You know how limiting chronic pain can be if you live with it. Fortunately, you can reduce your discomfort while also raising your energy levels by making a few simple lifestyle modifications. When you combine these exercises with your physical therapy treatments, you may help yourself heal from discomfort and achieve the physical goals you’ve … Read more
The majority of individuals feel that in order to stay in shape, they must devote hours each day to working out or going to the gym. This is why so many of us claim that we don’t have time to work out! Exercising and remaining physically fit, on the other hand, does not have to … Read more
Inflammation is a natural defense mechanism that the body employs to keep itself safe and promote recovery. During the inflammatory response, your body produces more white blood cells. Chronic pain and inflammation, on the other hand, can be harmful to one’s health. Inflammation that persists can result in discomfort, swelling, and redness in the affected … Read more
Taking an opioid painkiller for relief when a person has arthritis, especially in a weight-bearing joint like the knee or hip, can be a great temptation. The bad news is that while an opioid can momentarily relieve pain, the patient’s bones continue to grind together, exacerbating the underlying source of the problem. That’s before you … Read more
Have you ever heard of physical therapy? If you’re in need of it, there are tons of ways your body may be trying to tell you! Physical therapy isn’t just for rehabilitation or athletes in training. There are many reasons why a person might need the assistance of a physical therapist. There are five basic … Read more
It’s no secret that physical therapy helps you heal faster after an injury or surgery. But what if there was a method to avoid an injury altogether? What if you could speed up your recovery from surgery even before you go under the knife? Pre-hab, also known as preventative rehabilitation, helps patients heal faster after … Read more
Is it possible to increase your total health, wellness, and quality of life with a few simple physical motions? When it comes to stretching, the answer is unmistakably yes. For this reason, stretching exercises are a common part of physical therapy. You might be shocked to see how many different ways stretches can benefit you. … Read more
If you’ve been dealing with hip and knee discomfort for a long time, you may believe it’s permanent. After all, is there any way to gain long-term relief from severe joint pain? You can, and physical therapy is one of the most effective ways to do so! You can reduce – and potentially even eliminate … Read more
If you spend your days hobbling painfully from your bed to your reclining chair and back, the notion of pursuing any kind of vigorous activity may be the furthest thing from your mind. The truth, however, is that getting active can vastly improve your health, your comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life. Keep reading … Read more
You know something is wrong with you, but you’re not sure what it is. Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremities symptoms can suggest a multitude of issues, including a herniated disc or several herniated discs. What are your options if you have a herniated disc? These questions don’t have to add to your physical … Read more
