The rotator cuff is the special group of muscles and tendons that work with the shoulder capsule, which comprises the ligaments that hold the upper arm bone in the shoulder socket. The rotator cuff can suffer many tiny tears or one large tear, and treatment for this includes rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medication, and physical therapy. If you have relatively minor damage to your rotator cuff, you may only need physical therapy rather than surgery. In a study published in the Journal of ... [Read More]
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Side Effects of Untreated Tendonitis
Tendonitis is the inflammation or irritation of a tendon, which is the tough cord of tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone. The inflammation can affect any tendon in the body, but it most frequently affects the tendons in the knees, elbows, shoulders, wrists, and heels. Tendonitis can be a painful joint condition, and without proper treatment it can worsen and lead to chronic complications. Tendonitis can often be treated successfully with nonsurgical treatments, such as resting the area ... [Read More]
5 Tips My Physical Therapist Gave Me to Protect My Back
Your back is one of the most important parts of your body. It enables you to sit, stand, walk, run, twist, and move in an upright or straight position. It also houses your spinal cord, which communicates sensory and movement messages between your brain and the nerves throughout your body. With so much relying on your back, an injury can be particularly detrimental. That is why it is imperative to keep your back strong and healthy. Here are five tips from physical therapists on how to ... [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]
