We all remember the commercial with the line, “Help. I’ve fallen and I can’t get up.” While the acting job may be something to laugh at, falls are certainly no laughing matter. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one out of four Americans aged 65 and older falls each […]
Manual therapy is a hands-on approach to healing that enhances recovery. Skilled physical therapists are able to manipulate muscles, joints, and soft tissue in order to reduce pain, improve mobility, promote safe and efficient movement, and restore function. A highly effective treatment option for most musculoskeletal conditions, it is often used in tandem with exercise, […]
As a physical therapist, I often see patients with back pain, shoulder issues, and muscle strains that result from one common daily activity: lifting. Whether it’s picking up a heavy box, a toddler having a meltdown, or wrangling a care seat into the backseat, lifting is part of life, especially for parents and caregivers. Proper […]
At work, your body faces challenges every day. Physical therapy does not just help after injury: it can prevent injuries from happening in the first place. Think of physical therapists as partners in keeping you healthy on the job, whether you are lifting heavy objects, sitting at a desk, or somewhere in between. Physical therapy […]
Pelvic floor physical therapy focuses on the examination and treatment of pelvic floor disorders, including issues related to urinary, bowel, and sexual health. This specialized area of physical therapy helps address the muscular, skeletal, and connective tissue imbalances or dysfunctions that affect the pelvic region. Here’s an overview of what this therapy entails in terms […]
Pelvic floor physical therapy is a highly effective approach to addressing delicate issues. Often overlooked, women’s pelvic health is an essential aspect of our well-being. The pelvic region plays a crucial role in functions such bladder and bowel control, sexual health, pregnancy, and core stability. However, many of us experience pelvic pain, incontinence, and pelvic […]
Dry needling is a tool that physical therapists use to treat pain and increase mobility. A minimally-invasive, drug-free technique, modern dry needling is based on Western neuroanatomy and modern scientific study of the muscles and nervous system. Paired with traditional physical therapy, dry needling is particularly effective for reducing musculoskeletal pain, muscle tension, limited mobility, […]
“Stand Up Straight.” Our mothers all said this to us as we were going through our awkward teenage years. Now, as we’re aging, standing up straight – better known as our posture – is even more important. Poor posture can cause balance problems, which lead to fall risks and cause chronic pain. Digestive and respiratory […]
By: Dr. Hope Trent Technology has inched its way into every aspect of the healthcare field, some good and some not quite as good. But in the area of physical therapy, technology has given us remote therapeutic monitoring or RTM. With this important development, physical therapists are able to provide care that’s more effective, more […]
By: Dr. Tuba Bayram Have you ever experienced a spinning sensation or felt wobbly? You may be having one of the most common inner ear (vestibular system) issues, which is vertigo. People who experience vertigo often describe the sensation as rocking or spinning even though they are standing still. They can also report nausea, vomiting, […]
