Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative condition occurring in over 19% of the American population over 45 years old (Del Amo, 2022). The condition frequently affects the knee joint in the body resulting in pain, weakness, stiffness, swelling, and reduced range of motion (ROM). How Do You Know If You Have Osteoarthritis? A diagnosis of Osteoarthritis
Lumbar degenerative changes are commonly found in spine imaging but often occur in pain-free individuals as well as those with back pain. Have you been told that you have a disc bulge at L4-L5? Are you scared that you may need surgery after reviewing your imaging results? Have you been told that you have to
The foam roller is one of the most popular home exercise items as they are often cheap and offer a wide variety of uses. Many people have a foam roller, but have difficulty coming up with ways to use it. This article will explain five basic exercises that can be performed using a foam roller.
Are you having numbness, tingling or weakness in your arms or legs? This is often caused by nerve compression at the joints of the spine. By using hands-on manual therapeutic techniques, the quality of motion at these joints can be improved to limit nerve compression and reduce symptoms. Anatomy of the Spine The spinal cord
Physical activity can help to maintain or improve physical function, boost energy, manage weight, and can be used to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular pathologies. While most people are aware of these and the various other benefits physical activity has to offer, many people are unsure how often they should be performing physical activity.
Have you been looking for a way to manage Ehlers-Danlos symptoms without using medications or surgeries? Are you looking to learn more about Physical Therapy for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? Finding appropriate treatment may be difficult and can leave you feeling helpless. This article will go over what you need to know in regards to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
At Respire Physical Therapy, our one-on-one treatment sessions allow for both exercise-based therapy as well as hands-on treatment; also referred to as manual therapy. There are many manual therapy techniques that can be employed to reduce pain and improve function. Joint mobilization is one tool used by physical therapists to improve the motion of a
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
Physical therapists have a wide variety of therapeutic tools and technologies at their disposal to help aid in your recovery process. One that is commonly used in treatment is electrical stimulation (e-stim). There are many types of e-stim used that serve different purposes depending on the condition being treated and the intended goal of its
