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1 Aug, 2022

What role can anxiety play in people developing chronic pain?

Research has shown that chronic pain and anxiety are frequently linked. Pain receptors in the brain alert the body of potential dangers and can trigger a “fight or flight” response. However, when the body’s pain receptors are continuously set off and, in turn, the fight-or-flight response also, a person can develop abnormal adaptations like chronic

13 Jul, 2022

5 tips that can keep you out of sports physical therapy

People of all ages and skill levels enjoy playing sports, and for good reason. Participating in sports benefits both your physical health and your mental well-being and is also an important social activity for many people. Unfortunately, sports-related injuries happen every day and can put you on the sidelines before you know it. The CDC

6 Jul, 2022

What can PT do for the hip pain I feel when sleeping on either side?

Approximately 50% of older adults report experiencing hip or knee pain at some point in their lifetimes. Hip pain can be extremely discouraging for those who experience it on a daily basis. It can interfere with daily activities and make it hard to stay active. It can also make it hard during your less active

2 Jun, 2022

The 3 parts of your spinal anatomy that are likely behind your lower back pain

Lower back pain affects almost 8% of the population worldwide and also is the number one cause of disability in the world. Back pain is frustrating to deal with, especially if it interferes with the activities you partake in daily. It’s also notoriously difficult to pinpoint, making it harder than the average condition to successfully

1 Jun, 2022

Everything you should know before signing up for dry needling near you

What exactly is dry needling? Dry needling is a technique that physical therapists use to help reduce pain in muscles that are stiff and sore. The therapist inserts a thin, stainless steel sterile needle directly into the sore muscle. The needle stimulates the muscle and encourages it to spasm, which helps to reduce tension and

16 May, 2022

Wrist ligaments: How you might injure them and how PT can help you treat them

Ligaments are the fibrous connective tissue inside of your wrist that connect your bones to one another. They help your bones to move as well as help stabilize your joints. Our wrists and hands are made up of many small bones. As a result, there are many ligaments inside the hands that help us to

2 May, 2022

4 steps you can take to make sleeping with shoulder pain easier

Few things are as important to your health and wellness than a good night’s sleep. Lack of quality sleep can contribute to a host of health problems, including fatigue, high blood pressure and reduced mental clarity. Neurological disorders such as anxiety and depression are also more common among adults who don’t get the recommended amount

28 Apr, 2022

4 stages your ankle surgery recovery plan may include

The ankle is a complex joint, with many bones, muscles and ligaments that help us to get around. Because of its complex nature, the ankle needs ample time to recover after surgery. Some ankle surgeries can take up to a year to fully recover from. Recovering from surgery can be a long and stressful process.

20 Apr, 2022

Is physical therapy able to ease my pelvic pain?

If you are experiencing pelvic pain, it may be due to a condition known as pelvic floor dysfunction. This is a condition that affects both men and women, although it is very common among women who have recently given birth. Pain in your pelvic area is often accompanied by poor bladder control, hip and lower

15 Apr, 2022

Why does my wrist pop when I rotate it?

We rely on our wrists for almost everything. Opening doors, looking at our phone screens and even the task of eating all rely on our ability to turn our wrists. But have you ever heard a clicking or popping sound when you rotate your wrist? The popping sound you hear when you rotate your