What’s involved in preparing for a virtual physical therapy session?

Before the COVID-19 pandemic began, many people had not even heard of virtual physical therapy (PT). But recent events have made many people aware of this type of physical therapy.  Virtual PT is a technology-based service, and it typically takes place over an online video connection. The benefits of this type of therapy are real […]

What can I do to avoid knee pain when cycling?

Indoor and outdoor cycling are both excellent ways to stay physically active, and that may be one reason why both are so popular recently.  In fact, it’s reported that about 33% of Americans rode some type of bike in 2020. However, this cycling boom has also led to more issues like knee pain. Fortunately, there […]

What is causing pain in the side of my ankle?

Pain in the side of your ankle can be caused by many different issues, and it can be difficult to determine which problem is at the root of your pain. However, working with a physical therapist can make the discovery process easier.  You’re more likely to develop ankle pain than you might think. The ankle […]

Three causes of burning pain in the wrist

Typing out your daily emails, and turning doorknobs. These are just two examples of activities you perform with your wrists every day. Unfortunately, burning pain in your wrists can make doing even these simple daily tasks a real trial.  There are far more people dealing with wrist pain than you might think. Medical researchers estimated […]

What’s the top reason people seek vestibular physical therapy?

There are many reasons why people seek out vestibular physical therapy, but the top reason people do so is to treat a condition called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).  BPPV is a condition that affects a part of the inner ear, and it occurs when calcium carbonate crystals (otoliths) break free of their normal position […]

Three conditions hand physical therapy can treat

The hands are essential to many of our daily tasks, but they can also be a source of pain. Dealing with hand pain is something that hand physical therapy can help with.  Many people are likely to develop a condition that causes them hand pain. For instance, it’s estimated that up to 40% of people […]

What is the top sign of golfer’s elbow?

The top sign of golfer’s elbow, or medial epicondylitis, is pain on the inside of your elbow. Often, this pain radiates into the forearm, wrist and hand. It can also be triggered by grasping objects like doorknobs or cups.  Golfer’s elbow is an injury that occurs to an elbow tendon called the medial epicondyle tendon. […]

Is hip pain during pregnancy common?

Many women are aware that lower back pain and pelvic pain are common during pregnancy. However, they might not be aware that it’s also common to experience hip pain during pregnancies.  One study found that slightly more than 32% of women experienced hip pain while they were pregnant. There are many reasons why so many […]

How long does sciatica usually last?

The answer to this question can vary slightly depending on who you ask. However, many medical professionals agree that most people’s sciatica pain goes away in under six weeks.  Sciatica is a condition where one of the two sciatica nerves has become pinched or irritated. It’s also a fairly common cause of lower back pain. […]

Three ways physical therapists can help you with text neck

It probably doesn’t surprise you that smartphone use is way up in the U.S. In fact, you may even be reading this post on your phone right now.  Smartphones are great in many ways, but they can be bad for your neck. The reality is that spending hours looking down at a phone, laptop or […]

What can physical therapy do to reduce pain when sitting?

Sitting is an activity that most people do on a daily basis, but there are many issues that can lead to pain when sitting.  On average, American adults sit for about 6.5 hours every day, and teenagers are even worse with an eight-hour-per-day average. Poor sitting posture and poor workplace ergonomics are two issues that […]

Why do I have a stabbing pain in the side of my foot?

There are far more answers to this question than most people realize, and it would be overwhelming to go through all the possibilities on your own. One medical professional who can help you figure out why you have a stabbing pain in the side of your foot is a physical therapist.  Pain in the side […]