Are you experiencing throbbing knee pain? Persistent discomfort around the knee can significantly affect your daily life and mobility. Like other symptoms, knee pain does not typically arise spontaneously. There are many different underlying conditions that can lead to pain in the knee. Besides chronic health conditions, injuries are one
You’ve landed an interview for what you hope is your dream job as a physical therapist. Now what? No matter where you are in your career, you may find the questions below as a way to be ready for or brush up on your interview questions. Included with the questions
You may have experienced a momentarily tingling sensation or a dull ache in your shoulders after a long day at work or an intense workout. What do you do when that pain doesn’t go away? What do you do if that pain becomes worse and also causes numbness and weakness?
Falling is a common type of incident, but they are always scary to experience. Some falls cause no injuries, allowing you to quickly bounce back onto your feet. But if you fall on a rough surface or land awkwardly, it can cause painful injuries that don’t always heal in the
Hand pain, especially in the back of the hand, can be perplexing and uncomfortable. Many people who experience this kind of pain do not know why they are in pain until they receive professional care. The back of the hand is a complex region containing many muscles, bones and joints.
According to research, nearly 12% of people in the U.S. will experience ankle pain. Ankle pain, especially chronic pain, can lead to difficulty walking, standing and performing daily activities. Treatment for chronic ankle pain is essential for those hoping to alleviate their discomfort and improve function. Here’s what you need
Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) is a condition that researchers estimate affects anywhere from 8% to 25% of men in the U.S. It involves chronic pelvic pain and urinary dysfunction that usually first gets its start after a bacterial infection. There are four types of prostatitis: chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic
Looking to start or continue a rewarding career in physical therapy? Finding a physical therapy provider that offers exceptional patient experiences is a great first step, and working for a provider that shares your values and commitment to care can have a major impact on your job satisfaction. Once you
When you think of physical fitness, it’s easy to assume that every option can only bring positive results. But even though exercising can provide many benefits for both your mental and physical health, not every type of exercise is safe for certain conditions or medical concerns. Your spine plays a
When you’re experiencing pain in any part of your leg, such as your knee, it can make you want to stay off your feet all day. But did you know that the average American walks up to 4,000 steps a day? If you feel an ache behind your knee while
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) hinges on our bottom jaw to the base of our skull. It allows us to open our mouths for chewing, laughing and talking. When the temporomandibular joint becomes inflamed, the result is TMJ dysfunction. This condition affects anywhere from 5% to 12% of people in the
Experiencing pain in your neck and the back of your head? This uncomfortable sensation might be concerning, especially if you do not know the cause of your pain. Pain in these regions can have a lot of variation in intensity. Some people only experience a dull aching while others feel
