We have the following blog posts written about all forms of pain and ways to alleviate pain through exercise, proper movement and physical therapy.
Walking aids are helpful for patients who have chronic problems, including hip and knee arthritis, as well as those who have acute injuries, such as ankle sprains and leg fractures. It is important to find which aid will best suit your particular situation.
Low back pain is the most common diagnosis seen in physical therapy clinics, affects 85-90% of Americans, and is the second leading cause of visits to a doctor. So, considering all of that I think it is important for you to be educated.
I am sure that you are well aware that the barefoot running shoes have received a lot of attention in the media over the past few years – but despite the attention only 25%-30% of runners have reported using minimalist footwear regularly.
Improper lifting is a major cause neck, shoulder and back pain – and possibly lead to more serious injuries.
In an earlier post I talked in detail about avoiding pain and injury in the workplace, and after some feedback I decided that I should share some simple tips to help you
Think back to when you where a child and I am sure you can hear your parents telling you to “stop slouching” or to “sit up straight”.
One of the most important things that healthy active individuals need to know is the proper use of ice and heat when dealing with sports injuries – or simply to help elevate pain. I thought it would be beneficial to explain the difference so that when in need you will choose the right one.
For those of you who work in an office and spend the majority of your work day sitting at a desk I thought it would be good to share some tips to avoid aches, pain and injury.
Every day thousands of people benefit from physical therapy – they reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and thus are able to stay happy, healthy and active throughout their lifetime. As a physical therapist I have spoken to many people about what I do, and have discovered some myths that circulate about what I do.
