Health Blog Category: Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy Can Help You Avoid Surgery After A Sports Injury
A sports injury can happen to anyone, whether they are professional or an amateur athlete. People who have just started exercising or participating in sports on a recreational level are often the most vulnerable to sports injuries. In this article, sports injuries are defined as injuries to the musculoskeletal system, which includes muscles, bones, and tissues like cartilage.
The following are the most common sports injuries:
STRAINS: A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is pulled, torn, or twisted. Strains are non-contact injuries, such as those that occur from overstretching. A common example of a strain is a muscle spasm. A back or neck strain is a very common injury treated in physical therapy.
Read full blogManage Your Arthritis the Natural Way – With the Help of Physiotherapy
Arthritis Pains Don’t Need to Slow You Down Any Longer!
If you have arthritis, then you know all about the difficulties with moving and functioning in daily life that it can present. What you might not know, however, is that physiotherapy can help you find relief from your arthritis pain.
There is no cure for arthritis, but by using the exercises and techniques that your physiotherapist can teach you, the onset of arthritis can be slowed and you will experience less pain overall.
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Ready to Find Pain Relief Without the Side Effects of Opioids?
Pain is a serious problem in today’s world. An estimated 1 out of every 5 Americans suffers from some degree of chronic pain, and 8 percent of those sufferers find the pain so intense that they can’t pursue their normal activities. It’s little wonder, then, that painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs have grown into such a mammoth industry.
Unfortunately, these drugs offer their own share of troubles, from addiction to dangerous effects on internal organs.
Read full blogSay Goodbye to Your Aches and Pains with Physiotherapy
Don’t Let Yourself Live in Pain Any Longer!
Whether you have recently started waking up with generalized aches and pains, or suffering from chronic pain for a long time, physiotherapy has been proven to be the best possible treatment method for you.
A sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise, poor nutrition, or an injury can all contribute to aches and pains. The bad news is that the pain is probably not going to go away on its own.
Read full blogFinally, Relieve Those Aches in Your Back with Physiotherapy
Aug 20th 2020Find the Answer to Your Back Pains Today!
When back pain is not temporary, however, it becomes a major quality of life issue. The American Physical Therapy Association states that back pain is the most commonly experienced form of pain for Americans. Taking a proactive approach like working with a physiotherapist can help you find back pain relief at long last. Contact our office for more information on how physiotherapy can relieve your back pain.Read full blogIs the pain in your back caused by a herniated disc? Here’s how to know.
A herniated disc refers to an issue with one of the rubbery cushions that are in between the vertebrae. A spinal disc has a soft jellylike interior with a tougher exterior.
Symptoms of a Herniated Disc
While most herniated discs occur in the lower back, they also can occur in the cervical area. Symptoms are dependent on where the disc is located and whether or not it’s compressing a nerve. Typically, one side of the body is affected.
Read full blogReduce Opioid Consumption and Feel Better with Physical Therapy
Long-term opioid consumption is not a good strategy for managing chronic pain. In addition to the risk of addiction, opioids simply alleviate the symptoms (pain) of a larger problem. For very real, measurable improvement over chronic pain, physical therapy has been proven to be a much better option than opioids or other pharmaceutical painkillers. If you are considering opioids for pain relief but would like to explore other options first, contact our office to talk with a physical therapist.
Read full blogLooking to Improve Your Health, Strength, and Physical Activity? Look No Further
Everyone strives for a healthy, strong, and active lifestyle. However, the reality is that this type of lifestyle is not always easy to achieve, especially for those suffering from chronic pain. Fortunately, physical therapy is a great resource for helping you alleviate your pain and reach your fitness goals.
If you’re looking to achieve a healthier lifestyle and you’re not sure where to start, give our office a call today! We’ll create a treatment plan specific to your needs so you can accomplish your goals through the best methods for you.
Read full blog5 Surefire Ways to Increase Your Energy While Decreasing Your Pain
If you live with pain, you know how limiting it can be. Fortunately, there are some simple lifestyle changes you can make in order to decrease your pain while simultaneously increasing your energy. When you do these in addition to your physical therapy treatments, you can help recover from your pain and reach the physical goals you’ve been aiming towards. To find out more about how we can help you increase your energy and decrease your pain, contact our office today!
Read full blog6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Physical Health
Do you experience tired, sore, or achy muscles throughout the day? Are you recovering from an injury or surgical procedure? Do you have a condition that brings pain to your bones or joints? Whatever the case may be, a physiotherapist can create a personalized treatment program for you, to help increase your energy and help you get back on track to enjoying your daily activities. Call us for information to see how physiotherapy can help you achieve better overall health and greater physical fitness.
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