Nov10th 2022You don’t have to live a life of back pain. Most Americans will suffer from temporary hurt in the back at some point in their lives. When backache 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
May20th 2022As summer weather comes, more and more people can be found outside gardening. This activity has many dynamic and static movements. Activities such as digging, mulching and weeding can cause strain on muscles and joints. While this great pass time can cause discomfort there are ways to avoid pain during gardening. Continue reading to find
Jun4th 2021These two conditions are often confusing and hard to distinguish. We will explain the differences in this post: Lipedema is a genetic chronic condition that affects mostly women. It is a disorder where excess fat tissue accumulates below the skin, usually in the lower extremities. Since it is progressive many people start to develop it
Apr15th 2021The LSVT BIG program is designed specifically to address movement disorders such as Parkinson’s Disease. Each year, more than 60,000 people are diagnosed with PD in the US. But what is LSVT BIG and how does it help movement disorders? LSVT BIG is a proven, evidence based protocol for treating movement disorders. It was created
Apr5th 2021As an in home private physical therapy practice, we know from experience the effectiveness and benefits of receiving therapy in home. But what are those benefits? One of the most obvious benefits of in home physical therapy is convenience. It can be difficult for patients with physical limitations to travel to and from a physical
May18th 2020Are you struggling with chronic back pain? Millions of people suffer from back pain, making it one of the primary reasons for disability and limited activity. There could be several causes of back pain including problems with muscles and ligaments, improper sleeping position, and injuries. Specific problems with the spine, which includes several vertebrae and
Apr6th 2020Chronic pain can take over your life if you don’t take proactive measures to overcome it. Instead of enjoying life to the fullest, daily pain can become the central focus of your life. You start skipping out on social activities, playing with children or grandchildren, or other activities that used to be routine. Instead, the
Dec13th 2019When was the last time you had your balance checked? No matter what age you are, your balance can always be improved – in fact, even those who do not live with a balance or gait disorder cans still suffer from balance-related injuries that occur from poor posture or reflexes. However, if you frequently
Oct20th 2019Back pain can hinder your day-to-day activities. Left untreated, it can even lead to long-term joint, spine and nerve damage. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. The pain itself can limit your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift, or
Jul10th 2019Do you ever wake up feeling stiff and achy, as if your body is being weighed down by a pile of bricks? Everyone wakes up feeling like this from time to time – you might have had a tough workout the day before, you might have spent an excessive amount of time on your feet
