Dizziness and vertigo are common issues that lead patients to seek medical care. Dizziness can be caused by a myriad of things, including a change in medication or improper glasses prescription, but vertigo is usually a little more specific. Whether it’s caused by issues with your cervical
Read more →If you are currently recovering from an injury or have already completed your physical therapy, you might be wondering what the next step is. Many patients assume that completing physical therapy means that they are good to jump back into the rigors of their old workout routine,
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Maybe you or someone you know has had physical therapy – perhaps for a shoulder injury, or a knee replacement, or even a stroke. If so, when you think of therapy, you probably think of doing repetitions and sets of certain exercises, lifting weights, pulling on colorful
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Wondering what to do about your painful knees or hips? While joint replacement surgery has become an increasingly popular option, nonsurgical options should always be tried first. It is only after such a treatment plan fails should surgery be considered. Because hips and knees are weight bearing joints, weight loss
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More and more therapists are using laser therapy to help reduce pain and inflammation related to many common conditions. Sometimes you’ll hear it called Deep Tissue Laser Therapy and sometimes Cold Laser Therapy, but both terms are just descriptors for one of the gentlest, yet effective, treatments
Read more →ACL tears are one of the most common injuries incurred by athletes and people who engage in physical activities. Injuring your knee and tearing your ACL can impair your ability to stand, walk, and fulfill your daily routines or favorite activities. Physical therapy treatments can effectively relieve
Read more →One out of every three adults age 65 and older falls each year, causing some seniors to lose their independence or develop more serious medical conditions. If you are a senior, it’s important you take steps to prevent falls and improve your personal safety. Physical therapists, who
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What is Dry Needling? Dry needling is a technique that physical therapists use for the treatment of pain and movement impairments. It involves a very thin needle being pushed through the skin to stimulate a trigger point. The goal is to release tightened muscles that are associated
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Back and neck pain are common complaints amongst Americans. Sometimes the issue is caused by seemingly minor things: sleeping in an odd position, too many hours sitting in front of the computer, temporary emotional stress, or even wearing unsupportive shoes. Other times there is a more obvious
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The pain from a shoulder injury can interfere with everyday activities, such as reaching up to a high shelf, pulling on a coat, or lifting heavy objects. When mobility is impaired that we realize what a huge impact its loss has on daily life. Your shoulder is made up
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