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how long will i have pain after rotator cuff surgery

How long will I have pain after rotator cuff surgery?

The answer for each patient can vary slightly. The most typical length of time patients experience pain after rotator cuff surgery is six months. It’s at this point that many...

foot arch pain not plantar fasciitis

Three causes of foot arch pain that are not plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is definitely the most common source of arch pain. But that doesn’t mean it’s the only issue that can cause your pain. Physical therapists can help you learn...

throbbing pain in neck

What to do about the throbbing pain in your neck?

Feeling throbbing pain in your neck? Do light touches to the neck or head trigger the pain? Does it feel like you have a migraine? Answering yes to these questions...

sciatic nerve pain pregnancy

What can I do about sciatic nerve pain during pregnancy?

Walking around the grocery store. Sitting down for a long time in the car. Bending forward from the waist to pick up a dropped object. Sciatic nerve pain can make...

wrist pain from lifting

What causes wrist pain from lifting?

Recently, a lot of people have thrown themselves into a quest to improve their physical fitness. One key aspect of this quest is often doing more strength training, which can...

neck pain when looking up

Why do I have neck pain when looking up?

Most of us aren’t conscious of how often we look up every day. At least, we aren’t until this movement starts to be painful for us. Determining the specific cause...

physical therapy after ankle surgery

Why you need physical therapy after ankle surgery

Severe ankle fractures. Torn soft tissue in the ankle. Ankle osteoarthritis. Each of these issues can prompt people to decide to have ankle surgery. For instance, a Brostrom procedure is...

physical therapy exercises for knee surgery

Getting the most out of your physical therapy after knee surgery

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Total knee replacement. Knee arthroplasty. There are many types of knee surgery, and each type can address a specific knee problem. Such surgeries are far...

benefits of back & sciatica treatment

Treatment options for back pain and sciatica you’ll find in El Paso, TX

Living with back pain and sciatica is no fun. They can keep you from playing with your kids or grandkids. They can make taking a shower a painful exercise. They...