Flip flops are a great summer footwear choice for many people. They are perfect for beaches, pools, and other outdoor places. But they are not always the best choice. When you wear them, the arch of your foot is not supported. This can lead to foot pain. You might be wondering: can I still wear … Read more
Chronic back pain is one of the most common reasons patients come to see our physical therapist. In fact, it’s the most common cause of pain in the United States. Back pain can be caused by a variety of medical disorders, but herniated discs are the most common cause. It is estimated that about 60-80% … Read more
Understanding the Benefits of Physical Therapy – Both Before and After Surgical Procedures It’s a wise idea to work with a physical therapist both before and after surgery. Working with a physical therapist prior to your operation — sometimes referred to as “prehab” – can help you to prepare emotionally and physically for the surgery. … Read more
Physical therapy isn’t only helpful after surgery! Surgery can be extremely stressful and traumatic for your body to go through, therefore, it’s normally only done when there are absolutely no other options available. If a surgery is in your near future, you’ve probably already discussed a post-operative physical therapy appointment with your doctor. It’s extremely … Read more
Are You Looking to Improve the Results of Your Surgery? “Prehab” PT Can Help Practicing with a physical therapist before your operation– sometimes referred to as “prehab,” — can help you mentally and physically prepare your body for the stress of undergoing a major surgery, and is a very wise decision for your health. Most … Read more
Have You Been Looking for a Drug-Free, Natural Solution to Chronic Pain? Do you feel anxious or unnerved by the idea of relying solely on drugs for pain management for the foreseeable future? If so, those worries and fears are completely valid, especially if the drugs in question are opioids. After trying NSAIDs or steroids … Read more
The Natural, Long-Lasting Solution to Chronic Hip And Knee Pain As two of the largest joints in the human body, your hips and knees play a huge role in supporting your body’s weight and guaranteeing mobility. However, as many Americans know, hip and knee pain is remarkably common. In fact, according to a study by … Read more
Have you had dizziness that you couldn’t explain? Dizziness problems can happen when you least expect it. One moment you could be walking, and the next moment you could feel like everything is spinning! Unfortunately, many of our patients assumed that it would be a “once in a while” problem that would just “take care … Read more
Let the great dig out BEGIN! With winter storm Orlena dropping upwards of 20 inches of heavy snow in our area, back pain can quickly take hold as we start to dig out of this mess.
If you keep these tips in mind, hopefully you’ll be able to prevent extensive back problems from snow removal.
Your Sleeping Situation Impacts Your Health More Than You Might Think Imagine gently waking up after 8 hours of sleep. You should feel rested and ready to start your day, right? But when you move to sit up you are suddenly struck with an intense backache. Pain in your shoulders and neck quickly follows as … Read more
