Chronic pain is a common problem that can be difficult to treat. It can be debilitating and significantly impact a person's quality of life. Fortunately, there are several treatment options available. Dry needling is one form of treatment that has been gaining popularity in recent years. Here's what you need to know about it. What Is Dry Needling? Dry needling involves inserting thin needles into the skin at various trigger points. Once inserted, the needles are gently moved around and then ... [Read More]
Archives for October 2022
Carpal Tunnel Hand and Wrist Physical Therapy
Wrist pain can interfere with everything from brushing your teeth to washing your hair, to typing to driving. The pain also tends to be accompanied by weakness in the wrist. These wrist issues can result from different factors, but carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common. If the wrist pain is in its early stages, you have various noninvasive treatment options to help address it – including physical therapy. Let’s talk about what you need to know about carpal tunnel syndrome and ... [Read More]
10 Habits for Improving Your Sports Physical Therapy Experience
Athletes like you are always looking for ways to improve their performance. Whether working on their weaknesses or finding new techniques to enhance their strengths, they want to be at their best. The main goal of sports physical therapy is to get better and better at your sport. Let’s talk about 10 habits you can incorporate into your physical therapy experience, and where you can go in Austin for top-notch sports physical therapy. Habit #1: Set Realistic Goals and Expectations Maintaining ... [Read More]
Physical Therapy for Your Back or Neck
Neck pain and/or back pain is a very common health issue, with an estimated 80% of people experiencing it at some point in their lives. While many things can cause these problems, improper posture is one of the most common reasons for their development. The resulting back pain or neck pain can prevent you from going about your normal routine. Fortunately, physical therapy can help you get your back and neck to be pain-free, and you can even learn how to prevent the pain from occurring ... [Read More]
