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5 potential causes of Achilles tendon pain

Heel and Ankle Pain
August 19th, 2024

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...

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Physical Therapy Home Exercises for Hip Pain

July 15th, 2024

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...

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14 questions to ask prospective PT employers before joining their team

March 1st, 2024

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...

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3 interview questions providers commonly ask when searching for a physical therapist

interview questions for a physical therapist
November 6th, 2023

The physical therapy industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States. In fact, physical therapy employment is projected to increase by 15% by the year 2032. Are you among the many...

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Can’t bend your knee without pain? Here are five potential reasons why

Five Potential Reasons You Can’t Bend Your Knee Without Pain
October 4th, 2023

Knee pain is a common complaint that can affect anyone. It affects approximately 25% of adults and limits their abilities to perform their normal daily activities. The knee is a joint that is responsible...

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Rotator cuff physical therapy exercises for student-athletes

Rotator Cuff Physical Therapy Exercises for Student-Athletes
August 1st, 2023

We all put our shoulders through wear and tear on a daily basis, especially people who participate in strenuous fitness activities and sports. Nearly every sport requires ample mobility of the shoulder, from tossing...

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4 treatments & 3 tips for golf-related knee pain

Mid adult man squatting on golf course
July 6th, 2023

Although golf can seem like a low energy output sport, it still requires the same precautions and preparations as all other sports. In golfing, you use your entire body in an athletic stance to...

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Physical therapy for flat feet: What your sessions can include and what you can do at home

May 5th, 2023

The weight of our bodies is carried by our knees, feet and ankles. The foot is an amazing complex structure that takes a huge amount of force with every step taken. The arch of...

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The pros and cons of dry needling

April 5th, 2023

Dry needling is a technique that can be used by health care professionals to treat muscle pain, inflammation, tightness and injury. It involves the use of thin, hollow needles that are inserted into the...

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Should nerve pain after Achilles tendon surgery worry you?

March 3rd, 2023

Feeling nerve pain following an Achilles tendon surgery does happen. But, physical therapists can help you address and manage nerve pain successfully if you do develop it following surgery. Achilles tendon surgery is a...

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