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Physical Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes pain in the heel and arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis affects the band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot during exercise, sports, running, and walking: the plantar fascia. Plantar fasciitis can affect...
The Benefits of a Consistent Home Exercise Program
What is a home exercise program? A home exercise program (HEP) is one of the most important components of physical therapy. An HEP is a group of individualized exercises prescribed by a physical therapist (PT) for the patient to perform at home. Initially, the PT...
Benefits of a Strong Core
When people hear that it is important to have a strong core, they often think that this means strengthening their abdominal muscles. While the abdominal muscles are certainly part of the core, there are many more vital muscles that make up the core of all humans. ...
How Your Posture Affects Your Shoulders
Shoulder pain is a very common complaint and can make daily tasks like reaching overhead, lifting, and sleeping difficult. For many patients, shoulder pain can be related to their poor postural habits. Poor postural habits and prolonged slumped positions make the...
Preventing Running Injuries
Running can be a great way to enjoy time outside and keep your heart and body healthy. Many people choose running as a recreational exercise and some even run competitively in races. While running is a valuable cardiovascular activity and a fun form of exercise for...
How Physical Therapy Can Help with Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by your body “hurting all over,” which can leave you feeling tired and exhausted. It is a chronic condition that causes widespread pain, tenderness, and stiffness. The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. It can be...
Surprising Reasons Why Cash Pay PT is Beneficial for Patients
Most people have health insurance, and understably assume that it always makes the most sense to use their health insurance when accessing any kind of healthcare services. While traditional health insurance has certain benefits, it also comes with many costs that...
Physical Therapy For Headaches
Headaches are one of the most common forms of pain and most people will experience headaches at some point in their lives. The main symptom of headaches is pain in the head and face. Headaches can range from annoying to debilitating, but no matter the severity,...
Ways Physical Therapy Can Alleviate Osteoarthritis Symptoms
While there are many different types of arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common. OA is a degenerative joint disease that affects joints and surrounding structures and tissues, causing pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility. OA most commonly affects hands,...
Benefits of Regular Exercise and Tips for Getting Started
Exercising is one of the most important ways that people can maintain and improve their health. Being physically active helps improve sleep, brain health, quality of life, and mental wellness. It also helps to reduce the risk of diseases such as hypertension, heart...