Have you ever heard the terms concentric and eccentric used to describe a movement or exercise? Both are types of isotonic muscle contractions, which are contractions where the tension of the muscle remains relatively the same while the length of the muscle changes. Concentric contractions are when the muscle shortens, while eccentric contractions are when
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Is Hip Impingement Keeping You From Being Active? PT can help!
December 10th, 2021The hip is one of the most mobile joints in the body, responsible for movement of the lower extremity. It also plays a significant role in stability as the largest weight bearing joint in the body. A healthy hip joint allows for mobility in daily life and in your favorite activities. This is especially important
Mid-Back Stiffness? Try These 4 Exercises to Improve Your Thoracic Mobility!
December 8th, 2021Do you find that you are often stiff and or sore right in the middle of your back? This area, known as the thoracic spine, commonly lacks mobility due to frequent, prolonged sitting and poor posture while working at a computer, driving, or performing other daily tasks in a relatively sedentary lifestyle. Sitting in a
Physical Therapy is Crucial to Your Joint Replacement Recovery
December 3rd, 2021Severe joint pain can be debilitating and limit one’s ability to function normally in daily life. Total joint replacements are commonly performed orthopedic procedures that can help restore mobility and improve quality of life in individuals with chronic joint pain. Although total joint replacements can be performed on many different joints throughout the body, the
Relieve Radiating Neck Pain with These 4 Exercises
December 1st, 2021Do you experience pain that starts at your neck and travels down to your shoulder, arm, and even your hands? Have you noticed that your arm feels weak or that your fingers feel numb and tingly? You may have a condition known as cervical radiculopathy, which is more commonly referred to as a pinched nerve.
Fact or Fiction About Scoliosis
November 24th, 2021Scoliosis is an abnormal condition of the spine that many people have heard of and are familiar with, but how much do you actually know about it? Read below to identify common misconceptions about scoliosis and uncover the truth regarding its causes, presentation, and treatment options! Scoliosis is typically diagnosed before the age of 18.
Why Do My Muscles Cramp?
November 19th, 2021Most people have experienced or will experience muscle cramps at some point in their life. They can wake you up in the middle of the night or stop you dead in your tracks during regular activity or exercise. Also known as “charley horses”, cramps are when a muscle contracts involuntarily and does not relax. Although
Slow the Progression of COPD with PT
November 17th, 2021Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a term used to describe a group of inflammatory lung diseases that obstruct airflow from the lungs. With over 16 million people in the United States diagnosed with COPD and millions more undiagnosed, it is likely that you or someone you know is affected by the disease. Many people
Physical Therapy After Pregnancy
November 12th, 2021Childbearing is a significant milestone in a mother’s life that is often filled with happiness and excitement. However, pregnancy and delivery can be very physically demanding and put significant stress on the body. For example, the weight gain that occurs over the course of pregnancy puts increased stress on the joints and muscles. Additionally, injury
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