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How Seniors Can Effectively Manage Knee Pain (Without Surgery)
A straightforward look at why knee pain lingers—and how older adults can respond with confidence. Knee pain in seniors is one of the most common reasons they stop doing the…
Why Your Shoulder Pain Isn’t Going Away—and What to Do Instead
Clinically Proven Approaches to Shoulder Pain That Actually Work So… the ice packs didn’t work. Rest days didn’t help. And those stretches you found online aren’t cutting it either. It…
Great Stretch for Stiff or Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), causes stiffness and pain in the shoulder. It may start slowly, and then worsen over time. The issue will usually resolve over a period of a…
Exploring the Mechanisms Behind Dry Needling: Understanding Its Therapeutic Effects
Dry needling has emerged as a popular therapeutic technique for managing musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This technique involves the insertion of fine needles into specific trigger points or tight muscle…
Treating Arthritis With Physical Therapy
We often get asked whether physical therapy is a good option for managing arthritis. Arthritis is a chronic condition that affects the joints and can cause pain, stiffness, and limited…
Scapular dyskinesis
Scapular dyskinesis, also known as scapular winging or dyskinesia, is a condition characterized by abnormal movement or positioning of the scapula (shoulder blade). The scapula is a triangular bone located…
Dry needling to treat neuropathy
As a physical therapist, I’ve seen many patients with neuropathy who have struggled to find effective treatments for their pain. While there is no single cure for neuropathy, dry needling…
Healing Knee Pain Naturally Without Medications, Injections, or Surgery
The knee is a complicated joint. It’s the largest joint in the body, and it has multiple ligaments and muscles that support it. When there is an injury or strain…
Laser Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment option for rheumatoid arthritis. It uses light to reduce pain, inflammation, and improve circulation.
The Benefits of Taking Ice Baths
Ice baths have become increasingly popular as a recovery method among professional athletes, health and fitness enthusiasts. As such, many people consider them an important part of their training regimen….