Managing Diabetes: The Role of Physical Therapy As of 2024, approximately 38.4 million Americans, or 11.6% of the U.S. population, have diabetes. Of these, 29.7 million cases are diagnosed, while an estimated 8.7 million cases remain undiagnosed. Diabetes is a chronic condition that involves the body's inability to regulate blood glucose levels, either [...]
Staying Active and Injury-Free During Summer Activities Summer is a fantastic time to engage in outdoor sports and physical activities. Whether playing soccer, tennis, cycling, or jogging in the park, staying active is essential for maintaining physical fitness and health. However, increased physical activity can also elevate the risk of sports-related injuries. Pro [...]
The Importance of Posture: How Proper Alignment Can Prevent Pain and Injury In today's fast-paced world, where many hours are spent over desks, smartphones, and computers, posture is often neglected. Poor posture can lead to significant physical discomfort and long-term health issues. Pro Staff Physical Therapy emphasizes maintaining proper posture to prevent pain [...]
Rehabilitation for Achilles Tendonitis: Strengthening and Stretching Protocols Achilles tendonitis is a common but debilitating injury that can sideline athletes and active individuals with intense heel and calf pain. At Pro Staff Physical Therapy, we implement a structured, phased rehabilitation protocol that focuses on alleviating symptoms, restoring functionality, and preventing recurrence. Each recovery [...]
Healing and Strengthening Techniques for Fracture Recovery Fractures are common injuries resulting from various causes, including accidents, falls, and sports injuries. The journey to recovery involves healing the fracture and restoring muscle strength, flexibility, and overall functionality of the affected area. Pro Staff Physical Therapy offers a comprehensive approach to fracture recovery, incorporating [...]
Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with Exercise and Stretching Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that can cause pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and arm. The condition results from pressure on the median nerve within the wrist's carpal tunnel. Understanding the causes, risk factors, and symptoms can help individuals seek [...]
Concussion Rehabilitation: Returning Safely to Activity Concussions, a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI), occur when a blow or jolt to the head causes the brain to move rapidly back and forth within the skull. This sudden movement can lead to a temporary disruption of normal brain function, affecting cognitive processes, physical coordination, [...]
Preventing and Treating Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes; it can cause sharp pain that is usually worse in the morning. The condition is common in [...]
Physical Therapy for TMJ Disorders Are you struggling with jaw discomfort or mobility? It could be a result of a TMJ disorder. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a small yet complex joint that connects the jawbone to the skull. This joint is unique because it allows for both hinging and sliding movements, enabling [...]
Mindfulness and Physical Therapy: Cultivating a Healthy Mind-Body Connection At Pro Staff Physical Therapy, healing is a journey that encompasses both the body and the mind. This philosophy is at the heart of integrating mindfulness into our physical therapy practices. Mindfulness, the art of being fully present and aware in the moment, has [...]
