More than 50 million Americans suffer some form of arthritis, a debilitating inflammatory disease of the joints that can affect anyone at any age. There are a number of different kinds of arthritis – more than 100 in all – with the most common being osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, there are some conditions, like fibromyalgia and restless leg syndrome, which often mimic arthritis. To avoid any confusion, here are some early signs and symptoms of the most common forms of ... [Read More]
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What is dry needling?
Millions of Americans suffer from chronic pain such as sciatica, knee pain, plantar fasciitis, and muscle aches, just to name a few. Finding relief for chronic pain is something almost every person suffering hopes and dreams of. For more and more sufferers from chronic pain, relief comes in the form of a procedure called dry needling. You’ve probably heard of acupuncture to treat pain, but you may never have heard of dry needling, a technique used by physical therapists to treat neuromuscular ... [Read More]
What Are the Different Causes of Arthritis?
Living a busy, active lifestyle can be draining and can cause everyday aches and pains. But for the one in five Americans who suffer from arthritis, even the smallest task can be disruptive and painful. There are more than 100 kinds of arthritis, the most common being osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia, and gout. And while each shares similarities, there is no simple cause to why people get arthritis. Still, there are common risk factors that may make one ... [Read More]
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Hurting Yourself During Physical Therapy
One of the excuses people often make to avoid having physical therapy (PT) following an injury or surgical procedure is the fear that exerting themselves will only result in further pain and injury. However, that fear is unnecessary for several reasons. Your Physical Therapist Wants to Reduce Your Pain, Not Make It Worse For one thing, the notion that PT (facetiously referred to by some as “pain and torture”!) is going to hurt you is unfounded. A good physical therapist will nev ... [Read More]
Why You May Need Physical Therapy for Back Pain: More than Just a New Mattress
If you suffer from an aching back, you are not alone: according to the National Institutes of Health, back pain is one of the most common medical problems in the United States. Although a lumpy, unsupportive mattress can lead to back stiffness and pain, you may need more than just a new mattress to get your back on track. Back pain basics Back pain is generally categorized as upper or lower back pain. Lower back pain is by far the most common, occurring most often in mature and older ... [Read More]
