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Enhancing Your Pickleball Game with Physical Therapy
December 5, 2023
Introduction: Pickleball, a sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, has seen a remarkable surge in popularity. It’s a social, fun, and engaging sport, but like any physical activity, it comes with a risk of injury and physical strain. This is where physical therapy comes into play, offering numerous benefits to pickleball enthusiasts.
Unlocking Relief: How Physical Therapy Can Ease Your Carpal Tunnel Troubles
November 29, 2023
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that can cause discomfort, numbness, and weakness in the hand and arm. It occurs when the median nerve, which runs from your forearm into your palm, is pressed or squeezed at the wrist. This article explores how physical therapy (PT) can be an effective treatment for managing
Don’t Let the Holidays Weigh You Down – Start Now, Not January 1st
November 21, 2023
Introduction The holiday season, spanning from Thanksgiving to New Year’s, is a time of joy, celebration, and unfortunately for many, unintended weight gain. It’s a period marked by abundant feasts, tempting treats, and a general relaxation of our usual health routines. However, lifestyle medicine, a branch of medicine dedicated to the use of lifestyle interventions
The Unsung Heroes of Foot Health: Why Toenail Care is More Important Than You Think
November 7, 2023
When it comes to personal health and hygiene, toenails often get the short end of the stick. They’re not as visible as our skin or hair, and unless they’re causing pain, most people don’t give them much thought. However, the health of your toenails can be a telling indicator of your overall well-being and can
Bunions Be Gone: The Surprising Shoe Secrets to Happy Feet
November 5, 2023
Have you ever noticed a bony bump at the base of your big toe and wondered what it is? That’s what doctors call a “bunion.” It’s a common foot issue that can cause a lot of discomforts, and believe it or not, your shoes might be the culprit! What Exactly is a Bunion? A bunion
Knee-d to Know: 3 Tricks for Ultimate Knee Health
October 25, 2023
Knee pain is one of most injured or painful areas for people trying to live their best lives. Whether you are suffering from stiff/achy knees, or knees that cause sharp pain and you can’t trust to load and use for daily tasks, this can be a significant roadblock to doing what is important in life.
The Real Culprit Behind Your Back Pain
October 17, 2023
Introduction Low back pain is a common problem that many people experience at some point in their lives. When it strikes, it’s easy to assume that the pain originates in the lower back itself. However, the truth is a bit more complicated. Sometimes, the root causes of low back pain can be traced to areas
Dizzy? Maybe It’s Your Vestibular System
October 11, 2023
Are you having problems with dizziness? This may be caused by something called the vestibular system. Physical therapy plays a crucial role in the management of disorders related to the vestibular system. The vestibular system is responsible for maintaining balance, spatial orientation, and coordination of eye and head movements. When the vestibular system doesn’t work
Visceral Manipulation
October 4, 2023
Visceral manipulation is a manual technique that has potential to help a lot of different areas of pain. Whether it’s due to trauma, surgery, sedentary lifestyle, pregnancy, or many other causes, our organs and ligaments that connect our organs can often tighten down, causing mobility problems. These mobility problems can cause pain and loss of