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5 potential causes of Achilles tendon pain
Are you dealing with terrible pain in your ankle and the back of your heel? Achilles tendon pain most often occurs due to injury, and athletes are most likely to experience it. One study...
Expert Physical Therapy in New Orleans: Relieve Hip, Knee, Back & Neck Pain and More Today
When dealing with muscle soreness or joint discomfort, you might instinctively use a pain reliever, rest, and apply ice or heat. Although these home remedies can help, ongoing pain could signify the need for...
Physical Therapy Home Exercises for Hip Pain
Hip pain is a common problem that affects people of all ages, whether they are athletes, seniors, fitness enthusiasts, or active adults. Many who have had hip surgery also face recovery challenges. The good...
6 ways you can benefit from dry needling during physical therapy
When you think of physical therapy, many different things may come to mind. A physical therapist can guide you through targeted stretches, use their hands to loosen up tight muscles and even show you...
Benefits of Outpatient Physical Therapy
Outpatient physical therapy (PT) is a specialized rehabilitation service offered at a clinic, designed to help patients recover from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions by enhancing their strength, flexibility and overall function. Unlike in-patient...
Whiplash: 9 symptoms to look for
Imagine you’re driving down the road and suddenly you get rear-ended. The jolt of the impact throws you forward, making your head whip violently back and forth like you’re a rag doll. The accident...
3 key differences between aquatic therapy and swim class
In aquatic therapy, a licensed physical therapist conducts exercises and activities that target a painful and/or swollen area in your body. These exercises take place in a heated pool. For example, your physical therapist...
Struggling with burning pain in your knee? These 3 PT treatments can help
Have burning pain in your knee? Knee pain is a common condition, as about 25% of adults experience knee pain. Burning knee pain may make it difficult for you to walk and bend...
14 questions to ask prospective PT employers before joining their team
It’s natural to be curious and want to learn about a potential job opportunity as much as possible. Physical therapy employment opportunities are projected to increase by 15% by 2032. Job growth means more...
What does arthritis pain feel like?
You wake up ready to conquer your day, but your joints have other plans. You may feel a nagging discomfort, stiffness or even a throbbing sensation. What can be the culprit behind this irritating...