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3 interview questions providers commonly ask when searching for a physical therapist
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...
Can’t bend your knee without pain? Here are five potential reasons why
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...
5 top exercises for hip pain that you should be using
Your hips are integral to all forms of movement as they work to help you move, walk, and run, and hip pain can inhibit your ability to move and function in your everyday life....
Rotator cuff physical therapy exercises for student-athletes
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...
4 treatments & 3 tips for golf-related knee pain
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...
7 benefits of aquatic therapy for chronic pain
We all know how enjoyable it can be to spend a day in the pool to deal with summer heat. But the pool can do more than just offer a way to cool down...
Physical therapy for flat feet: What your sessions can include and what you can do at home
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...
The pros and cons of dry needling
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...
Should nerve pain after Achilles tendon surgery worry you?
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...
Can you elevate an injury too much?
Yes, it is possible to elevate an injury too much. Elevation is a technique commonly used to treat many musculoskeletal injuries ranging from foot fractures to tendinitis in your knees. Elevating injuries in your...