Posts Tagged ‘physical therapy’
Injuries in Running: Importance of Running Analysis for Avoiding Injuries
Runners, whether seasoned athletes or weekend warriors, often face the risk of injuries as they place stress on their joints and muscles as they complete high-level activity. The nature of running includes the high impact and repetitive pounding on the lower extremity joints. This can lead to various issues, from minor strains of muscles, to joint degeneration, or other severe conditions that require extensive rehabilitation and time off from the sport.
Read MoreSports Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Athletes push their bodies to the limits during competitive performances. While our bodies are being physically tested and the boundaries are being tested to produce our best performance, sometimes, there is a risk of injury. The higher the intensity of the activity, the higher the chance of injury. If our tissues are not ready for the requirements that get placed on them during these physical tasks, there is a chance that a muscle, ligament, tendon, bone or other injury occurs.
Read MoreHerniated Discs and How to Fix
Herniated discs are a common, yet challenging issue that many people experience, leading to significant discomfort and impacting your daily activities. The spine consists of vertebrae cushioned by these intervertebral discs that serve as padding and shock absorption. When these discs are herniated, their soft, gel-like cushion pushes exteriorly through structures in the posterior side of the spine.
Read MoreMeniscus Injuries and Physical Therapy
The meniscus is cartilage located between the femur and tibia, which are two primary bones that make up the knee joint. The meniscus adds stability to the knee and acts as a shock absorber. Meniscus injuries are a serious problem that can cause pain, swelling, and limited mobility. Injuries can occur due to slipping/falling and/or quick changes in direction with pivoting, especially when the foot is planted.
Read MoreCan Physical Therapy Help My Chronic Pain?
Living with chronic pain can be challenging, as it affects many aspects of life. Physical therapy helps to decrease pain via manual therapy and exercise. However, it also helps to change how pain is processed in both the peripheral and central nervous system (i.e. brain and spinal cord) so that patients can experience a significant improvement in quality of life.
Read MoreJaw Pain, What is it and How can Physical Therapy FIX it?
If you have pain in your jaw or feel clicking and catching when you are opening your mouth, or when you are chewing, or have pain in your face and around your ear, you may have a condition called Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD). Keep reading to see if you have TMD and learn how physical therapy can help you!
Read MoreAnkle Mobility
Joint mobility and stability impairments in the ankles are common in active individuals. They are also more likely to occur in individuals who have suffered from ankle sprains and other effects of forces that have damaged connective tissue such as sprains and overuse injuries. Due to the severity of the damaged tissues having a physical therapist assess your ankle for any joint limitations is imperative for your overall wellness.
Read MoreWhat is Hip Mobility?
You may have heard the term hip mobility tossed around a few times, but what exactly is it? First, we must define mobility before we talk about a specific joint. Mobility and Flexibility often get used interchangeably however this couldn’t be further from the truth. Flexibility is the amount of movement possible through the joint’s range of motion. Mobility is the strength in that range of motion. So mobility can be thought of as strength and flexibility combined.
Read MoreHow 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.
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