You twisted your ankle, landed awkwardly from a dismount, or threw too many dodgeballs at your office team builder, and now you're experiencing some pain and swelling. Why does your body react this way and what should I do to reduce swelling? Well, it's part of the body's natural healing process....
When sprains, muscle strains, inflammation, and general pain come at you, knowing exactly when to use ice or heat for pain relief can significantly shorten your recovery time. So, what do you choose, ice or heat for pain relief? This a question we receive from many of our patients. These patients...
Hip impingement occurs when surrounding tissues squeeze the hip joint. The hip joint consists of three bones: The femur (or thighbone) The acetabulum (pelvic socket) The pubic symphysis (connecting cartilage between two bones) The femoral head (ball) and acetabulum can be pinched between the femur...
by Jason Sweet PT, DPT As a Clinic Director and licensed physical therapist, there are many important items I share with our patients to help them overcome their pain and get back to doing the activities they enjoy. Here are my ten most important things you need to know when going through physical...
Chronic pain affects at least 100 million American adults. That is more people than those affected by diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined. A typical treatment of chronic pain has been prescription medications such as opioids, including codeine, morphine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and...
Foot pain is one of the most common complaints among adults. It's prevalent among runners, but it can affect anyone who spends a lot of time on their feet. It hurts to put weight on your foot and worsens when you stand up after sitting for a long time. It is one of the most common reasons people...
Hypermobility, or "Double-jointedness," is a condition that causes joints to move beyond their normal range of motion, making them more susceptible to pain and injury. It can occur in children and adults due to various factors, including genetics, age, and illness. It can affect children and...
Posture is a term that can be misunderstood as it can mean different things to different people. To some, it refers to how you stand or sit in one position, while others may use the term "posture" to describe the position of your body when you're moving around. Either way, posture can impact your...
Physical therapy benefits people of all ages with recent or chronic injuries, pre and post-operative conditions, and medical conditions that limit mobility and the ability to function normally. An individualized therapy program can help people return to their prior level of function, reduce or...
Low back injuries affect almost 80% of people at some time. Additionally, the discomfort may be far more severe than a simple backache. The discomfort may spread to other parts of your body, trigger severe muscular spasms, and leave you unable to do anything except lie in bed. While low back pain...
