Health Blog Category: health and wellness
Do You Have Herniated Disc Pain? How to Know If You Need to See a Physical Therapist
You Could Relieve Your Herniated Disc Pains with Physical Therapy
Believe it or not, a herniated disc can occur anywhere in your spine. At our physical therapy clinic, we see disc herniations frequently among our patients with back, arm, and/or leg pain.
Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremity symptoms can indicate a variety of potential problems – including one or more herniated discs.
What can you do if you’re not sure whether or not you have this problem?
Read full blogDid You Know There Are Pain-Relieving Foods That Could Help You Find Natural Relief?
If your pain has been steadily worsening, you may want to reconsider your eating habits with physical therapy.
Some people eat to live, while others eat to live – and still, others are unknowingly feeding their chronic aches and pains.
Inflammatory responses can be triggered by eating too much or the wrong foods, which can lead to muscle, nerve, or joint pain.
Certain foods have been known to alleviate inflammation, where some foods can aggravate it.
Read full blogWHY USE OPIOIDS WHEN YOU CAN FIND NATURAL RELIEF?
We’re all aware of the opioid crisis plaguing the nation. It’s scary – it’s as if every time we turn on the news, we hear another story about the epidemic.
Approximately 11.5 million people in the United States misused the painkilling drugs they were prescribed, costing an estimated $504 million in economic costs. According to researchers, it is believed that numerous people are even being denied jobs due to a failure to pass opioid-free drug tests.
Read full blogSTRESS NO MORE OVER STRESS-RELATED HEADACHES! PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP RELIEVE THE PAIN.
Millions of people suffer from different types of headaches. A few include sinus headaches, hormone headaches, and migraines. Different types of stress can also play a role in causing headaches. In fact, stress-related headaches are considered one of the most common headaches that people have. It’s important to understand how a stress headache differs from other types, the causes of these types of headaches, and how a physical therapist may be able to help.
Read full blogHip and Knee Pains Got You Down? Here’s A Safe Solution!
Request an appointment with a physical therapist today to find pain relief.
Hip and knee discomfort can be caused by a variety of factors, including excess weight, sports injuries, advanced age, and repetitive motion injuries. Whatever the reason for your hip and/or knee pain, you must find a strategy to manage it if you are suffering it regularly!
Typically, people lean on anti-inflammatories and other drugs to alleviate pain. However, because these medications can have adverse side effects, it’s a good idea to look for different ways to ease your pain.
Read full blog3 Reasons To Go To Physical Therapy After Surgery
Whether you’re undergoing a joint replacement, a back surgery, or some other procedure, we’re confident that working with a physical therapist can help you heal up and get back to your active lifestyle as efficiently and safely as possible. Every year, our physical therapy team meets thousands of individuals recovering from surgery.
Curious about why physical therapy is so important in the post-surgical window?
We’ve got three reasons to pique your interest!
Read full blog5 Tips To Help You Address Your Chronic Back Pain Problem
A physical therapist could help you feel better, faster!
Did you know that approximately 80 percent of Americans have experienced (or will experience) back pain? It’s true! In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 1 in 5 people have chronic pain.
If you experience pain and discomfort on a daily basis, we encourage you to consult with a physical therapist who can work with you to address the symptoms and causes of your pain and help you gain better function.
Read full blogToss Your Pills In The Trash With Physical Therapy!
Are you sick of leaning on medication for pain relief?
After a car accident or traumatic injury, many people find themselves living with chronic pain. Day in and day out, they live in discomfort and are only able to find solace in prescription medication. The pain-relieving aspects of these drugs only last for a short time, but the addictive habit of taking them is a long-term problem. Long-term opiate use is not a good strategy for chronic pain management.
Read full blogACHES AND PAINS IN THE MORNING? FIND OUT WHAT MIGHT BE CAUSING THEM.
A Troubleshooting Guide to Morning Aches and Pains
Do you leap out of bed excited at the thought of experiencing another morning — or do you just lie there, afraid to move because of the pain you’re likely to feel? Aches and pains are never welcome, but they can really dash your spirits when they plague you from your first waking moments. It helps to understand why these discomforts are occurring in various parts of your body, and how you can put a stop to them through safe, drug-free methods such as physical therapy.
Read full blogEXERCISE TO EASE CHRONIC ANXIETY THIS YEAR
A new year offers the potential for new opportunities and experiences.
For those who struggle with general and consistent anxiety, however, the prospect of the new year and the expectations that come with it can be tricky to maneuver.
It’s with this in mind that our physical therapy team reminds you of one of the most natural and effective ways to ease anxiety symptoms at any time of year is through regular exercise.
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