How to Relieve Back Pain With Physical Therapy Back pain affects millions of people each year and is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. Did you know that 20 to 25 percent of adults experience chronic back pain at some point in their lives? Whether it's caused by a previous injury, [...]
Recognizing Sever’s Disease in Active Children Inspired by a recent patient, we’re raising awareness about Sever’s disease, a common but often underdiagnosed cause of heel pain in active children. This condition affects the growth plate of the heel, leading to pain and discomfort, especially in young athletes. While occasional aches from physical activity [...]
Managing Stress & Anxiety: The Role of Physical Therapy As October rolls in, we not only embrace the crisp fall air but also observe two important health campaigns: Physical Therapy Month and World Mental Health Day on October 10th. Both causes remind us how deeply our physical and mental health are intertwined, especially [...]
Breast Cancer Awareness: Recovery and Physical Therapy October is a significant month dedicated to raising awareness about two vital health causes. It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Physical Therapy Month. This period serves not only to honor those affected by breast cancer but also to highlight the essential role physical therapy [...]
Managing Allergy-Related Dizziness with Physical Therapy As allergy season approaches, most of us brace ourselves for sneezing, itchy eyes, and a runny nose. However, there's a lesser-known symptom—dizziness. Surprisingly, allergies can not only affect your respiratory system but also disrupt your sense of balance, causing balance issues such as dizziness and vertigo. For [...]
The BACK-to-School Guide for Scoliosis in Children As the new school year approaches, ensuring your child is ready to meet the challenges ahead is essential—both mentally and physically. Scoliosis, a condition characterized by an abnormal curvature of the spine, can significantly impact a child's physical health, affecting a child’s growth, leading to uneven development [...]
Game, Set, Match: Summer Guide to Preventing Tennis Injuries Tennis is a sport celebrated for its grace, finesse, and the thrill of competition. With its intense serves and quick volleys, tennis challenges players of all levels to bring their best to the court. However, up to 20% of young tennis players will sustain [...]
Tips for Preventing Overuse Injuries with Physical Therapy Warm weather encourages outdoor activities like sports, hiking, and gardening, but it also brings an increased risk of overuse injuries. This blog covers common summer overuse injuries and how physical therapy can aid in recovery and prevention. By understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
