Achilles Injuries
The Achilles tendon is the connection between the gastrocnemius (calf) muscle and calcaneus or heel bone. Its function is to plantarflexion the foot. OR in basic terms, push off while walking or rise up onto the…
The Achilles tendon is the connection between the gastrocnemius (calf) muscle and calcaneus or heel bone. Its function is to plantarflexion the foot. OR in basic terms, push off while walking or rise up onto the…
Any time someone undergoes surgery whether arthroscopic, minimally invasive, or otherwise, proper post-surgery rehab is a must. Many think, I can just walk it off or I can do it myself. How wrong those individuals…
Spinal stenosis is a condition where the opening for the spinal cord or nerves begins to narrow. This is a slow progressive condition, which generally happens in older individuals. There is no timetable for how…
Don't let the title fool you...This message is really geared for those younger than 65. Because disability does not just turn a switch and appear at age 65. What you do in the 5, 10,…
Physical Therapy by nature involves physical movements of the patient and/or therapist. This "physical" approach should include some form of HANDS-ON CARE. This hands-on care may have a broad definition, but includes things like muscle or…
Tell me- - How many of you are satisfied with the current state of health insurance? HIGH deductibles and/or co-pay and co-insurance... Leaves many thinking about how to avoid the medical system altogether (to avoid…
Winter is here and chances are a significant snowfall (one that requires shoveling) will happen soon. This made me think now is a good to impart some winter tips for injury prevention. Every winter, an influx of patients…
Now that we just completed the 2016 Holiday Season, it is time to think about those New Year's Resolutions. What will it be this year? Are you prepared to succeed? Yes, you are going to…
And now for the conclusion of this pain series. Remember last time I wrote that pain does not necessarily equal damage to the body. Plus I mentioned how chronic pain becomes dysfunctional... So what about…
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