If you’ve ever dealt with back pain, you know it’s not just about the discomfort—it can throw your entire day off balance. A bulging disc, in particular, is one of those sneaky issues that can creep up and make even simple activities feel overwhelming. So, what exactly is a bulging disc? Think of it like […]
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Chronic pain is a silent epidemic, touching the lives of 50 million individuals. Yet, a staggering reality is that only 12 million in the United States have sought the transformative power of outpatient physical or occupational therapy. Physical therapy not only alleviates pain but also aids in restoring mobility, improving strength, and enhancing overall well-being.
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Do you frequently notice an imbalance, dizziness, or unsteadiness that makes you feel as if you may fall over at any given time? Have you suffered from a fall in the past? Are you worried that you may be at risk of sustaining a fall-related injury? Loss of balance can happen at any age due
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Have you noticed that since injuring your ankle or foot, your balance seems off? Are you looking for exercises to help your balance and improve your confidence? Our physical therapists at Total Performance Physical Therapy in Hatfield understand balance and the most effective exercises to ensure you can live the life you want! Many factors
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Are your aching joints from arthritis making it difficult for you to go about your daily routine? Did you know that several painful conditions related to aging respond to aquatic therapy? At Total Performance Physical Therapy in Hatfield, our team of therapists uses the healing properties of water to help our patients get relief and
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Do you have a major surgery scheduled soon? If you answered yes, you’re probably concerned about how long it will take you to heal and return to your typical routine: work, caring for your family, seeing friends, and traveling on vacation. You’re not alone, most people are worried about how long it will take them
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It\’s no secret that neurological illnesses can be restricting and debilitating, causing you to change your daily routine. While this can be aggravating, aquatic therapy treatment can help you regain function so you can resume living your life on your own terms! For more information on how aquatic therapy at Total Performance Physical Therapy in
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This exercise strengthens your hip pain abductors, which are important muscles that help you walk correctly. When stepping forward with your right foot, the abductors on your left prevents your body weight from falling over to the right. The abductors on the right do the same when stepping forward with your left foot. To do
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If your shins hurt after your daily run or after performing a quick jog, you may be experiencing medial tibial stress syndrome, or what is more commonly referred to as shin splints. Shin splints are commonly seen in jumping and running athletes, as well as in military personnel, however many individuals are stumped as to
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What is Nerve Entrapment? Information to our muscles and organs are transmitted from our brain and spinal cord through nerves. Nerve entrapment is when a nerve or nerve root is trapped or compressed under a confined space. A muscle, bone or other type of soft tissue can be compressing or narrowing a space that a
