Hamstring strains are common in sports involving high speed dynamic movements such as soccer, football, hockey or any activities involving rapid changes in knee position. These injuries can cause significant pain and limit one’s participation in daily activities. This article will discuss the anatomy of the hamstrings, causes of strains, and information on recovering from
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6 Reasons to See a Physical Therapist
February 13th, 20231) Pain Management Pain can occur due to many reasons: falls, muscle imbalances, sports, and more. We are able to help you address the impairment and provide manual techniques along with an individualized program to correct any imbalances to help you get back moving without pain. 2) Avoid Surgery Physical therapy has proven to be
Treatment Options For A Torn Meniscus
February 10th, 2023Knee injuries are common among those who engage in recreational sports or exercise. One of the most prevalent injuries are meniscus tears. This can occur acutely during activity or happen gradually over time. Regardless of the mechanism of injury, a torn meniscus can lead to significant knee pain and subsequent disability. What is The Meniscus?
Hip Thrust vs Bridging Exercises
February 8th, 2023Which Exercise is Best? The Bridge and Hip Thrust are commonly used exercises in physical therapy as well in the gym. A recent study has examined muscle activity during both of the exercises. Though they seem similar, the exercises differ in muscle activation. The muscles examined in the study include: the erector spinae, which extend
Neck Pain? Physical Therapy Can Help
February 7th, 2023Neck pain is commonly reported with an estimated annual prevalence ranging from 30-50% of adults. Of those who experience this problem, approximately 30% will develop chronic, long-term symptoms. Therefore, it is evident that neck pain, also called cervicalgia, should be addressed in a timely manner with emphasis on promoting long-term improvements. This article will discuss
Physical Therapy Can Help With Falls
February 3rd, 2023Demographics A recent study has analyzed the occurrence of falls in the population. The study found that there was an increased risk of falls in: women compared to men and those who are fearful of falling (Lim, 2019). Similarly, there is an increase in occurrence of falls with an increase in age as well as
Dizzy When Turning Your Head?
February 1st, 2023Do you get a feeling of dizziness or vertigo when you get in/out of bed? How about when you are walking/driving and turn your head? Or rolling over in bed? If any of these activities cause dizziness, you may have a disturbance in the organs of your inner ear. What Happened? Inside our ears, there
Piriformis Syndrome: A Cause of Hip & Leg Pain
January 25th, 2023Pain in the back of the hip and leg can make completion of everyday tasks difficult and can limit a person’s ability to engage in their favorite activities. One condition that can contribute to this type of pain is Piriformis Syndrome. This article will discuss the pathoanatomical features and symptoms commonly seen with this condition.
Recovering From a Sprained Ankle
January 20th, 2023You Rolled Your Ankle… Rolling your ankle is a common injury many people experience. The ankle frequently “rolls” causing the foot to come inward relative to the lower leg (shin). This motion can cause damage to the tendons and ligaments on the outer, or lateral, portion of the ankle. Most often the fibers of these
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