Living a busy, active lifestyle can be draining and can cause everyday aches and pains. But for the one in five Americans who suffer from arthritis, even the smallest task can be disruptive and painful. There are more than 100 kinds of arthritis, the most common being osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia, and gout. And while each shares similarities, there is no simple cause to why people get arthritis. Still, there are common risk factors that may make one ... [Read More]
Knee Injuries
How Can Physical Therapy Help You Heal from Meniscal Tears?
Meniscal tears are a fairly common injury that affects the cartilage in the knee. The knee is one of the most mobile joints in the human musculoskeletal system, and handles tons and tons of pressure across a lifetime. As you could imagine, the knee is extremely prone to injury. Knee pain and injury from a torn meniscus is common among athletes, but also for those who enjoy being active in recreational activities. It can also develop over time from normal wear and tear, aging, or having an ... [Read More]
