Physical Therapy: Is Feeling Pain After an Evaluation Normal?

Physical therapy helps people recover from traumatic injuries and conditions, allowing them to live a healthy and more active lifestyle. However, some people experience slight pain after their therapy session, making them hesitant to attend future treatments. That’s why constructed a guide to help you better understand physical therapy and why it’s normal to experience …

Physical Therapy: Is Feeling Pain After an Evaluation Normal? Read More »

How you can determine your risk of ankle injury

Uncategorized / By Benjamin

Try this knee to wall test at home to help you determine your risk of injury and re-injury. Procedure: Remove your shoes such that you are barefoot. Proceed to position yourself into a half kneeling position. Start with your foot at the wall and slide your foot back until either your knee leaves the wall …

How you can determine your risk of ankle injury Read More »

Is It Safe To Crack My Neck When I Have Neck Pain?

Neck Pain / By Benjamin

When we feel the beginning of that creak in our necks all we want is to crack it and go about our day. But what happens if you’re already suffering from neck pain? Is it safe to crack your neck without causing further pain or complications? Let’s take a few moments and dive deeper into …

Is It Safe To Crack My Neck When I Have Neck Pain? Read More »

Why Dr. Google or YouTube Shouldn’t Be Your Go-To for What Ails You

Dr. Google, YouTube / By Benjamin

Have you ever had unusual pain or health concerns and turned to Google or YouTube for answers? You’re not alone. Most adult Americans search online for medical info on their symptoms and possible treatments like physical therapy and psychotherapy. Google and YouTube provide a wealth of information through blog posts, discussion boards, and videos to …

Why Dr. Google or YouTube Shouldn’t Be Your Go-To for What Ails You Read More »

Is the Food Pyramid Still Relevant? Why or Why Not?

Food Pyramid / By Benjamin

Healthy eating is just as important as exercise and physical therapy to maintain your overall health and prevent injury. Good nutrition means knowing what to avoid as well as knowing what to eat. For nearly a half-century, the food pyramid has been an effective tool in nutrition education, helping people of all ages see past …

Is the Food Pyramid Still Relevant? Why or Why Not? Read More »

Hamstring Pain: Do you have Hamstring Tendinopathy?

Hamstring Pain, Hamstring Tendinopathy / By Benjamin

Hamstring Tendinopathy is noted often in runners, hurdlers, yoga participants, dancers, & individuals perimenopausal. This can occur due to a traumatic event or onset overtime. This can occur when overloading the muscle, if you have lengthened or contracted hip flexors, during the stretch-shorten cycle of plyometric exercises, or excessively stretching your hamstring. This can sometimes …

Hamstring Pain: Do you have Hamstring Tendinopathy? Read More »

How is therapeutic exercise different than googling exercises?

Therapeutic Exercise / By Benjamin

Physical therapists are trained on systematic, planned performance of physical movements, postures or activities intended to provide you with the means to: Remediate or prevent injuries and pain. Improve, restore, or enhance activities & participation in your goals. Prevent or reduce health-related risk factors Improve and optimize overall health and well-being Individualize and tailor exercises …

How is therapeutic exercise different than googling exercises? Read More »

Gardening – Managing Neck/Back/Shoulder Pain

Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain / By Benjamin

Gardening is a rewarding hobby and a passion, but it has its costs. Don’t let pain prevent you from continuing to enjoy your hobbies. Physical therapy, a consistent exercise routine, and a plan for moderate gardening can help you to garden safely and avoid long-term complications like arthritis. How Gardening Affects Your Body Gardening involves …

Gardening – Managing Neck/Back/Shoulder Pain Read More »

“Pinched Nerve” What Is It And What Can I Do?

Pinched Nerve / By Benjamin

A pinched nerve can cause discomfort and debilitating pain. Depending on where the pinched nerve occurs in your body, this condition can affect your ability to work and carry out everyday tasks. However, with the help of a pinched nerve specialist, you may find relief from a pinched nerve without undergoing surgery. This article provides …

“Pinched Nerve” What Is It And What Can I Do? Read More »

Are Your Shoes Causing Your Ankle Pain?

Ankle Injury, Ankle Pain / By Benjamin

Do you notice pain and swelling around your ankles after a long day? Your shoes might be responsible for your ankle pain. When you exercise or work, your shoes should provide a stable and supportive platform that aligns your ankles with your body, minimizing strain on your ankle joints, tendons, and muscles. Let’s take a …

Are Your Shoes Causing Your Ankle Pain? Read More »

Benjamin

Physical Therapy: Is Feeling Pain After an Evaluation Normal?

How you can determine your risk of ankle injury

Is It Safe To Crack My Neck When I Have Neck Pain?

Why Dr. Google or YouTube Shouldn’t Be Your Go-To for What Ails You

Is the Food Pyramid Still Relevant? Why or Why Not?

Hamstring Pain: Do you have Hamstring Tendinopathy?

How is therapeutic exercise different than googling exercises?

Gardening – Managing Neck/Back/Shoulder Pain

“Pinched Nerve” What Is It And What Can I Do?

Are Your Shoes Causing Your Ankle Pain?

Oakland

Des Moines

San Diego

Medical disclaimer

Privacy Policy