3 issues that can affect those with long toes

Foot pain is a common problem that affects people of all kinds. A study by the American Podiatric Medical Association found that in a group of 1,000 adults, 77% of them reported experiencing foot pain at one time or another. Foot pain can hold us back from doing many of the things we enjoy. It […]

3 PT methods that can help cut finger pain from playing Nintendo Switch

After a long day of work, sitting down and turning on a video game is a great way to unwind. If you’re not careful, however, you may glance at the clock and realize that you’ve been playing for hours! While the latest Nintendo Switch release may be hard to put down, playing for too long […]

Why you might be feeling foot and ankle pain after back surgery

The cause of foot and ankle pain after back surgery may be the irritation of a nerve. Back surgery can compress or irritate a nerve in the lower spine. Unfortunately, nerves going to the leg run down the spine and exit between the vertebrae, and they are very close to the area where some types […]

Can a pinched nerve be the cause of my recurring headaches?

Can a pinched nerve cause headaches? Pinched nerves can cause muscle spasms, headaches and other symptoms in the neck. The headaches they cause are known as cervicogenic headaches. A pinched nerve may resolve itself naturally. In some instances, however, they can be debilitating. It may interest you to learn more about pinched nerves in your […]

Can carpal tunnel syndrome be causing your shoulder pain?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a prevalent condition that involves a nerve in the wrist being squeezed or compressed. It can cause numbness, pain, and tingling in the hand and part of the arm when this happens. The condition is often caused by repetitive motions of the wrist and fingers (like typing). Trauma to the wrists, […]

How do bone spurs develop in the elbow?

If you have experienced pain and stiffness in your elbow that does not go away within a day or two, it may be possible that you have developed bone spurs. Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, are small protrusions that extend from your bones. They most often form around the joints where two bones meet. […]

What injuries can be caused by slips, trips and falls during sports?

Athletic activities provide myriad health benefits and enrich the lives of many people, whether they are professional athletes or busy adults looking for a healthy way to unwind. But a sudden injury on the field or on the track can leave you sitting on the sidelines. A sudden slip, trip, or fall during athletic activity […]

How can physical therapists help treat my lower back and knee pain?

Lower back pain and knee pain are both very common. One medical study reports that 25% of U.S. adults surveyed had lower back pain in the past three months. Another study found that about 25% of adults experience frequent knee pain.  Having either type of pain is bad enough, but some people have the misfortune […]

Three ways a physical therapist can help cut how long whiplash lasts

Whiplash isn’t just an injury you developed during a car accident or while playing sports. It’s a problem that can bleed into every single task you do every day. And, this problem can last for quite some time.  Whiplash occurs when the head is whipped violently back and forth. It affects a significant number of […]

Why is playing tennis causing me to feel shoulder pain?

Playing tennis was supposed to help you get out of the house and be more active. Yet you’ve reached a point where every tennis session leaves you with pain in your shoulder.  The good news is that you aren’t alone. Medical researchers estimate that 24% of tennis players who are between 12 and 19 years […]

When should I start physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery?

The answer to the question, “When should I start physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery?” is slightly different for every patient. However, many patients begin their post-surgical physical therapy about seven to 10 days after surgery. As for what is involved in physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery, there are three basic stages that you’re […]

How much time could my hamstring strain recovery take?

You have a hamstring strain, and you’re wondering how long it will affect your life and your ability to play sports. Well, buckle up. Hamstring strain recovery times can be lengthy.  How long can your hamstring strain recovery time last? We commonly think of the hamstring as one structure. But the reality is that there […]