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how long does it take to recover from a concussion

Can physical therapy influence how long concussion recovery takes?

A concussion is a kind of traumatic brain injury caused by an impact resulting in the brain colliding with the skull. A concussion can cause bruising and swelling to the...

stiff neck treatment

Three types of stiff neck treatment your physical therapist may use

Chronic neck stiffness commonly affects many people. On average, several hours every day are spent looking down at our phone screens or other devices. This can lead to bad posture,...

how to relieve stiff neck

How to relieve a stiff neck without taking medication

Dealing with a stiff neck can put a damper on your life. Many of us spend time looking at screens like the phone and the computer, which can contribute to...

how to get rid of scar tissue

How to get rid of scar tissue with a physical therapist’s help

Did you know that you can form scar tissue under the skin? Soft tissue injuries, like strained or sprained muscles, are common occurrences. When an injury like this occurs, it...

vestibular therapy near me

Why would people be looking for vestibular therapy near them?

We rely on our balance every day to get us where we’re going. Most of us can walk around without thinking about it, and we take our balance for granted....

physical therapy for fibromyalgia

Why is physical therapy a commonly used treatment for fibromyalgia?

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to feel pain throughout your body? Take a second and think about it. Most people will conclude that this scenario...

golf injuries

What are some common injuries you can develop while playing golf?

Golfing can have many positive health benefits. For instance, it can help improve strength and cardiovascular fitness. These and other benefits may be why 1 in every 3 Americans over...

physical therapy after acl surgery

Three advantages of having physical therapy after ACL surgery

Not sure where your anterior cruciate ligaments (ACLs) are? You would be if you had ever injured one. This ligament is commonly injured in athletes, and it’s estimated that about...

knee and calf pain

Three issues that can cause knee and calf pain

The structures of your lower leg include things like your thigh, knee and calf, and these structures must work together when you walk, run and jump. However, the close links...