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Runners Can Overcome a Common Knee Condition With Physical Therapy
Iliotibial band syndrome, or ITBS, has earned a reputation as one of the most persistent obstacles encountered by runners. This common overuse injury, which is responsible for up to 22% of all running-related injuries in the lower extremities, causes a ch…
How Physical Therapy Can Help Older Adults Stay on Their Feet
Falling might seem like a minor mishap to some people, but if you’re an older adult, you know full well that a fall can be anything but “minor.” Depending on one’s health, a simple fall can lead to serious injuries, reduced independence, and even life-thr…
What You Need to Know About Alcohol and Heart Health
If you occasionally wind down at the end of a long day by having a drink or two, you may not think much of it. You’ve probably heard countless times how a small amount of alcohol can be good for your health—especially your heart health—and might even reca…
Exercise Therapy Provides Strong Evidence of Its Effectiveness
Everyone knows that however your morning starts can often have a big impact on how the rest of your day goes. So, if you’re waking up every morning to persistent, nagging back pain that announces its presence immediately, it could be a sign that a difficu…
Strength in Age: The Power of Resistance Training for Older Adults
Did you know that only 8.7% of adults aged 75 and older engage in muscle-strengthening activities? As our loved ones age, they often face a silent battle against muscle loss, known as sarcopenia. This decline can lead to severe challenges…
Hip Strength and Groin Pain: What Athletes Need to Know
Picture this: You're sprinting down the field or court, about to make a game-changing play, when a sharp pain in your groin suddenly stops you in your tracks.…
Shoulder Pain Slowing You Down? A Physical Therapist Can Help
Imagine gliding through the water, your arms slicing effortlessly as you chase the perfect stroke. For some, swimming can be seen as poetry in motion, since it combines strength, endurance, and grace. But what happens when something gets in the way of thi…
Ending the Myths of Hip Pain and Finding Help From Physical Therapy
If you’ve ever experienced a deep, aching pain on the outside of your hip, especially when walking, climbing stairs, or even lying on your side, you might be dealing with gluteal tendinopathy. This common but often misunderstood condition affects the tend…
Move More, Age Better: How Exercise Can Slow Down the Aging Process
The global population is aging at an unprecedented rate. By 2050, the number of adults over 65 will double to 1.5 billion people, while the number of those over 80 will triple to 426 million. These totals will represent the highest number of older adults …
Why Pain Doesn’t Always Mean Injury – And What You Can Do About It
As a physical therapist, I see it all the time—an athlete comes in worried because they’re feeling pain, but after an evaluation, we find there’s no real tissue damage. Pain doesn’t always mean injury, and understanding this can help you train smarter and…
Avoid Surgery and Talk to a Physical Therapist About Foot Problems
Imagine a tiny, invisible hitchhiker nestled between your toes, one that announces its presence with every step you take. This unwelcome passenger is Morton's neuroma, a thickened nerve tissue that transforms the simple act of walking into a painful ordea…
A Personalized Physical Therapy Program Can Assist with Whiplash
Imagine your head as a bowling ball perched on top of a flexible straw. Now picture that straw being violently whipped back and forth. This is whiplash, a traumatic event that happens in a few seconds but can continue to bother you for months or year…
Why Older Adults Should Incorporate an Exercise Program
As we age, staying active becomes increasingly important for maintaining health, independence, and quality of life. Yet, many older adults find it challenging to identify the most effective and safe forms of exercise to meet their needs. Traditional advic…
After an Achilles Injury, Physical Therapists Can Help with Recovery
Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that affects the tendon connecting your calf muscles to your heel bone. It often develops in runners and active individuals due to repetitive stress and inadequate recovery. Those with Achilles tendinopathy…
AI Can Answer Questions But It’s Best to See a Physical Therapist
Shoulder pain can be debilitating, often limiting daily activities and affecting one’s overall quality of life. For patients with severe shoulder arthritis and some other long-term issues that don’t respond to physical therapy, total shoulder arthroplasty…
Physical Therapy Can Help With Symptoms of Wryneck
For most people, waking up with a stiff, twisted neck is a moderate inconvenience and a difficult way to start the day. But for those with a condition called torticollis, or wryneck, it’s often much more than that. Wryneck causes the neck to twist involun…
Reduce the Risk of Pickleball Fractures By Taking Proper Precautions
Pickleball has been growing rapidly in popularity, becoming a favorite pursuit for players of all ages. Its blend of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong makes it accessible and exciting for people seeking a fun and social way to stay active. The sport’s ease…
Physical Activity May Slow the Progression of Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide. For those living with Parkinson’s disease, challenges such as instability, slower movement, and mental decline can gradually worsen over time. While med…
Too Much Salt in Your Diet? Learn the Dangers of High Sodium Intake
Did you know that over 90% of Americans consume far more sodium than they should? While sodium is essential for our bodies to function properly, too much of it can lead to serious health problems. Excess sodium causes the body to retain water, which incre…
Suffer From Lower Back Pain? Might Be Time to Take A Break
Low back pain is one of the most common and persistent health issues people face. While many assume it will go away with rest or time, studies show that two-thirds of individuals still experience lingering pain even after a year. This raises an important …
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