10 Ways to Improve Your Running Did you know that running is a popular form of exercise for both recreational and competitive runners, but it can also lead to injuries if not done correctly? Running is a fantastic way to stay active and healthy, but taking steps to optimize your performance and reduce [...]
Icing or Heating an Injury: Which One Do You Need Injuries are an inevitable part of life; when they happen, it's essential to treat them properly to promote healing and reduce pain. Two standard therapies used for injuries are icing and heating. But which one is best for your particular injury? The answer [...]
Common Baseball Injuries and Their Treatments With baseball season starting, staying on the field and avoiding injury is important. According to the National Federation of State High School Associations, there are over 482,000 high school baseball athletes and over 34,000 college baseball athletes in the United States. Unfortunately, baseball injuries are common and [...]
Can Physical Therapy Treat Tendonitis? Tendonitis can be an excruciating and debilitating condition that affects people of all ages and fitness levels. It is often caused by repetitive motion or overuse, which can be challenging to avoid in today’s increasingly active world. Fortunately, physical therapy is a viable treatment for tendonitis, and it [...]
3 Signs You Need Hand Therapy Your hands are a powerful tool, capable of performing various tasks - from typing to writing to playing an instrument. Unfortunately, if you don't care for them, they can get injured and cause much pain and discomfort. Hand therapy is a form of physical therapy that focuses [...]
8 Ways Physical Therapy Can Improve Sports Performance Sports injuries are common. About 2 million high school athletes have an injury at some point during their playing career. These injuries are minor and can be treated with rest and physical therapy. Physical therapy can improve sports performance by helping you achieve better results [...]
8 Signs You Need Occupational Therapy What is Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapy is a practice that aims to improve the quality of life for people with various disabilities, injuries, or illnesses. Studies have shown that occupational therapy can help people recover, improve, and maintain the skills needed for everyday life. It focuses on [...]
What to Expect During Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is an essential part of the recovery process for patients who have experienced a vestibular disorder. Vestibular disorders affect the inner ear, which controls balance and spatial orientation. Our physical therapists will work with you on various exercises that will help improve [...]
5 Physical Therapy Exercises for Sprained Ankle Relief A sprained ankle can be painful and cause tremendous discomfort, especially if it is accompanied by swelling and bruising. It requires immediate treatment, as the injury can lead to a complete loss of function and even permanent damage to your foot if not treated properly. [...]
5 At-Home Neck Exercises to Relieve Tension Have you ever noticed that your neck and shoulders tense after a long day at work, and your posture is slightly off? You’re not alone. Did you know neck pain affects more than 30% of adults in the United States, and nearly half will continue to [...]
