Health Blog Category: Aches and Pains
Surgery May Make Your Pain Worse. Try Physical Therapy Instead
Do you suffer from constant aches and pains for reasons you just can’t put your finger on that cause you to feel the need to turn down fun plans and opportunities? Have you gotten used to feeling a spasm here or there, but summed it up to getting older? Dealing with a chronic pain problem can really suck the fun out of aging.
Maybe you’ve delayed seeking medical treatment for your problem because you’re afraid of one particular solution: surgery.
Read full blog3 Benefits Of Physical Therapy You Don’t Want To Miss Out On!
Back pain is a total drag, plain and simple. Many people get fed up after years of dealing with it and consider costly surgeries or addictive pain medication to handle the problem. However, what they may not know is that surgery and opioids aren’t the only options available to people suffering from this condition.
If you’ve been dealing with chronic back pain and are thinking about surgery to finally feel some relief, contact our clinic today to learn about how working with a physical therapist can be an alternative solution to your chronic back pain.
Read full blogThe Truth About Daily Stretching: Is It Really Exercise?
Getting a full night’s rest, staying hydrated during the day, and eating well-balanced meals are the most commonly shared tips when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, maintaining your heart health, and nervous system. But this probably isn’t news to you! There are a ton of different factors that contribute to maintaining your health. However common this information may be, this is just scraping the surface, as there are so many other aspects of your body that need your full support and attention to stay in proper working condition!
Read full blogGot Hip and Knee Pain? A Solution To Your Problem Lies With A Physical Therapist
In recent years, do you find yourself saying “no” to certain activities because of your hip or knee pain? Know that if this is the case, you’re not alone! Hip and knee pain plagues an alarming number of individuals every year, but the good news is that there is help on the horizon through physical therapy.
Physical therapy may be a great option for you, whether your pain is experienced when you’re sitting or moving.
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Recover Faster with These Tips!
What comes to mind when you think of recovering from an injury, surgical procedure, or painful area? Most people may imagine lots of rest, with little to no movement, and lounging on the couch until you feel better.
While rest is undeniably important to recovery, so is exercise – and a healthy amount of exercise will likely help you feel better and recover faster.
Read full blogWhat’s Causing Your Back Pain? How to Tell If It’s From a Herniated Disc
Is a Herniated Disc the Root of Your Back Pain?
A herniated disc refers to an issue with one of the rubbery cushions that are in between the vertebrae. A spinal disc has a soft jellylike interior with a tougher exterior.
Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremity symptoms can indicate a variety of potential problems – including one or more herniated discs.
Read full blogReduce Your Aches and Pains with the Help of a Nutritional Diet
If you work with a physical therapist to help manage a chronic pain condition, you will probably receive some nutritional advice as part of the process.
Physical therapists are not nutritionists, but providing nutritional advice to patients is well within the scope of a physical therapist’s duties. For some chronic conditions, dietary changes can make the biggest difference in reducing or eliminating pain.
Certain foods have been known to alleviate inflammation, where some foods can aggravate it.
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