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Meniscus 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.
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 MoreImportance of Ankle and Hip Mobility and how Physical Therapy can Help
Squatting is a fundamental movement pattern that we often take for granted. Whether you’re an athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to maintain functional fitness, squatting plays a pivotal role in your daily life. We take for granted how often we squat in everyday life. Getting up and down from the couch, sitting on the toilet, picking something off the ground.
Read MorePhysical Therapy for Rotator Cuff Tears
Shoulder injuries are common occurrences and affect many people at some point in their life. Especially since we use our shoulders in almost all tasks relating from work, to household chores, to working out, and especially in sports. Although there are many injuries and tissues within the shoulder, one of the most common shoulder injuries is a rotator cuff (RTC) tear.
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