Physical therapists play a critical role in health care. According to Medical News Today, physical therapists are licensed and trained “movement experts” qualified by the American Physical Therapy Association. Physical therapists are often seen for follow-up care after an illness or an injury to help the patient recover. You may participate in some exercises during …
Sports injuries are common among athletes and other physically active people. Luckily, after surgery, professional help can help you get back on track. Post-operative physical therapy helps individuals recover from surgery and health issues associated with it. Let’s learn more about what they do. What Do Physical Therapists Do? These professionals assess the physical abilities …
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According to The Good Body, on average, 100-200 people are seen at an average physical therapy (PT) clinic every week. Most athletes start their PT journey after an injury or surgery. Physical therapy is an effective way to increase athletic performance, especially after a long period of downtime. Plus, it’s not just professional athletes who …
Choosing the best physical therapy clinic for you can be daunting with so many options. According to The Good Body, there are 38,800 physical therapy clinics in the United States. While choosing one may seem like a task, there are some key factors to keep in mind that’ll help you make the best decision for your needs. …
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Running is a “simple” form of exercise. You don’t need any special equipment, you just go out and run, right? After buying two new pairs of running shoes, new running clothes, race entry fees, a fancy new Garmin/FitBit, and a new water bottle, let me tell you that running is not necessarily a cheap/easy hobby! …
Yoga is a spiritual and ascetic discipline and is widely practiced for health and relaxation. Yoga translates to union in Sanskrit. It utilizes breath control, simple meditation and relaxation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures. Yoga is a gentle way to improve your posture, balance, and coordination. Yoga is aimed at developing harmony in …
Foot biomechanics add an interesting dimension to structural symmetry and leg length. People experience leg length changes not because it is a “normal” condition as many are led to believe. Leg length changes may be caused by hip dysplasia or fractures of the femur when the growth plate is open. But most commonly, leg length …
Knee osteoarthritis (or knee OA) can be an intimidating topic. You may have heard that knee OA is a “slow progressive” condition, which may leave you with little hope that things could ever get better without receiving a knee replacement surgery. Although this traditional view of knee OA is widespread, the course of this condition …
Hamstring strains are an extremely prevalent injury across many sports and commonly result in athletes taking time away from training to recover. Athletes participating in sports involving high-speed sprinting and kicking (such as soccer, football, track, and dance) are especially vulnerable to injury because of the substantial demands these activities place on the hamstring muscles. …
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HELP! My head hurts! How do I tell if this is a headache or a migraine? When will it go away? What can I do to prevent headaches? Can physical therapy really help? A headache is a pain in your head that can cause aching or pressure that usually occurs on both sides of the …
