A knee contusion — also called a bone bruise on your knee — can be severely painful and may even make walking difficult for several weeks. Physical therapy is often recommended for a bone bruise on the knee to help speed up the recovery time. In some cases, a knee...
Physical therapists can help many people decrease their pain, improve their mobility and reduce the stiffness they feel in their joints. Physical Therapists can also teach you exercises that can help keep you moving as you get older. What else can physical therapists do to help treat arthritis? Physical therapists...
Falls are the top cause of accidents in people over the age of 65. Falls are also the main cause of serious injuries and accidental deaths in older people. Even older people who appear to be strong and well can fall. Falling is a real threat to your ability to...
Suffering from knee pain can be anywhere from periodic discomfort, to constant throbbing, and whether it’s due to a recent injury or a progressive condition that you’ve dealt with for an extended period, there are ways that you can treat knee pain to help you live more comfortably and as...
Strokes are a condition caused by a blockage in brain blood flow, and it’s estimated that they occur in about 800,000 Americans annually. Recovering from a stroke is more effective if you have an experienced team of medical professionals on your side. This team should include a physical therapist who’s well versed...
Hamstring injuries are common for certain people. For instance, people who play sports are at greater risk of a hamstring injury. Also, people who run a lot have a high risk of a hamstring injury. If you’ve injured your hamstring recently, you may be wondering where you can find the...
Swimming is considered a great form of physical activity because it strengthens multiple regions of the body. It can also improve flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. The lack of impact makes it a safe choice for avoiding lower-body injuries that are more common with land-based exercises. This is one reason why...
Depending on what occupation you work in, the kind of workplace injury you are liable to sustain differs. You can sustain a workplace injury at a desk job or on a construction site. The most common kind of workplace injury is simply overexertion and bodily reaction. Are you wondering if...
A car accident can be very shocking for our bodies. The impact of a car collision can cause numerous painful conditions that still linger long after the accident. However, Physical Therapy can effectively treat many of the conditions caused by car accidents. Are you wondering about the most common car...
A neck spasm occurs when your neck muscles suddenly, involuntarily tighten. Your neck becomes painful and stiff, likely affecting the ability to turn your head. An awkward neck movement or stress-related muscle tension is often what triggers a neck spasm. Neck spasms are painful involuntary muscle contractions. These can occur...