Fall is a great season to play golf, but before you get on the course, you’ll want to make sure you’re playing safely. Preventing potential injury is essential whether you’re an experienced golfer or considering picking up clubs for the first time. […]
Knee pain, especially related to osteoarthritis (OA), is an orthopedic problem commonly seen around the world. Knee OA is a significant public health issue that causes chronic pain and disability. […]
Urinary incontinence (UI) is commonly described as pelvic floor dysfunction or voiding dysfunction such as involuntary loss of urine. The condition can be very stressful and affect many aspects of someone’s life. Senior citizens often come to mind when discussing incontinence, but the problem affects people of all ages. [...]
Here at SetPT DC, we see a lot of runners. Though almost anyone can participate in the sport whether they’re an athlete or not, performing the right exercises is essential to prevent running injuries. […]
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is an autonomic nervous system disorder affecting millions of people throughout the U.S. and worldwide. While the disease doesn’t discriminate based on age or gender, it is commonly reported in female patients who are in a fertile age range. […]
Most people want their time in physical therapy to be quick and efficient, and who can blame them? Not being able to go about your daily tasks or enjoy your normal activities can be very frustrating. Going into physical therapy with the right mindset and set of tools will help make [...]
Do you like to get your day started with a morning run? Perhaps you enjoy running in the afternoon for a midday pick-me-up, or maybe you prefer going for a run to clear your mind after a hard day at the office […]
As can be the case with any athlete, dancers are susceptible to a wide range of injuries. While specific types of dances put you more at risk for traumatic injuries, it’s also normal for injury to develop in less physically straining movements due to the repetitive nature of dance. [...]
Many people have heard of the pelvic floor but aren’t really sure what it is. […]
Sometimes it’s hard to know just when to ask for help. Should you visit a physical therapist as soon as you experience pain during activity or should you wait till after a few weeks if the pain hasn’t subsided? […]
