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How Can Limited Thoracic Mobility Affect My Low Back and Shoulder Pain
Many of us spend long hours sitting at desks or hunched over looking at a screen which can lead to stiffness and restrictions in the thoracic spine. Poor posture and these prolonged times in compromised positions for our back lead to increased stiffness and lack of movement in the spine. When this part of the spine doesn’t move as freely as it should, it can cause discomfort not just in the upper back but also in the shoulder and the low back.
Read MoreFixing My Low Back Pain With Physical Therapy
Low back pain (LBP) commonly affects the muscles, ligaments, and spinal segments. It can result from various issues including strains of the muscles, herniated discs or degenerative changes due to aging or common wear and tear. This pain often interferes with activities of daily living such as standing, sitting, completing transfers or lifting objects. If not addressed, the problem can progressively worsen and lead to decreased strength and mobility, decreased independence, decreased participation in activities you enjoy, and decreased quality of life.
Read More“TECH NECK” – 5 Exercises to Help Combat Chronic Neck Pain
TECH neck is a modern age term used to describe chronic neck pain caused by excessive TEXTing on mobile devices. The term has been broadened to include tablets and computers, and can also be related to driving, reading, and watching TV. In today’s society, we have developed sedentary habits driven by electronic devices that are contributing to a global epidemic.
Read MoreHow to Treat a Concussion
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that occurs when there is trauma to the head, leading to a rapid acceleration and deceleration of the brain within the skull. This mechanism, often referred to as coup-contrecoup or shearing injury, can disrupt the delicate structures of the brain. While direct impacts to the head, face, or neck are common causes, concussions can also result from whiplash or even exposure to explosions
Read MoreAre you Suffering from Lateral Epicondylitis?
Lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow, is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation of the tendons that attach to the lateral epicondyle of the elbow. Despite its name, tennis elbow can occur in people who don’t play tennis. It is a repetitive strain injury that often affects individuals who engage in repetitive and forceful gripping or wrist extension activities.
Read MoreTrochanteric Bursitis and PT
Trochanteric bursitis is a condition where the bursa (a cushioning pad) near the side of the hip becomes inflamed. It causes pain and discomfort on the side of the hip, making it difficult to perform daily duties or any of your normal hobbies and activities. The good news is that physical therapy offers effective treatment options to manage trochanteric bursitis symptoms and promote healing.
Read MoreStrength Training in Physical Therapy
Strength training is an essential part of your physical therapy treatment that can help you recover your strength, prevent injuries, and enhance your overall physical function. If you’re undergoing physical therapy, it’s important to understand how strength training can improve your condition.
Read MorePhysical Therapy: Importance of Consistency
When it comes to physical therapy, consistency is the secret ingredient that can make all the difference in your journey to recovery. Whether you’re rehabilitating from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking to improve your overall physical well-being, staying consistent with your physical therapy program is of the utmost importance.
Read MoreFibrosis: How to Get Rid of It In Your Muscles
Do you ever get gnawing pain that you just don’t seem able to eliminate for good? Usually constant and focused in the same spot that makes you want to massage it, or get a lacrosse ball or a foam roller and roll for hours? You may have fibrotic changes in your muscle which is leading to ischemic compression, causing a lack of delivery in oxygen to the tissue leading to a constant feeling of tightness and discomfort.
Read MorePhysical Therapy for Hip Pain
Are you having pain with walking, running or jumping? Do you notice deep aching groin pain? Difficulty or pain turning your leg in and out? Difficulty or pain sitting or bending forward? Hip pain and injuries are common, especially in sports that include running and jumping. Our hip joints take a lot of impact during these types of activities and it’s important to have healthy hip joints to stay active.
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