Summer is a great time to get out and experience the variety of activities that Washington D.C. has to offer. From hiking and swimming to flying through the air, here are our five favorite activities to get active around D.C. this summer! […]
As you probably already know, summer in Atlanta brings heat and humidity. But you don’t have to let that stop you from staying active! This city is known for its social sports scene, as well as its expansive parks and recreational sites. Here is a list of the top four [...]
While many NYers head to the Hamptons or Jersey Shore for the summer, there are still some great local summer activities in NYC that you won’t want to miss – and many for free!So, get out and try something new in NYC this summer. […]
Physical Therapists examine and treat people who have conditions affecting an individual’s ability to move freely and without pain. The conditions they can help address include a broad range of symptoms, such as back pain, neck pain, osteoporosis, developmental disabilities, carpal tunnel syndrome, and countless more. Benefits of physical therapy [...]
The Sacroiliac (SI) Joint is a synovial plane joint, located between the base of the spine (sacrum) and one of three bones that make up your pelvic bowl, the ilium. Within the healthcare community, the sacroiliac joint has caused much disruption on its function, how much motion (if any) occurs [...]
Magnetic resonance imaging, MRI, is widely used in musculoskeletal practice. However, when a medical professional considers ordering an MRI for a musculoskeletal injury, the image is utilized to assist in providing a piece of information after a comprehensive examination has been conducted. This includes the examiner looking above and below the area of symptoms [...]
Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) is an area that can become painful and problematic for a lot of people. As its name implies, the SIJ is located where the bottom of the spine (sacrum) meets the back of the pelvis (ilium). When this joint becomes stiff (hypomobile) or too loose (hypermobile), it [...]
Computed tomography scans, or CT scans, can be a useful diagnostic tool. They use x-ray technology to take multiple, layered images of organs, soft tissue structures, the brain, and other internal structures. A CT scan may be ordered after an examination to look for areas of trauma or internal bleeding, [...]
Ultrasound is frequently used to assess the shoulder. In studies, it has been found to be as accurate as magnetic resonance imaging in the detection of rotator cuff tear. (1) A systematic review including over 60 studies and 6000 shoulders found diagnostic ultrasound for the shoulder had good sensitivity and [...]
During pregnancy have you ever thought about having a natural delivery? There’s a reason it’s called ‘labor!’ Having a baby is physically taxing and requires tremendous work. Many women who want to experience the labor and delivery of their child without the assistance of pain medication may wonder if there [...]
