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Muscle strains are very common, especially among athletes. In fact, muscle strains account for 31% of all athletic doctor visits. However, some…
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Dry needling may sound scary, but the reality is that it can be extremely effective. Dry needling is a professional technique primarily used by…
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Pregnancy and birth completely changes your body’s alignment and structure. As a result, it is very common for women to deal with lasting…
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Swimmers can swim miles in just a single training session. They depend on the strength of their shoulders to cover ground. Unfortunately, up to 91%…
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What every patient needs to know about DPTs (including what DPT means)
Did you notice that some physical therapists have the letters DPT at the end…
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A study showed that about 2 out of every 1,000 people develop hip bursitis every year. Hip bursitis is a painful condition caused by inflamed bursae…
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While needle therapy sounds scary, it can be a valuable part of a physical therapy treatment plan. For many patients, dry needling, a type of needle…
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If you have pain around the front of your neck, you may think it’s caused by a sore throat. However, if your pain isn’t accompanied by any other…
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The new year is quickly approaching, making it the perfect time to set new health goals. Millions of people set New Year’s resolutions each year;…
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The knee joint is one of the most mobile joints in your body, but it is also one of the likeliest to become stiff or painful when standing up after…
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It’s estimated that U.S. surgeons perform more than 460,000 rotator cuff surgeries per year. Most people who have rotator cuff surgery can expect to…
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If you’ve ever been injured, chances are you had an acute injury. An acute injury occurs suddenly, usually due to sudden force or trauma to a…
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Neck crepitus can be described as sounds coming from your neck when you move it. These sounds often occur when any of the following parts within the…
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You’ve had an aching pain in your groin area for days. Could it be a pulled groin? A hernia? What’s the difference between them, anyway?
Let us…
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Your knees are complicated joints made up of several ligaments that provide stability for the entire body. When one or more of these ligaments are…
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While needle therapy sounds scary, it can be a valuable part of a physical therapy treatment plan. For many patients, dry needling, a type of needle…
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Want to see a physical therapist but don’t have a referral from a physician? You might think that you’ll have to make an appointment with your doctor…
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There are many different factors that may put you at a higher risk of developing an injury. These include age, fitness level, physical activity and…
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Many times, people who feel pain in their hands or fingers assume they have arthritis, especially when they feel a dull, aching and consistent pain.…
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Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy, also known as vascular occlusion training, helps physical therapy patients increase their muscle strength with…
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Vertigo is categorized as a vestibular disorder and can be described as a sudden spinning sensation that can be brought on by moving too abruptly. It…
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Neck pain is one of the most common types of pain among American adults. In fact, about 6% of women and 4% of men are dealing with neck pain on a…
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Up to 20 in every 1,000 U.S. adults suffer from herniated lumbar discs every year. Lumbar discs refer to the spongy tissue in between vertebrae in…
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A bone bruise on your knee — also called a knee contusion — occurs when fluid builds in and around your kneecap, leading to severe pain. A bone…