Accident victim physical therapy: Two injuries it can treat
There are many types of accidents a person could be involved in on any given day. For example, you could get into a car accident on the way to work, or you could injure yourself in a workplace accident. No matter what type of accident you’re involved in, physical therapy can help. There are two […]
Three causes of right side neck stiffness
Without your neck, your head wouldn’t be able to move as much as it does. In fact, you would have to turn your whole body to look in a specific direction. The neck is also a complex structure, and it can be affected by many issues. One issue that commonly affects the neck is stiffness, […]
Three phases of physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery
The rotator cuff is a shoulder structure that’s made up of four muscles and tendons. This part of your shoulder is vital for moving your arm, and it also helps keep the upper arm bone firmly seated in the shoulder socket. When the rotator cuff is torn, surgery may be required to repair it. After […]
Three causes of lower back and buttock pain
Why do my lower back and buttocks hurt? If this is a question you’ve been asking yourself, the answer is there are many issues that can cause pain in these areas. After all, both these structures are vital to routine activities like walking, standing and picking up objects. Here are three common issues that cause […]
Three physical therapy-based ankle injury treatment benefits
People who are active and who play sports can be at greater risk of an ankle injury. In fact, Massachusetts General Hospital estimates that there are about 1 million ankle injuries every year. If you or someone you know has recently injured an ankle, you might be interested to know that physical therapy can be […]
How physical therapists can help treat a slipped disc
You could be experiencing back pain on a daily basis, and you aren’t alone if that’s true. In fact, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) warns that 80% of Americans are likely to experience some form of back pain during their lifetime. A slipped disc is one issue that could be causing your back pain, but […]
Three factors that impact backpack safety
It’s that time of year again. You’re counting the days until your child heads back to school. However, before you put them on the bus, you’ll need to make sure they have everything they need for school, and this may include making sure they have the safest possible backpack. Here are three factors you should […]
How to find TMJ pain relief
We often don’t think about our jaw, until it starts to hurt. That clicking sound while chewing may be a symptom of an underlying problem. An earache or headache may be originating from your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). If you are experiencing pain in the jaw, jaw popping, headaches, sore jaw muscles, locking of the jaw, […]
Common sports injuries in Plainwell, MI
If you live in Plainwell, Michigan, and participate in high-impact sports like football, baseball or hockey, it is common to sustain sports injuries. A sports injury can stop you in your tracks and put you out for an entire season if not taken care of immediately. At Armor Physical Therapy in Plainwell, our physical therapy […]
Causes of hip pain while sitting
Are you suffering hip pain while sitting? In order to ease your pain and determine the treatment appropriate for your needs, it is important to properly diagnose the condition leading to your symptoms. Typically, the top causes of hip pain while sitting include arthritis, hip bursitis, tendinitis, lupus and piriformis syndrome. If left untreated, many […]
Manual therapy in Portage, MI
Are you scouting manual therapy clinics in and around Portage, Michigan? Look no further than Armor Physical Therapy. Our high-quality physical therapy services focus on the root of your problem, rather than just treating your symptoms, to recapture your life from your condition and prevent the risk of further injury. To learn about the manual […]
Three conditions treated with physical therapy for back pain
Sooner or later, everyone has to deal with some degree of back pain. While many cases are relatively mild and can improve on their own in a short period of time, back pain can also become chronic and have a devastating impact on your quality of life. Physical therapy for back pain can become an […]