Three ways personal training can help improve athletic performance for athletes at all levels
Professional athletes. People involved in amateur sports leagues. Men and women who play a sport with friends on the weekends. What do all these athletes have in common? They can all benefit from personal training. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that there were almost 357,000 fitness trainers working in the U.S. in 2018. […]
Four conditions that cause pain in the shoulder blade area
The shoulder blades protect the intricate array of soft tissue that connects the arm to the torso, making it an extremely important connection point in the skeletal system. However, if pain develops here, it can be disruptive to your daily activities and quality of life. There is a wide range of potential causes for pain […]
How to stop dizziness naturally with physical therapy
Feeling faint, woozy, unsteady or weak. All these words are used to describe dizziness. This issue is often a side effect of some medications, but it can also be caused by inner ear problems, dehydration or low blood sugar. It’s estimated that more than 2 million American adults report frequent dizziness. Figuring out how to […]
Chronic, dull pain in the hip when standing and walking
Hip pain can be contributed to a number of issues ranging from a pulled muscle to arthritis of the hip joint. The type of pain and how long it lasts is typically indicative of the cause of your pain. For example, a sharp pain in the hip when exercising could mean that you have an […]
Five reasons why it’s important to have physical therapy after surgery
Deciding to undergo any type of surgery constitutes a significant life event. It can be a large source of stress and anxiety because there’s so much that goes into ensuring a successful procedure, from choosing a surgeon to making your pre- and post-operative preparations. Even if the surgery itself goes as smoothly as possible, your […]
Do your hips feel stuck? Here’s what could be going on
If your hips feel stuck, it can be for a variety of reasons. Hips that feel stiff and immobile could be related to a degenerative condition such as arthritis, while the underlying cause could also be related to a hip impingement or hip dislocation if there is also pain involved. The fact of the matter […]
Three reasons you have wrist popping and pain
From driving to preparing a meal to doing pretty much any job, we need properly functioning wrists. However, since we put so much stress on these relatively delicate and intricate joints, wrist problems can be a frequent occurrence. One of the most frequently encountered concerns is wrist popping and pain. The popping sensation, also known […]
Hip arthritis treatment — why physical therapy?
Since it is so closely related to the natural aging process, arthritis of the hip is not a curable or reversible condition. This makes the primary goal of hip arthritis treatment managing symptoms and maintaining quality of life. With the main symptoms being aches, pains and stiffness, physical movement can become extremely difficult, but it’s […]
Pelvic floor therapy exercises with a professional
Issues such as pelvic pain and incontinence can have a severe effect on your quality of life. One of the most common causes for many people is myofascial pain in the pelvic floor muscles. This can be related to childbirth, injury or natural age-related changes, but according to Harvard Health, it very often goes undetected […]
Sciatica pain treatment — do stretches work?
Sciatica pain can have a disruptive effect on nearly every aspect of your life, taking you away from your favorite people and activities. Whether it’s caused by lower back problems, a muscle strain, pregnancy or other causes, the symptoms of sciatic nerve compression should not be ignored. By working with qualified professionals to develop a […]
Elbow pain when bending and straightening — steps to relief
There are many sports-related injuries and repetitive motions that can contribute to elbow pain that is more pronounced during bending and straightening motions. For example, one of the most common conditions that causes these symptoms is called tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis. This inflammation of the elbow joint caused by repetitive motions like swinging a […]
Knee arthritis exercises to avoid — and ones that help
Osteoarthritis is an extremely common, almost unavoidable, condition that affects millions of people. Due to the effects of aging, the cartilage that cushions the joints becomes more brittle and starts to wear down over time. This in turn leads to increased bone-on-bone contact and the joint inflammation that is the primary indicator of this condition. […]