Chronic pain is an unfortunate part of the lives of roughly 50 million American adults, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Unlike acute pain, chronic pain can have a heavy physical and emotional toll if it remains unaddressed. Conservative treatments are often used to relieve this type of pain. However, when these prove to be insufficient, your doctor may recommend alternative methods, such as dry needling. Dry needling is a pain management and physical ... [Read More]
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Physical Therapy During the COVID-19 Pandemic
If you have been told by a healthcare professional that you need to have physical therapy now, you may have some safety concerns. Are you really able to successfully protect yourself against potential exposure to COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) during physical therapy sessions, when the therapist will be touching you and talking to you? The answer is yes. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) has published guidelines for how therapists are to safely conduct physical therapy ... [Read More]
Visiting a Physical Therapy Clinic After Intensive Care
We may not realize it, but extended stays in an ICU can cause some unique health problems. Lying motionless for too long may cause stiffness in your muscles, joints, and bones. After a stay in an ICU stay, some patients find it difficult to return to their regular physical activities. They may experience weakness, muscle stiffness, and poor muscle coordination, to name a few. This is why you should visit a physical therapy clinic after staying in intensive care. Possible Complications of ... [Read More]
How Physical Therapy Can Relieve Knee Pain
Do you feel pain in your knee joints from an injury or an underlying condition? If knee pain starts disrupting your daily routine and limiting your mobility, you need to consult an orthopedic doctor. An orthopedist will prescribe a treatment plan that may include medication, lifestyle changes, and other treatments to alleviate your knee pain. In addition to medication and lifestyle changes, your healthcare provider may recommend physical therapy for knee pain relief. Let’s talk about how ... [Read More]
Treatments of Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is a great way to recover from a chronic condition, surgery, or injury. In many cases, physical therapy can help slow down the deterioration of body parts, such as the joints. It can help restore your strength, range of motion, and overall function. This is why it is often included in treatment plans for those who have chronic musculoskeletal conditions (such as arthritis), before and after surgery, and after suffering an injury. Below are some of the many physical therapy ... [Read More]
