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Torn meniscus physical therapy: 5 techniques it commonly includes

Your knees carry nearly your entire body when you’re standing, and 1 1/2 times your body weight when you walk. It’s important to be proactive about treatment when you’re experiencing...

knee pain when going down stairs

How to treat knee pain when going down stairs

The knee is a complex joint that connects the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone). It is also made up of bones, ligaments, cartilage, tendons and muscles that work together...

workers' comp

Do I need to see a workers’ compensation doctor before I start physical therapy?

Even with every precaution taken, injuries in the workplace can still happen. In fact, 2.6 million non-fatal work-related injuries occurred in 2021 in the US. You may be wondering if...

scoliosis

3 ways to treat scoliosis-related neck pain with physical therapy

If you have scoliosis, you are likely familiar with the ways that it can impede your day-to-day life, including chronic neck and back pain. People with scoliosis are more likely...

how long should swelling last after an injury

How long should swelling last after an injury (and how do you decrease swelling)?

Swelling can be described as the enlargement of any bodily tissue or body part that is new or unusual. It is a normal response from the body to any type...

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Elbow bone spurs: Causes, symptoms and treatment options

Bone spurs can pop up where you don’t expect them. Once they appear, they can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like pain, stiffness, tingling and weakness. If you’re feeling any of...

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5 ways you can reduce pelvic pain at home

Up to 16% of all women experience chronic pelvic pain at any given time. Pelvic pain can also be described as hip pain but usually relates to pain between the...

can a young person get sciatica

Can a young person get sciatica? (Spoiler: Yes, and we’ll explain why)

Sciatica most commonly occurs in people between the ages of 30 and 50, but that doesn’t mean you’re immune if you’re still in your 20s — young people can get...

how to prevent falls in the kitchen

5 ways to prevent falls in the kitchen

While the kitchen can be one of the most joyous rooms in the home, it can also be dangerous. This is especially the case for seniors, people with neurological disorders...