If there is one thing we know for certain about 2020, it is the fact that many Americans are now working from the comfort and safety of their own home. But is it really all that comfortable and healthy for our bodies? While staying home is helping to slow the spread of the virus, it […]
For years you have been struggling with knee pain and stiffness. Finally, the day has come and you decide to have your knee replaced. While this is a huge decision, the surgery itself is only the first step. Once you awake from your knee replacement surgery, the true rehabilitation begins. Knee Physical Therapy needs to […]
Physical Therapists go through extensive education and training to become movement experts. Despite the positive impact that Physical Therapists can have on your ability to live your best life, the profession and what it entails is not well known, especially to the general public. Let’s bust the top 5 Physical Therapy myths and find out […]
Having back pain does not mean that you need complicated surgeries, expensive injections or medications. In many cases, it can be effectively managed with exercises to decrease the symptoms and improve the muscles' strength and flexibility that support your spine. Staying active while also performing these activities can reduce the stress on your back and […]
Rotator Cuff Tendinitis, a.k.a. Impingement Syndrome Your rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles that move the shoulder joint. It is also responsible for shoulder stability. The rotator cuff tendons pass through the subacromial space, which is a narrow tunnel between the bony projection (acromion) on top of your shoulder and the head of […]
Understanding the Common Causes of Knee Pain Most people, both the young and the old, have experienced knee pain at one point in their lives, either from a sudden injury, overuse, or as a consequence of aging. If you’re an active person engaging in a lot of physical activities or strenuously participating in contact sports, […]
School is in session! So if your kids/grandkids are starting school, you probably want to read this… Is your child wearing a backpack that is too heavy? Is he/she wearing it the wrong way? If so, it can lead to pain and strain in the back. Don’t take this lightly. Back pain in children is […]
It’s estimated that as many as 75% of us will have some form of back or neck pain at some point in our lifetime. The good news is that most of us will recover without the need for surgery—and conservative care such as physical therapy usually gets better results than surgery. A herniated disk is […]
The spinal column supports the body and provides the structural framework for muscles and bones in the trunk region. It is a bony framework that protects the spinal cord, which serves as a communication channel between the brain and the rest of the body. In addition, it serves as an anchor for a network of […]
It’s important to be physically active and avoid injuries at the same time. This is especially important for a ‘weekend warrior.’ Sedentary people need to plan their activities to avoid exercise-related injuries. After all, the human body cannot go from ‘inactive’ mode to ‘weekend warrior’ mode instantly. Exercise intensity must be progressive; otherwise, the risk […]
