Have you ever had a headache that you can’t seem to get rid of or perhaps had one brought on at work after sitting for long periods? If your daily life is affected by the pain of chronic headaches, you may be interested to learn that persistent headaches can be [...]
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS or hypermobility syndrome) is a genetic disorder that affects the connective tissues in the body. In the past, we shared an informational post on EDS, and today we’re highlighting how physical therapy can help patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. […]
Is pain on the outside of your hip getting in the way of your usual day-to-day activities like walking, exercising or sleeping? If you answered yes, you are not alone. […]
Post-surgery physical therapy isn’t always considered a priority. After all, if you fixed the problem with surgery, why is more treatment required? […]
My whole life I have been what I jokingly call “calf challenged.” As an ice skater, I not only developed well-defined legs, but as a jumper, I also strengthened my calves. This was not genetic, as no one else in my family had large calves and once my figure skating [...]
While we’re obviously big fans of physical therapy, we recognize that most people don’t want to remain in treatment forever. The ultimate goal of any course of PT is to get back to doing all your favorite things and regular activities without any pain or limitations. However, it can be [...]
When you think of physical therapy, what sort of image comes to mind? Is it one or two therapists scrambling to care for multiple patients at once? Perhaps you picture a crowded gym with rubber bands flying, weight machines slamming, and a singular physical therapist shouting exercise instructions like “shoulders [...]
Pain is a complex feeling and concept. For most people, pain is a warning sign; their body’s way of telling them to stop and help protect them against an injury. In many cases, this is an accurate response to a sudden and unusual feeling of discomfort. But what does it [...]
No matter the sport, all athletes need dedication, determination, and perseverance to be successful. They need a certain level of motivation to overcome the adversity faced along the way. […]
Posture is the alignment of your body parts to one another at any given moment. The function is dynamic and must be controlled through appropriate arrangement when sitting, standing, walking, and other activities. […]
