Healthy tips blog
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September 10
Herniated disc pain. What it feels like and when you should see a physical therapist!
Posted in Back PainCould you have herniated disc pain? This type of pain can sneak up on you. You’re sitting comfortably watching TV and when you stand up, there’s a sharp pain that radiates through your back. If you’re experiencing pain in your lower back, you just might have a herniated disc....
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August 12
Therapeutic Massage: How it Can Help You Get Back in the Game
Posted in UncategorizedIf you are an athlete, you know the amount of dedication that it takes. Whether you’re preparing for a marathon, competition, recital, or big game, the amount of training and preparation is extensive. You have to train your muscles and tissues to perform in the ways you want them...
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August 5
5 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help You Avoid Risky Treatment Methods
Posted in UncategorizedHave you been suffering from chronic pain, or pain lasting longer than three months? If so, you are not alone. According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, at least 100 million Americans are living with chronic pain. Because of this, there has been a larger and larger demand...
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July 10
6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Physical Health
Posted in UncategorizedDo you experience tired, sore, or achy muscles throughout the day? Are you recovering from an injury or surgical procedure? Do you have a condition that brings pain to your bones or joints? Whatever the case may be, a physical therapist can create a personalized treatment program for you,...
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July 3
Ditching the Drugs: Long-Lasting Pain Relief Without Medication
Posted in UncategorizedIt is no secret that pain is an annoyance that can sometimes hinder your quality of life. However, it can also be your body’s way of sending you a message. Sometimes pain can be a result of an underlying condition that you might not even know about. Medication can...
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June 20
5 Reasons Why Stretching Will Benefit Your Overall Health
Posted in UncategorizedStretching is an important part of physical therapy, and many physical therapists will include specific stretches into their sessions. Strength and endurance are both undeniably important; however, stretching is a crucial part of anyone’s exercise regimen, whether you are an athlete or someone coping with aches and pains. Stretching...
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June 10
How to Make Your Stress-Related Headaches Disappear
Posted in UncategorizedDid you know that headaches are the third most common pain complaint throughout the world? They can impact your quality of life and make it difficult to function normally. Luckily, headache relief can be found through physical therapy. Your trained physical therapist will work with you to provide pain...
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May 20
7 Secrets Toward Motivating Yourself to be Active
Posted in UncategorizedFor many of us, staying in shape can turn into an “all-or-nothing” attitude. Maybe we had a long day at work, or maybe we have to drive our kids to their extracurricular activities, or maybe it’s dark and cold and we simply don’t want to put in the effort....
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May 10
How to Treat Arthritis Pain Without Medication
Posted in UncategorizedWhat is arthritis? Arthritis can sometimes serve as a bit of an umbrella term. It is used to describe over 100 different types of joint pain and joint disease experienced by millions of people. It is true that arthritis seems to favor the elderly, as it becomes more...
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April 19
Eating Right: A Simple Technique for Reducing Pain and Inflammation
Posted in UncategorizedDo you deal with chronic pain or inflammation in your daily life? It isn’t uncommon, but it is avoidable. While exercise is a crucial part of your physical therapy regimen, proper nutrition can also play an important role. The foods you eat work to fuel your body, and eating...
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