Those with severe or long-standing back pain wonder if back surgery is their only option to get rid of the pain. Many will say they have tried everything and seen many different medical providers. Some follow all recommendations to a “T” while others merely go through...
Have you ever had back pain so severe you can’t stand up? Pain so severe that it literally prevents you from moving. This is a routine event affecting millions of people. Sometimes the pain comes out of nowhere. It just seems to strike with seemingly little movement....
Those with a meniscus injury wonder whether it requires surgery. The answer really is it depends. There are many factors at play as to whether a meniscus injury requires surgery. With that in mind, let’s discuss those factors. One, is it impacting your daily life and...
Is an injury stopping you from exercising as you would like? Are you having difficulty getting started with a new program due to some ache or pain? Are you nervous that exercising may cause pain? If you answered YES to any of those questions, then it is time to do...
Are you unable to turn your head due to neck pain? Not only is it a literal pain in your neck, but it also can greatly inhibit your daily life. Being unable to turn your head can cause many issues. It can impact the ability to communicate with others around you. It...
Have you experienced a pinching feeling reaching overhead? That bothersome pain only present in a narrow range and goes away as soon as you get the arm lower again. You may even get a similar pinching feeling reaching in other directions as well. This description fits...
A frozen shoulder is a common issue resulting in pain and limited motion. It may impact a person’s dominant arm but does not have to. In general, a frozen shoulder impacts people over 40 and is more common in women. Those who are diabetic and have other auto-immune...
Did you remember to get your annual PT exam yet? What is an annual PT exam you ask? It is THE EXAM you get to help keep you on the right path as you age. That is correct, if you want to age as best as you can, this is THE EXAM for you. Many folks look at their...
When a person sustains an injury their first thought should be to see a physical therapist. However, many often think they need to see an orthopedic first when they sustain a muscle or joint injury. That is fine IF you have concerns for a dislocation or fracture or...
Did you know that no prescription is necessary (anymore) to see a physical therapist? It’s true, you can come directly to a physical therapist (PT) to address any muscle or joint complaint or concern. No longer must you first wait to see your PCP and then maybe see an...