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October is National Physical Therapy month, and so this month I will explore topics related to this profession. To kick off this month-long series, I answer the question…when to see a physical therapist? Some people may only think about seeing a physical therapist...
SI joint pain is a common complaint. Many will point to a specific location on one side or the other. They many describe the pain as sharp, pinching, or even a dull ache. Some can report a specific instance where the pain began while others will not be sure. For some...
Back pain affects 80% of people over their lifetime. Then 90% of those 80% of people will experience at least 1 recurrence. Each year according to reported data, the cost of back pain is over $50 Billion and growing. Clearly back pain is a major issue; one that...
For those suffering, getting control of chronic low back pain is challenging. Chronic low back pain is considered daily activity limiting pain for more than three months. Many complain about disruption to their sleep as well as participation in home, work, or...
For anyone suffering with back pain your goal should be to avoid low back surgery at all costs. While a person may be struggling with back and or back and leg pain, consideration of surgery should be the last resort. All other avenues of treatment should occur first....
When people hear the phrase bulging disc they become concerned. Many think shots or surgery are or will be necessary. What you should know is bulging discs are common and do not necessarily mean anything bad. If you are over 40, there is a good chance you have at...
When a person experiences a sensation in their hip crease/groin the question of what is injured is front and center. Is it a pulled groin or something else? And the answer will depend upon the exact location, the type of sensation/pain, and the activities that provoke...
What are you to do when you have a literal pain in your butt? You know, that sharp/stabbing or dull/nagging ache that is present when sitting, standing, or doing just about anything. Is that pain your glut/piriformis, the sciatic nerve, or some referred pain from the...
Have you reached the point where stretching isn’t helping your neck pain? Maybe you get some short-term relief, but the pain (and tightness) returns in 20 or 30 minutes. So, you tried stretching more, only things are no better…even months later. And now you are not...
Are you someone who feels their big toe is deformed? The technical term is hallux abducto-valgus, more commonly known as a bunion. For some, this deformity occurs whereby the big toe will point inward. Additionally, most will develop the classic bump on the outer toe...