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October 20
The Role of Physical Therapy in Relieving Chronic Pain
Posted in UncategorizedChronic pain affects more than 100 million people in the U.S. and 20-30% of the global population, reports the National Institutes of Health Office of Disease Prevention. Moreover, experts predict chronic pain will increase in prevalence as people age into later adulthood. Finding relief for pain also continues to...
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October 10
Aches and pains in the morning? Find out what might be causing them.
Posted in Joint PainAre you suffering from aches and pains in the morning? Unfortunately, millions of people experience sore muscles and stiff joints in the morning. There could be a variety of reasons for this, with the severity of pain ranging from mild to even severe in some cases. Aches and pains...
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September 20
Do you take a pain reliever every single day? See how physical therapy can help relieve hip and knee pain.
Posted in Knee PainAre your hips and knees in pain when you wake up? Are you pain when you go to bed? Are the activities you do between sunrise and sunset impacted by chronic hip and knee joint dysfunction? You don’t have to give up hope of living with less pain—nor become...
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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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