When patients come to physical therapy, they seek assistance and guidance in overcoming their physical ailments so they can live life at it highest quality. Physical therapists use a variety of treatment options to aid patients. When coming to physical therapy it is common to receive therapeutic exercise, hands-on therapy, and even education and advice […]
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Back injuries are extremely common especially in an outpatient physical therapy setting such as Total Performance Physical Therapy. Low back pain patients generally make up approximately 50% of the patient profiles seen throughout the course of the day. Here are a few low back pain statistics for you: 60-80% of the population will experience low
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If your arm hurts when you raise it, you’ve probably wondered what exactly is causing this pain that’s interfering with your everyday life. You may have even wandered the internet, typing in “my arm hurts when I raise it”, hoping to self-diagnose and treat it on your own. During your search, you’ve likely come across
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For as long as I remember, anytime anyone has massaged my shoulders, I would get, “Wow, you’re tight!” Trust me, I got the memo. Having been a competitive figure skater from ages 7 to 17, I was accustomed to carrying too heavy bags on my shoulders. Not only was the equipment bag heavy, but I
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On April 12, 2013, Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant tore his Achilles tendon late in the 4th quarter against the Golden State Warriors. Bryant is 34 years old and has been in the NBA for 16 years. His projected return to play ranges from 9 months to a year. This is a substantial amount
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I am a 39-year old female who discovered running in the past few years. I first started to have symptoms with my right IT band and looked for a treatment on the internet. The IT band did resolve for a while but then I started with a shin split in my left leg. I went
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Bike stores have increased the selling point of the proper fit of a bike. They are correct in this; a bike needs to properly fit your body and your biking style to give you the most pleasant ride. Whether you ride mountain bike, road bike or a trail bike, there is a chance that you
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When it comes to running, most runners have their preference as to their favorite running surface. Some enjoy running on a treadmill. A treadmill helps to maintain your desired pace, keep track of your calories burnt, and is accessible in any weather condition. Others enjoy running outside on asphalt or in the grass. The freedom
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Doesn’t it feel great to get out there and play? Whether it’s basketball, football, hockey, soccer, or whatever sport you enjoy, it feels good to move like you used to. Then one day, while you’re playing, you feel this sharp pain shoot into your groin or down your leg. What’s going on? It’s a good
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Joint replacements are becoming more common surgeries. This is likely due to a number of factors. Individuals are participating in more activities that wear down the joints. People are bigger, both in height and weight, than they were in previous generations and they are living longer. Also, the surgical process has become very well perfected.
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