What causes pain in the latissimus dorsi muscle?

The human body is complex, consisting of dozens of organs that all work together to help you properly function. Your muscles play an essential role in your bodily function, because they help you move your body parts, including your limbs. You have more than 650 skeletal muscles throughout your body, including 40 in your back. […]

5 benefits of at-home physical therapy

Physical therapy is a common treatment option for people who have sustained an injury, have a medical condition or want to boost the overall condition of their body. But sometimes going to a physical therapy clinic just isn’t an option. Sometimes you can’t get time away from work or you don’t have transportation options. The […]

Stiff knee pain: 3 common causes and treatments

Your knees allow you to complete every movement throughout your day, from sitting down at your work desk to walking around your house. So when your knee becomes stiff, even the simplest motions can become hard and painful. Knee pain is a common issue that affects about 25% of all adults and accounts for almost […]

4 rotator cuff physical therapy exercises

As a major part of your shoulder, your rotator cuff goes through a lot of wear and tear. From playing sports to reaching high shelves, you put your rotator cuff through a lot on a daily basis. So when your rotator cuff is injured, it can interfere with your quality of life. Physical therapy is […]

Physical therapy for tennis elbow

Millions of people play tennis, either on the weekends with friends or at a professional level. And while tennis can be fun, it can take a toll on the body. In fact, there’s an elbow injury that’s so common with tennis players that it was nicknamed after the sport.  Tennis elbow is common across the […]

Sports rehab physical therapy for student-athletes

Student-athletes put their body through a lot. Regardless of the sport, they’re putting excessive strain on their muscles, joints and tendons. There is also a risk of injury for any type of athlete. But even if you can’t completely eliminate the chance of getting hurt from playing a sport, you can find reassurance in knowing […]

Aquatic physical therapy options near you

Aquatic physical therapy is a unique form of treatment. It involves the use of physical therapy exercises and methods while immersed in a heated and contained body of water, like a pool. This form of treatment can be utilized in physical therapy as a unique and effective tool to improve the condition of patients. If […]

Shoulder blade pain: Causes, symptoms and treatments

You go to reach toward the top shelf in your kitchen cabinet and suddenly feel pain in your shoulder blade. You slip and hit your shoulder hard against a wall and wake up the next day with severe shoulder pain. No matter the incident, you’re experiencing pain and want to know why.   Depending on […]

What causes lower back pain in females specifically?

Everyone can experience lower back pain, but are there causes that only affect one sex? While there are many reasons that someone could be feeling pain in their lower back, there are some causes of lower back pain in females that males have little to no risk of developing. Read on to learn about possible […]

What to do about a torn abductor muscle

Muscle strains (when a muscle develops a small to complete tear) are a common injury, particularly among athletes or individuals with physically intense jobs. In one study on athletes, muscle injuries accounted for 31% of injuries. Some muscle groups are more commonly injured than others, such as the hamstrings and hip abductor muscles.  Athletes and […]

What to do if you constantly feel knee pain from driving

Driving a vehicle means sitting in a sedentary position for long periods of time, only slightly moving your hands and feet. And while many people may find driving to be relaxing, sitting in the driver’s seat can actually be the cause of pain for some people.  There are many drivers who develop knee pain, both […]

What is neck crepitus (and what can you do about it)?

Neck crepitus is a condition involving the sound that the tissue in the neck and spinal column makes upon movement. Most people experience this at some point in their lives. When the sounds of neck movement show up without any other symptoms, this is usually nothing to be concerned about. However, when your neck movements […]