Getting involved in sports comes with a gamut of health benefits, but one of its major drawbacks is that it makes you highly susceptible to injuries, which can dash your ability to perform and your hopes of reaching your full athletic potential. If you are an athlete and want to constantly stay on top of your game, it pays to consider visiting a physical therapy clinic—even without an injury. Here are a few of the exact reasons why: Enhanced Athletic Performance Physical therapists use ... [Read More]
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When to Seek Physical Therapy for Neck Pain
The expression “a pain in the neck” is a common expression because neck pain is very common indeed. To treat neck pain, we know that resting the area and generally not putting the same types or amounts of pressure on the neck and the head area will alleviate the pain. Many times, we simply slept in an awkward position – and so the neck pain lasts for several days and then disappears. However, if your neck pain is becoming debilitating and is lasting for more than a week, it’s best to turn to ... [Read More]
Can Lower Back Pain Be A Sign Of Cancer
Lower back pain is a familiar sensation for most people; however, having persistent pain can reveal something about your health. It can even be a sign of cancer. However, before you worry too much, lower back pain is a very common issue that millions of people suffer from. There are a variety of reasons for it, just one of which is cancer. In this blog, we will explore the possible ways lower back pain can be a sign of cancer. Talk to your doctor about your pain to find the cause of ... [Read More]
How Can Orthopedic Physical Therapy Help Me Heal From A Herniated Disc?
Are you suffering from pain, numbness, or weakness along your arm or leg? These symptoms could be from a variety of medical conditions, such as a herniated disc, which is characterized by a slipped vertebrae. Physical therapy can help alleviate discomfort from a herniated disc. Healing from a herniated disc may take time and effort. Going to orthopedic physical therapy is the first step to healing properly. Herniated Discs And Orthopedic Physical Therapy The spine is a complex structure ... [Read More]
How Can Physical Therapy Be Optimized to Treat a Workman’s Comp Patient?
When it comes to the workplace – even if you’re working from home – orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal problems can happen. Whether you’re in a physically demanding profession or in a desk job, you may need to perform certain repetitive motions or high-impact movements that put stress and pressure on your muscles and joints. It can even cause a workplace injury. Your employer needs to provide medical benefits and compensate you for injuries you incurred while working. Ask your manager or ... [Read More]
