Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) often presents similarly to shoulder and neck pain. However, the cause of the pain is due to compression...
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Jun 1, 2022
Bunions
Most have heard of bunions or know personally from the direction their toes start moving. A bunion is when your big toe starts turning...
May 1, 2022
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a rare form of arthritis that impacts the spine due to an inflammatory response.
Apr 1, 2022
Piriformis Syndrome
How do you know if you have piriformis syndrome or sciatica? Both diagnoses involve the sciatica nerve but where the compression occurs...
Mar 1, 2022
Herniated Discs
People with back or neck pain are often fearful as to whether they have a herniated disc. If they've had an MRI, it's likely a herniated...
Feb 1, 2022
Sciatica
What a pain in the A$$ How do you know if you have sciatica or something else? Sciatica originates in the lumbar spine, usually from a...
Jan 10, 2022
Adductor Strain
The adductors are our inner thigh muscles. They run from the groin down to the inside of the knee. The adductors are strained most often..
Sep 1, 2021
ITB Syndrome
The IT Band is connective tissue that runs from the hip to the knee on the outer part of the thigh. When this band becomes tight, or unable
Aug 1, 2021
What Causes Pinching In The Groin?
The hip is comprised of 2 bones: the femur and the pelvis, creating a ball and socket joint. The hip should freely be able to move in all...
Jul 1, 2021
Knee Osteoarthritis
Arthritis is a condition that impacts many people. However, just because you're getting older does not guarantee you will get debilitating..
Mar 1, 2021
What Can I Do About My Knee Osteoarthritis?
Arthritis is a condition that impacts many people. However, just because you're getting older does not guarantee you will be in pain.
Jan 28, 2021
Ankle Sprain Treatment
Are you someone who has rolled your ankle several times? Maybe even when stepping off a curb, or walking on uneven ground?
Jan 4, 2021
Do I Have Plantar Fasciitis?
What Is Plantar Fasciitis And What Can You Do About It?
The plantar fascia is connective tissue that runs from the calcaneus (the heel) to..
Dec 18, 2020
How To Properly Use A Cane and Fit It To The Correct Height
Learn what side to hold your cane in and how to make sure it is set to the proper height.
Nov 23, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving! Have You Thought of What Gift To Give This Holiday Season?
With Thanksgiving just a few days away, that means the holiday rush and gift giving season is about to begin. If you're like me, figuring...
Nov 10, 2020
From Student Athletes to Entrepreneurs: Comparing Personal Training and Physical Therapy
Learn about the power of utilizing physical therapy and personal training together. How 2 student athletes took the leap to entrepreneurs.
Nov 3, 2020
What Does A Physical Therapist Do?
Many people do not know exactly what PT's do outside of rehabbing injuries or working with people who just had surgery...
Oct 25, 2020
Fall Cleanup: Protect Your Back
With the leaves falling, you know it is time to rake and clean up the yard for winter. For some, raking is easy. For others, it is a big...
Oct 6, 2020
Happy National Physical Therapy Month!
As a Physical Therapist I get to help people every day and watch their progress overtime.
Sep 23, 2020
Powerful Neck & Back Relief Workshop
Learn about what exercises you can do in a chair to alleviate neck and back tension.
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