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]
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How Can a Physical Therapist Help You with Arthritis?
Arthritis can be a never-ending vicious cycle if you don’t put in the time and effort to stay ahead of the nasty effects. While arthritis can’t be cured, consulting a physical therapist can help you change your lifestyle and learn new tips and tricks that can help you cope with your arthritis pain and ideally live a normal life unencumbered by joint pain. The biggest issue with arthritis is that the pain within your joints can start to affect your quality of life, which can start to dictate yo ... [Read More]
The Benefits of Physical Therapy and Movement for the Body
30,000 BCE marked the beginning of the stone age, which was known as the first period of prehistoric human culture in the evolution of mankind. This time period was very much survival of the fittest, meaning you were either a predator or prey, which meant that you had to hunt and protect yourself at all costs, and the best man standing won. Back then, humans lived in caves and jungles, and were responsible for protecting themselves, catching and gathering food, and making tools. Quite simply, ... [Read More]
Staying Motivated During Physical Therapy
Whether you have been in an accident, are recovering from surgery, or hoping to minimize an injury, there is a good chance that your physician will recommend physical therapy at some point in your life. For a sidelined athlete or someone who was injured on the job, physical therapy may be seen as a first step to reclaiming the essence of who they are. For others, physical therapy sessions can feel like descending into a torture chamber. How can a similar experience be perceived so d ... [Read More]
What My Physical Therapist Told Me About Lifting
Lifting is a daily activity that one can simply not get away from, and performs without thinking - whether in the home, workplace, sports or recreational environments. It is hard to imagine that such a simple daily activity can be hazardous to your health, but it can. Improper or frequent heavy lifting is responsible for most back and sciatica problems. It can also aggravate any existing problems. A physical therapist (PT) is the best person to consult and get advice from about proper and ... [Read More]
