Two physical therapy exercises for sciatica pain you should try

A sharp pain when bending over. Burning sensations that run down your leg. Numbness in your butt, leg or foot. People experiencing these symptoms are likely dealing with a lower back issue called sciatica.  Sciatica occurs when one of your sciatic nerves is pinched or irritated. Unfortunately, there is no shortage of people who suffer […]

Two hip strengthening exercises to use in physical therapy

Sitting down to chat with friends. Walking to the mailbox. Bending down to grab something from a low shelf at the grocery store. All these normal daily tasks can be harder to do if you have a hip problem.  Unfortunately, far too many Americans are living with issues that cause hip pain and other symptoms. […]

Four home treatments for mild shoulder pain

Your shoulder is an incredibly complex joint made up of many interwoven ligaments, tendons and muscles. All these tissues operate together to help you rotate your arm, lift objects and raise your arms over your head. You use your shoulders for practically every activity. This means shoulder pain can make your life much more difficult.  […]

The top three goals of physical therapy for jaw pain

Chewing the food you eat. Talking to your family or co-workers. Sleeping soundly at night. Jaw pain can make every one of these normal daily tasks harder to do.  The most common cause of jaw pain is temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Medical research shows that up to 12% of Americans experience a TMJ disorder annually. […]

Five sports injuries you should seek physical therapy for

Athletes of all types love to perform at their best. Whether you’re a football player trying to bring home the state title or a runner who wants to improve your time, your ability to do what you love is important to you. But an injury can keep you from participating in your favorite activities and […]

Advent Physical Therapy in Kentwood, MI

Chronic pain. Decreased joint range of motion. Reduced muscle strength. There are many issues that can cause these troublesome symptoms, but a physical therapist can help you effectively treat such symptoms.  When you’re in pain or experiencing loss of motion or strength, you can trust the team at Advent Physical Therapy in Kentwood, Michigan, to […]

Advent Physical Therapy in Byron Center, MI

Making presentations at work. Walking your dog. Gardening with your grandkids. These are all activities that are less enjoyable when you’re dealing with pain or decreased strength and mobility.  If you would like help recovering your lost mobility and strength or help reducing pain, then you could benefit from a visit to Advent Physical Therapy […]

Advent Physical Therapy in Rivertown, Grandville, MI

Has walking the dog become a chore? Are you in too much pain to play with your kids or grandkids? Do you find it hard to make it through a whole day at work? If you said yes to any of these questions, therapeutic care from a physical therapist is something you should consider. Advent […]

Advent Physical Therapy in Jenison, MI

Playing tag with your children. Walking around the grocery store. Putting on your clothes in the morning. All these normal daily activities can be more difficult if you’re dealing with an injury or painful medical condition.  Advent Physical Therapy in Jenison, Michigan, has been helping patients achieve their recovery goals for more than 19 years. […]

Advent Physical Therapy in Hastings, MI

Are you living with almost constant pain? Do your joints feel stiffer and less mobile? Answering yes to either of these questions means you should seriously consider getting help from a physical therapist. If you’re experiencing pain or loss of mobility and strength, then you should visit Advent Physical Therapy in Hastings, Michigan, or one […]

Advent Physical Therapy in East Paris, Grand Rapids, MI

Experiencing chronic pain? Having trouble getting around? Not feeling as strong as you used to? Anyone who answered, yes to any of these questions should consider physical therapy.  Our Advent Physical Therapy team is prepared to help you begin your road to recovery. We have been serving patients across West Michigan for more than 19 […]

Advent Physical Therapy in Knapp’s Corner Grand Rapids, MI

Playing catch with your kids. Walking to the mailbox and back. Bending over to load the dishwasher. These are just some of the normal daily tasks that can be much more difficult if you’re dealing with an injury or medical condition. If you’re experiencing loss of strength, loss of mobility or persistent pain, then you […]