Four steps of rotator cuff treatment
Rotator cuff tears can be very common due to the stresses we put on this relatively delicate group of muscles and connective tissue. When doing everything from lifting a box to swinging a golf club, we rely on our rotator cuffs to perform the full range of motion required of our arms and shoulders. If […]
Ankle pain treatment methods we use to help patients in Mattawan, MI
Whether it’s an Achilles tendinitis flare-up, arthritis or a fracture, ankle pain can be a particularly debilitating issue to deal with. After all, we use our ankles to complete nearly any task that doesn’t involve sitting. If every step is painful and you can’t do your job with crutches or other aids, ankle pain can […]
Sports therapy experts in Plainwell, MI
Suffering from a sports-related injury can be incredibly frustrating. Depending on the specific nature of the injury, not only are you dealing with pain, limited mobility and other symptoms, but you also have to manage the frustration of missing out on your favorite sport or activity. This can be especially dangerous because for many athletes […]
Therapeutic exercises help with lower back pain treatment
Lower back pain is a common issue experienced by adults in the U.S., and you may have heard older people refer to this type of pain as lumbago. This type of pain is so common that the National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimated that more than 80% of adults experience low back pain at some […]
Is spinal stenosis causing your back or neck pain?
You may think you’re having back or neck pain from a pulled muscle or some other simple injury. However, you may actually be suffering from a condition called spinal stenosis. If you’re experiencing back pain, neck pain or other symptoms, you may want to find out if spinal stenosis is the cause of your symptoms. […]
What are the benefits of manual therapy?
Manual therapy is a fundamental part of physical therapy that involves an assortment of hands-on techniques to treat patients who are dealing with pain and limited mobility. Physical therapy can help patients who are dealing with a very wide range of problems, including injuries and progressive conditions related to the natural aging process. If you’ve […]
Three secrets to successful spinal stenosis treatment
Chronic back pain makes it difficult to live your life and enjoy your favorite activities. There are several different causes of back pain, and, fortunately, most of them can be treated with noninvasive methods. One condition that can benefit from noninvasive treatment is spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of your spinal column, which […]
Treatment for hamstring injuries
The hamstrings are muscles on the back of each leg that run between the hips and knees. These long muscles are very susceptible to injury, especially due to muscle imbalances between the hamstrings and other muscles such as the quadriceps. Hamstring injuries can be very painful, sidelining you from participating in your favorite sport, exercise […]
Try Physical Therapy for These 5 Common Causes of Shoulder Pain
Physical therapy is a safe, effective and non-invasive treatment option that is designed to relieve pain resulting from a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, workplace injuries and more. Regular appointments with a physical therapist are ideal for people of all ages. Patients typically see a physical therapist to help manage chronic pain symptoms […]
Back pain remedies to alleviate your pain
About 80 percent of Americans experience a back problem at some point in their life. Back pain can be triggered by strenuous activities such as weight lifting or gardening. The most effective way of alleviating back pain is a multifaceted approach that combines some core strengthening exercises, simple daily activities and physical therapy. Here are […]
Gait analysis in Kalamazoo, MI
For many patients, leg pain may develop slowly over time. The discomfort increases gradually enough that you don’t even notice the hitch in your step until someone else points it out to you. Getting a gait analysis performed is the first step in identifying the problem. The Armor Physical Therapy office in Kalamazoo, Michigan can […]
Lower back pain treatment
While the vast majority of people will experience some back pain in their life, not everyone will have the severe discomfort that causes them to seek lower back pain treatment. For those that do experience chronic back pain, finding relief can seem like a full-time job. How do you sort through all the conflicting advice, […]