If you’re active in athletics, you know all too well that injuries are a part of the game. But that doesn’t mean all sports injuries are inevitable. There’s a lot you can do to recover more quickly and surely, or to prevent injuries from happening in the first place. First,...
Plantar fasciitis is a condition that affects the fascia in the foot and causes pain. The cause of plantar fasciitis may be due to a tear or injury in the connective tissue between the heel bone and Achilles tendon. It is also related to overuse of your muscles on the...
Welcome to HealthPlus Physical Therapy’s comprehensive guide on TMJ self-care tips. Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) can cause discomfort and pain in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, affecting your daily life. While seeking professional treatment is crucial, incorporating self-care techniques into your routine can greatly enhance your TMJ management. At...
Wrist pain is a common condition that can be caused by many different things. It can be a symptom of an injury, or it may occur for no apparent reason at all. Wrist pain is often associated with arthritis and other joint problems, but it can also be caused by...
A muscle spasm is a sudden tightening of your muscles that you cannot control. There are a number of reasons you may be experiencing painful muscle spasms in your shoulder. You may have recently recovered from a car accident or sports injury. Or, you may work at a job that requires you to repeat...
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...
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...
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...
Spinal stenosis is a condition where narrowing within the vertebrae of the spinal column results in too much pressure on the spinal cord (central stenosis) or nerves (lateral stenosis). Spinal stenosis may occur in the neck or in the low back. This can cause pain, numbness and other symptoms in...
Carpal tunnel syndrome is an example of a wrist injury that most people in Edison, New Jersey, residents are familiar with it. However, there are also other wrist injuries that are very common. For example, it might be beneficial for you to be able to recognize a scapholunate wrist ligament...