You might expect to develop wrist pain if you’re doing assembly line work or some other active job, but most office workers don’t expect to develop this type of pain. You’re not alone. Many office workers develop wrist pain from typing and using a mouse all day. Fortunately, there are...
Are you experiencing neck pain and in need of urgent relief? Data Shows Neck pain affects roughly 30% to 50% of adults. Fortunately, physical therapy may be able to help you ease neck pain. A variety of different treatment methods exist just for neck pain, including a category of physical...
We don’t realize how important our knees are until they begin to hurt. That’s why you shouldn’t ignore knee pain if you experience it. When you experience knee discomfort or even pain, it can make getting around difficult. We rely on our knees for the unimpeded movement of our legs...
There it is — that old, familiar twinge in your ankle. Often, it is a pain that you have learned to live with over the course of many years. Other times, the ankle pain is utterly debilitating, causing you to miss out on daily activities. Are you wondering if you...
Benefits of Stretching in the Morning! by Health Plus Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center, Edison, NJ
Practice makes perfect. Well, the same thought process goes for healing after a major surgery — especially if you recently had rotator cuff surgery. Many people think that you’re not supposed to move at all after a surgical procedure. But once your physician has told you it’s safe for you...
It’s time to make your annual physical therapy exam appointment. Yearly appointments are a key component to helping you maintain or improve your overall health — especially regarding your bone and joint health. Maintaining bone health is crucial, as bones support you and allow you to move. One of the things...
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...
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...
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...