s caused by many different reasons. This leaves individuals with unique, painful sensations and feelings. But, one effective way to treat or manage nerve pain is with physical therapy. Exercise, soft tissue manipulation, and TENS can significantly improve the pain and impact healing. What is Nerve Pain? Nerve pain is also known as neuropathic pain, neuropathy, or neuralgia. It’s caused by an impairment within the nervous system. The pain results in a different kind of sensation from any other type of pain. Neuropathic

Which is the best exercise, Walking, Cycling, or Running? If you’re thinking of starting an exercise program, you may be wondering should I be walking, cycling or running? If you’re trying to lose weight in a hurry… you might only be thinking about what burns the most calories the fastest. However, there are a few other things to consider as well. If you are new to exercise, you may be prone to injury. Let’s look at a few common exercise modes… walking, cycling, and running, and what you should know about each. Walking For Exercise Of the three types of

5 Most Common Youth Sports Injuries After 2020, the year of COVID, youth sports are finally opening up again. However, this means that youth sports injuries will be returning as well. We will be treating young patients in our physical therapy practice for a variety of conditions. Here are the most common youth sports injuries that we see and treat. 1. Little Leaguer’s Elbow This injury is due to overuse, as many youth sports injuries are. Pain around the young athlete’s elbow can come from improper throwing form, but it comes from excessive throwing more often. Rest and stretching exercises

Although it’s best to stay active at any age, many seniors reduce activity as they grow older. Senior Sports Injuries may start to become a problem. Starting a fitness regimen when you’ve been relatively sedentary can be tricky. Injuries are common when you don’t go slowly to build up your stamina and flexibility. Let’s look at some of the most basic injuries that seniors are susceptible to when they make a sudden change to an active lifestyle. Sprains When your ligament becomes torn or stretched, a sprain occurs. Ligaments connect two bones with a band of connective tissue. A sprain