What causes throbbing pain in the neck? The answer can be rather terrifying. In some rare cases, throbbing neck pain is the only symptom of a torn artery. However, most people who experience this type of pain are dealing with a condition called occipital neuralgia. Occipital Neuralgia Occipital Neuralgia is...
What is the runner’s knee? Runner’s knee, or patellofemoral syndrome, is an injury that can cause a dull, achy pain at the front of the knee and around the kneecap. It’s common for runners, cyclists, and for those who participate in sports involving jumping. one study reveals that almost 23% of...
During the winter season, joint pains and stiffened muscles are the most common health problem plaguing the lives of older people. There is a 50 percent spike in the number of old age seeking treatment for bone and joint problems during winter. For many Rheumatoid arthritis patients, pain, swelling, stiffness,...
The knee is a complex joint, and one of the many structures in this joint is the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). If you’ve recently torn your ACL in Edison, New Jersey, you may be looking for ways to shorten your recovery time and avoid surgery. Physical therapists can help you...
A physical therapist helps take care of patients in all phases of healing, from initial diagnosis through the restorative and preventive stages of recovery. Physical therapy may be a standalone option, or it may support other treatments. But there are some common misconceptions that often discourage people from seeking physical...
Like most Americans, you probably spend a lot of time sitting — in your car, at your desk, on the couch. Even if you balance out your time in the chair with trips to the gym. Research shows that too much sitting can up your risk of breast and colon...
Do you want to relieve of Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Pain? Whether you’re experiencing pain due to an injury, ailment, or some other underlying condition, it can greatly impact your quality of life. You use your elbows, wrists, and hands constantly throughout the day – but nothing will make you...
Move with Comfort and Ease with the Help of our Physical Therapists! The knee is considered a hinge joint while the hip is a ball-and-socket joint. They are both complex joints with a network of muscles, tendons, ligaments, bone, and cartilage all working together to keep you moving. With this...
Getting enough high-quality sleep is important to your general health and well-being. When you’re well-rested, it’s easier to make better decisions about what food to eat and to fit in more physical activity during the day. Here are some ways that you can improve your sleeping posture and get more...
Opioids are the most common form of chronic pain management for patients in the U.S. Unfortunately, they also are highly addictive with a number of detrimental side effects. However, there are several ways you can manage your chronic pain without risking addiction or relapse if you already have recovered from...