Tendonitis is a painful condition that affects the tendons, which are the bands that connect human muscles to bones. Tendons are flexible, fibrous, rope-like tissue which allows flexibility of movement. Tendonitis occurs when the tendons become inflamed. Inflammation might occur as a result of an injury or irritation. Also, a tear in the tendon – even a tiny one – can result in painful tendonitis. The affected area may appear swollen, may be warm to the touch, and can ev ... [Read More]
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How a Workers’ Compensation Program Can Reduce Recovery Time
Whether you have suffered an accident while on the job or have experienced an injury as a direct result of your employment, you could benefit greatly from aid provided by a Workers’ (also called workman’s) compensation program. Any business, no matter the industry or the level of skill, is required to provide a standard of benefits in the event that their employees might get hurt on the job. While it’s no secret that this is beneficial to their employees, establishing a workers’ compensation prog ... [Read More]
The Trap of Leaving Physical Therapy Treatment Too Early
After a setback leaves you unable to carry on your daily routine as you did before, your doctor may send you to physical therapy. Physical therapy aims to help you return to the routine you enjoyed before you suffered an injury or illness. It can literally be a lifesaver, restoring your ability to dress, move, drive, and live without pain. A deceptive trap of physical therapy is that when it starts to work, you may feel as if you are ready to end therapy, whether or not you have completed your ... [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]
What to Expect During Your First Physical Therapy Appointment
If you have been injured in an accident, or have pain from arthritis or other condition, your doctor may recommend physical therapy (PT). Physical therapists will help relieve your pain and restore movement in your body. If you’ve never seen a physical therapist before, here is an idea of what to expect. Whether physical therapy is your whole treatment plan or will be part of a plan involving medication or surgery, your physical therapist will discuss your treatment goals and come up with a s ... [Read More]
