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Elbow pain and tendinitis can be debilitating, affecting our daily activities and limiting our range of motion. Whether it’s the result of overuse, injury, or a medical condition, finding effective relief becomes a top priority. Physical therapy emerges as a beacon of hope, offering a holistic approach to address not just the symptoms, but also […]
Water, the elixir of life, is often overlooked in our daily pursuits. Proper hydration is the cornerstone of good health, impacting everything from energy levels to skin radiance. As we navigate our busy lives, it’s crucial to understand the significance of staying adequately hydrated and how it can transform our well-being. The Importance of Proper […]
Back, pelvic pain, and even sciatica, are common occurrences in pregnancy, affecting an estimated 50-80% of pregnant women. What isn’t common, is a referral to physical therapy for it. Back and pelvic pain during pregnancy are both treatable with physical therapy. During pregnancy, hormones increase the looseness of the joints and decrease the effectiveness of […]
The answer is often. Headaches are complex and can have many causes. Physical therapy can address the things that contribute to headaches, such as tight muscles, poor posture, effects of whiplash, jaw issues, even how you move your head. There are people who talk with their hands – and believe it or not – there […]
In this newer age of technology and working from home, more and more people are working on laptops, but they create challenges for keeping your neck and hands in a good position. When using a computer, you want the top of the screen at eye height, while your elbows are bent to 90 degrees and […]
Medical imaging allows us to look at the integrity of many tissues in the body, but does learning about what’s fraying or degenerating help you? Not necessarily. Research demonstrates that many “scary” sounding conditions like bulging discs, herniated discs, and labral tears are commonly found in people with no pain. They are a normal part […]
Short answer: you can decrease your pain and avoid surgery. Joint protection is a crucial aspect of maintaining joint health and reducing pain. Our joints play a vital role in facilitating movement and supporting the weight of our bodies. However, factors such as aging, injury, repetitive motions, and certain medical conditions […]
May is national arthritis month. Arthritis may seem relatively benign - everyone knows someone who has arthritis, but here are some numbers that help put the problem of arthritis into perspective: Arthritis is the leading cause of disability Arthritis affects one in five adults and 300,000 children One third of working-age […]
Just a casual look at women's dress shoes immediately leads one to suspect that maybe we would be better off without shoes. Through the 80s, my wife was always anxious to get out of her office high heels as soon as possible. Obviously, the human foot was not created to walk on a 3-inch pedestal. […]
The short version: Ones that don't hurt. The long version: The reality is, for the most part, it's not WHAT exercises but HOW they exercise. People with joint hypermobility (JHM), Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), or other connective tissue disorders struggle to find a balance between being able to exercise and not […]
