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Carpal tunnel physical therapy: 4 PT techniques your program may include
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve in the carpal tunnel passageway in the upper wrist and lower hand becomes compressed. Compression of the median nerve can result from muscle tension, repetitive strain, hormonal changes or genetic...
4 common causes of a pinched nerve in the lower back
A pinched nerve, also known as a compressed nerve, is a condition that occurs when a nerve somewhere in the body becomes pinched or compressed. It's usually pinched by the bones, tendons, cartilage or muscles around it. It affects an estimated 85 out of every...
TMJ dysfunction physical therapy: 4 benefits it can offer you
TMJ dysfunction is when the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) becomes painful and difficult to move. Disorders of the TMJ affect nearly 5% to 12% of the population in the U.S., making it a prevalent condition. Do you think you may be dealing with TMJ dysfunction? Get to...
6 top reasons to try a heating pad for your lower back pain (and other treatments that can help)
If you’ve ever experienced lower back pain, you know the toll it can take on your daily life. From discomfort while doing simple tasks to experiencing sleep disruption, it can be a downright frustrating experience. Fear not! Several practical and effective solutions...
8 hand conditions that hand physical therapy can tackle
Your hands are one of the most useful and important parts of your body. They are made up of 27 bones and many muscles, tendons, and ligaments that allow you to perform a wide range of daily and complex issues. Unfortunately, your hands are also susceptible to injury....
Supportive physical therapy for your concussion: 6 PT techniques that can help
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body. This injury leads to the brain’s temporary disruption. Concussions are common, resulting in approximately 3.8 million injuries a year. Most concussions are...
Rotator cuff injury: What does treatment and recovery time look like?
The rotator cuff is an area in the shoulder made up of tendons and muscles around the joint. The tendons and muscles keep your shoulder bone in your socket and allow the shoulder to function as it should. If one of the tendons in your rotator cuff becomes torn, the...
Concussion rehabilitation: When to see a doctor
A concussion, also known as a traumatic brain injury (TBI), is a condition that involves impaired brain function as a result of a traumatic injury to the head. Concussions affect nearly 29% of all adults in the U.S. at least once in their lifetimes. Concussions are...
Massage (and other treatment options) for lower back pain
Has lower back pain been the source of your discomfort for way too long? About 23% of people in the world struggle with lower back pain, according to research. If your pain has led you to avoid performing everyday activities, you’re one of the many who would likely...
Low back pain exercises: At-home or in-the-gym options
Low back pain is a condition that affects a large number of people across the world, and that number is only projected to grow within the next 20 years. Low back pain can cause significant difficulties in performing tasks like standing, sitting, brushing teeth and...
