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Tendonitis vs. Tendinosis: How to Treat

Tendon pain can be confusing and frustrating, especially when you’re trying to understand a diagnosis or are doing research online. Two terms commonly thrown around are “tendonitis” (or “tendinitis”) and...

What is IASTM?

When most people think of physical therapy, they often picture a post-surgery rehabilitation process with weekly appointments where you stretch and push your healing limbs to the limit. But physical...

Why Do I Feel Pain When Bending and Straightening my Elbow?

Elbow pain can feel like a minor inconvenience, but when tasks like carrying groceries, typing on a keyboard, or even brushing your teeth become uncomfortable, it can have a real...

Does Physical Therapy Help With Parkinson’s Disease?

Facing a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease can feel overwhelming for patients and their caregivers alike. The effects of the disease will almost certainly impact daily life, making once-simple activities feel...

What Is This Sharp Pain in My Hip?

Our hips support much of the body’s movement and balance, so when something is “off” in this area, it can significantly disrupt daily life. Fortunately, even if you’ve been dealing...

6 common injuries in hockey that can be prevented

Hockey is notorious for being a high-impact sport. Gliding across the ice on skates, players can reach high speeds very quickly. The maneuvers it takes to come to a stop...

Severe lower back pain: Causes and treatments

Lower back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. Most people will experience it at least once in their life, and there are many possible causes. Fortunately, there’s...

9 physical therapy exercises that can improve neck pain

Neck pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. It can be caused by poor posture, muscle strain, injuries or underlying medical conditions. Occasionally,...

Is cracking your neck bad for you? 7 things to know about neck cracking

You’ve probably cracked your neck many times throughout your life. While some people do it purposefully to help neck pain, others may do it by accident while turning in a...