A patient can participate in physical therapy to improve a wide range of health conditions, and it is also a critical part of making a full recovery from surgery. Our bodies were made to move, and physical therapists (PTs) can help you heal and get stronger through gentle, focused exercises. If you are going to participate in a physical therapy program, you may be wondering what to expect, and how long it should last. Truthfully, there is no single answer – many factors influence the duration ... [Read More]
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Dry-Needling Therapy for Common Conditions
Dry needling is a type of alternative treatment for pain relief. It is also called trigger-point dry needling, since the hair-thin needles are inserted into trigger points – which are sensitive spots in a muscle that are tender to the touch. Muscles can become tight and knotted, and this causes pain. Dry needling is one of the most effective holistic, nonmedicinal treatments available today that can relax tight muscles, ease pain, and improve muscle movement. Many health conditions can ... [Read More]
The Benefits of Seeing a Physical Therapist for Help with Pain Relief
Working with a physical therapist is one of your best bets when you’re experiencing pain due to a musculoskeletal injury or a chronic condition like arthritis. As experts in body movement and function, physical therapists don’t just tell patients to pop a pill or sleep away their pain—they tackle it at its source. In this blog, we are going to delve into the benefits of seeing a physical therapist for anyone wanting to successfully manage or even conquer their pain without surgery or heavy ... [Read More]
Hip Pain: Dry Needling Versus Cortisone Injections
If you are suffering from hip pain and have been diagnosed with hip bursitis or tendonitis, you may want to consider other treatment options before committing to steroid injections. What is Bursitis? Bursitis refers to inflammation of the bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that provides cushioning between tendons and/or bones around your joints. Although it is a common diagnosis, hip bursitis is an often inaccurate term used in the medical field. The majority of cases described as hip ... [Read More]
Physical Therapy: The Power of Movement
Regardless of what stage you’re at in life, your physical and mental abilities, overall health, and quality of life hinge on one fundamental component—movement. Daily and consistent movement boosts the strength of your muscles, promotes blood circulation, strengthens your joints and bones, improves your coordination and reflexes, and enhances your mental well-being, among many other important benefits. At Endeavor Physical Therapy, we are highly committed to helping people move better— ... [Read More]
