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 […]
Hamstring injuries are widespread in today’s active society, and we at Action Physical Therapy are here to get you back on your feet and back out into the world. Champions and competitors of various sports and activities have come to us for treatment and have been able to return to competition just as strong as […]
Women’s Health and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is a highly specialized area of Physical Therapy that requires advanced and substantial additional training for a physical therapist in this niche discipline. Less than one percent of all physical therapists specialize in pelvic floor dysfunction. This is a new direction in physical therapy that is becoming increasingly […]
An article published in the American Family Physician Journal on Chronic Shoulder Pain emphasized the value of physical therapy that focuses on specific diagnoses. According to statistics, an estimated 20% of the population will suffer from shoulder pain during their lifetime. Also, shoulder pain is the second most common musculoskeletal problem after low back pain. […]
The ankle is the most common site of sprains in the human body. An ankle sprain can occur when you least expect it. It is most likely to occur after a sudden, unnatural twisting of the foot, which results in a ligament tear. An injury like this affects every aspect of your daily life, most […]
An appointment with a physical therapist is an excellent step towards improved function and injury prevention. To make the best use of your time, please use the following guidelines: Wear comfortable clothes. During your initial evaluation, jeans or long sleeves are not advisable since the therapist may need to evaluate your joint stability. Make sure […]
We live in a world of information and technology. People of all ages and backgrounds are clicking away on Blackberry, PDAs, or iPhones. These phones are instrumental in helping us manage a calendar, surf the web, check email and text. But there is something no one is talking about. Using your phone too much can […]
