Almost every patient who has sustained a bone fracture will see physical therapy included in their treatment plan. And while some lesser fractures may heal naturally with rest and immobilization, others may require multiple surgeries to repair the damage. Whether you have sustained stress fractures from running on hard pavement or a compound fracture that requires surgical attention, here is what you can expect from physical therapy after a fracture. Physical Therapy after a Fracture The goal ... [Read More]
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All About Radial Tunnel Syndrome
The radial nerve is one of the three nerves in the arm responsible for providing motor and sensory functions. The radial arm is long – extending from the top of the arm down through the wrist and hand. When the radial nerve becomes compressed, you can develop radial tunnel syndrome, which impacts the extension of the wrist and fingers, as well as outward rotation of the forearm. You have certainly heard about carpal tunnel syndrome, now learn about the lesser-known but still inconvenient and p ... [Read More]
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Hurting Yourself During Physical Therapy
One of the excuses people often make to avoid having physical therapy (PT) following an injury or surgical procedure is the fear that exerting themselves will only result in further pain and injury. However, that fear is unnecessary for several reasons. Your Physical Therapist Wants to Reduce Your Pain, Not Make It Worse For one thing, the notion that PT (facetiously referred to by some as “pain and torture”!) is going to hurt you is unfounded. A good physical therapist will nev ... [Read More]
