Can plantar fasciitis cause knee pain (and what do I do about it)?
Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the tissue located at the bottom of the foot. The tissue that becomes inflamed for those with this condition is called the plantar fascia. Plantar fasciitis typically results in sharp pain in the heel, and for most people, symptoms are the worst in the morning. The condition is fairly […]
Which specific body parts are considered part of your upper extremity?
Upper extremities (UEs) are parts of a unit of the body that function in conjunction with each other. They are broadly categorized into three different parts, each with smaller systems or structures within it. Health and strong upper extremities are extremely important to people’s daily lives. Research indicates that UE strength is necessary to complete everyday activities […]
How to stop limping when I walk: 3 ways PT can help
About 10% or more of people aged 60 or older walk with a noticeable limp. Many factors can alter a person’s walk, including neurological issues, injuries, arthritis and infections. Unfortunately, walking with a limp can lead to other complications, like balance issues, joint damage and muscle weakness. Various physical therapy methods can help limit limping […]
Shin pain after a knee replacement: Why you might get it and how your PT can help ease it
Research suggests that nearly 800,000 people receive knee replacements in the U.S. every year. It can take, at best, almost six months to recover from this type of surgery, but it could take a full 12 months to get to a state where you can fully return to previous physical capabilities. If you experience complications […]
3 ways Active Release Technique sessions can benefit you even after leaving the PT clinic
Active Release Techniques (ART) was first created and patented in the 1980s by a Doctor of Chiropractic medicine. It consists of the manual manipulation of soft tissue and targets areas where scar tissue is present. This technique breaks up tissue and promotes blood flow to the region for better healing. Some of the common conditions that […]
8 stretches and exercises for a pinched nerve in your shoulder
A pinched nerve in your shoulder can have many uncomfortable side effects. Not only does it cause pain or discomfort in your neck and shoulders, but it can also cause pain that radiates all the way down to your hands. At the same time, it can cause you to lose strength in your shoulders and […]
Not making progress in physical therapy? Here are 4 possible reasons why
If you’ve been referred to a physical therapist by a physician or you’ve simply decided on your own that it’s time to consult with a health care professional near you about an injury or condition, you’re probably expecting to see results. If over time you don’t see any noticeable changes in your physical health after […]
Red flags: 4 telltale signs of a bad physical therapist
If you’ve ever had an injury and needed to get some rehabilitative assistance, you probably sought out the services of a physical therapist near you. Physical therapy can be a great way to treat physical conditions and address pain or instability at its core. Every once in a while, you may come across a physical […]
4 ways physical therapy can make a difference in your daily life
Physical therapists support patients through every stage of the healing process, from diagnosis through recovery and after. Physical therapy is sometimes offered as a stand-alone service, or it may occur in conjunction with other forms of treatment If your doctor has recommended PT or you’re curious whether it might help you, keep reading. We’re going […]
Think physical therapy is a waste of time? Here are 5 potential PT benefits that may change your mind
As physical therapists, we hear all of the bad things people say about our profession: Physical therapy is a scam! Physical therapy is a waste of time! Physical therapy doesn’t even help! None of those things are true. We’ve seen firsthand how physical therapy can help people recover from injuries, manage pain and improve their […]
4 cervicogenic headache exercises you’ll want to know about when your head starts pounding
A cervicogenic headache is throbbing pain that most often starts at the base of the skull, where your neck meets your head. The headache usually becomes worse, spreading from the neck into the back and sides of the head. Cervicogenic headache pain is usually felt on one side of the head, but can also spread […]
Why would your podiatrist send you to physical therapy for plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of chronic heel pain. It occurs when the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that stretches from the heel bone to the base of the toes, becomes damaged, torn or inflamed due to stress. This causes pain in the heels and arches of the feet while […]
