As a physical therapist I treat injuries from head-to-toe. No matter what type of injury, the most common question I get asked is “Do I use heat/ice?” Please allow me to answer this question relating to common joint and muscle pain. Heat and ice work if used to treat muscular pain. You can use both! …
Are you an active individual? Do you love going for casual walks around the park or training for marathons? Is the gym your happy place? Being someone who enjoys exercise — whether recreationally or competitively — staying active is something that’s important to you. You make time for your workouts or training because it’s your …
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Arthritis is one of the most frequent chronic medical disorders. It’s a term for joint inflammation. While there are various forms of arthritis, the most common is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a condition that affects both older adults and athletes. Unfortunately, arthritis can cause symptoms that make it difficult to move without pain, which can have …
After going through the process of searching for the right physical therapist — you’ve chosen and booked your first session. While you may be feeling excited to get started on your journey to recovery – you may not know what to expect. It’s common to be nervous before your first session. The unexpected can make …
Most people who experience back pain are told that it is usually due to a disc bulge or sciatica and told things such as: You shouldn’t lift while you treat this injury. “Deadlifts can be bad for your back” “If you keep lifting, your back won’t heal.” This advice is simply false. In most cases, …
