The growing understanding of the nature of brain plasticity has improved and shaped physical therapy rehabilitation interventions. Neuroplasticity is the basis for both learning in the intact brain and relearning from a damaged brain. What Is Neuroplasticity? Neuroplasticity refers to the capacity of the brain and spinal cord (Central Nervous System) to change. Neurons have
It is estimated that about two thirds of all people experience neck pain at some point in their life. For a subset of this population, this can easily progress to a chronic condition lasting several months or years. But what contributes to this? Overview of Cervical Spine The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae that
Whether you’re working from home or are back in person, the long periods spent sitting at a desk can cause you to feel seriously stiff by the end of the day. This article will highlight some simple exercises that can be used throughout the day to minimize aches and pains – all without having to
A fracture can occur at any age and likely will require a period of immobilization or surgical correction. But once the bone is healed, you should be ready to return to your favorite activities, right? Well, this may not be the case as there are typically remaining limitations after the healing process is complete. Let’s
Do you experience pain on the bottom of your foot when you stand first thing in the morning? Do you have increased foot pain when standing or walking for long periods? These are common complaints among those who are experiencing plantar fasciitis. In fact, it is estimated that 1 in 10 people will experience this
It is estimated that knee injuries affect over 2.5 million people per year, with 500,000 of those people experiencing meniscus tears. This is a common knee injury that can lead to a number of treatment options which will be further discussed in this article. What is The Meniscus? Many joints have connective tissue structures that
Whether you work a desk job, spend a lot of time on the computer, or find yourself endlessly scrolling on your phone, you may experience neck pain due to prolonged forward head positioning. Neck pain and stiffness can be caused by several factors, but sometimes it is simply due to tightness of the muscles surrounding
Whether you work a physically demanding job, are an athlete, or simply exercise recreationally, you may be at risk for experiencing a rotator cuff tear. This injury can occur due to a traumatic incident or by overusing these shoulder muscles. What is a Rotator Cuff Tear? The rotator cuff is a group of muscles in
Overview When experiencing pain or discomfort, people will turn to different solutions for relief. Often, people will supplement their physical therapy and pharmacological management with ice and heat. This is for good reason, as evidence has shown that these modalities can help to reduce pain. But what do they do and how should they be
