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heat or ice for sciatica

Heat or ice for sciatica? Which works better?

Sciatica is a condition that occurs when the sciatic nerve is pinched, causing a pain that radiates out from the lower back through the hips and down the legs. Experts...

burning sensation in your lower back? here are 5 potential causes

Burning sensation in your lower back? Here are 5 potential causes

Back pain can take many forms. Sometimes your lower back muscles feel tight and stiff. Other times you experience a sharp pain when standing up. Often, back pain takes the...

How do physical therapists treat crushed foot injuries?

A crush injury is one that has been named quite literally. When a crush injury occurs, it involves a high amount of force or pressure being applied to an area...

Back hurts when you sneeze? Here’s why and what to do about it

Does your back hurt when you sneeze? Wondering why? There are a few different types of sneeze-related back pain. In some cases, you might feel like you pulled a muscle...

5 foam roller exercises and stretches for your lower back

Lower back pain can have many causes. It can stem from an injury, surgery complications, or any number of conditions affecting your spine or hips. Wherever your lower back pain...

Sciatica ice packs: Do they work, and where do you put them?

Sciatica is a condition that affects the lower back through the feet where the sciatic nerve runs through the body. When the nerve becomes inflamed or compressed due to another...

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....

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...

how to stop limping when i walk

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,...