Category: Joint Pain

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Improving Wrist Pain through Physical Therapy

November 6th, 2023

There are so many activities that we perform daily that require pushing through the wrist and hand. When healthy, you may not notice how frequently we rely on the wrist to help us to, for example, push up from a chair, push a door open, carry heavier objects, or support the body as we change

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Adding This Type of Exercise Can Help Reduce Risk of Ankle Injury

October 19th, 2023

Many people heavily focus on strength training and/or cardio exercise to improve their fitness and overall sport performance. These are both key components that can help performance, but there is one other type of training that has been shown to be beneficial in prevention of ankle injuries. Studies evaluating ankle injuries in soccer players have

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Total Hip Replacements and Physical Therapy

October 10th, 2023

Total hip replacement (THR), also known as hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that can be life-changing for individuals suffering from hip pain and limited mobility due to conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or hip fractures. While the surgery itself is a significant step towards pain relief and improved function, the journey to full recovery

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Is Disc Herniation Causing Your Back Pain?

September 29th, 2023

Many people are familiar with the idea that issues pertaining to discs can result in severe back pain, but there is often some uncertainty about what this means and what is happening. Back pain can occur for many reasons, but disc herniation often has specific characteristics that make it easier to identify this condition.  What

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Jaw Clicking: A Closer Look at the TMJ

September 26th, 2023

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) allows you to open and close your mouth and shift your jaw forward and backward and side-to-side. Normally, these motions are pain-free and smooth. In some cases, opening and closing of the jaw can cause clicking and pain. This is something that may warrant a closer look to identify any problems

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What Causes Stiff Joints? Understanding Joint Stiffness and Its Remedies

September 19th, 2023

Joint stiffness is a common complaint among people of all ages, and it can significantly impact one’s mobility and quality of life. Stiff joints can occur in various parts of the body, such as the knees, hips, shoulders, and hands. In this blog post, we’ll explore the causes of stiff joints and discuss how physical

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Could Ankle Weakness Contribute To Your Knee Pain?

September 13th, 2023

We may think about our ankles and knees as separate joints but what happens at one is likely affecting the motion of the other. For this reason, if there is inadequate muscular support, excess forces can be placed through a joint. This can present as pain in one or both joints when tasked with more

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Knee Pain & Swelling After Exercise? Physical Therapy Can Help

August 21st, 2023

Pain and swelling in a joint can be caused by a number of reasons. It can prevent you from participating in some of your favorite activities; whether it be hiking, biking, running, or simply walking for exercise.  Joint Pain & Swelling One of the most common causes of joint pain and swelling in the knee

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Shoulder or Arm Pain After Throwing? This May Be Why

August 7th, 2023

Throwing is a complex motion that requires many muscles to work together in a precise way to ensure adequate power and accuracy. With high repetition, structures in the shoulder can become damaged or inflamed and cause pain afterward. This article will discuss several possible causes of this type of pain.  1) Rotator Cuff Injury  The

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