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Tackling Torticollis: A Physical Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Wry Neck
Posted in: Spine Health, Cervical | Posted on: 10-Sep-2024
Torticollis, commonly known as "wry neck," is a condition characterized by an abnormal, often painful, head position. The head may tilt to one side, while the chin points to the opposite side, due to muscle contraction or other issues affecting the neck muscles, particularly the sternocleidomastoid muscle. This guide provides an overview of torticollis, its underlying causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and the role of physical therapy in its management.
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Whiplash Recovery: How Physical Therapy Can Help You Bounce Back
Posted in: Spine Health, Cervical | Posted on: 09-Sep-2024
Whiplash is a neck injury commonly associated with rear-end car collisions but can also result from sports accidents, falls, or other traumatic events. It occurs when the head is suddenly jerked forward and then backward, causing the neck muscles and ligaments to stretch beyond their normal range. This blog post aims to provide an educational overview of whiplash, its underlying causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and what to expect during physical therapy sessions.
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Navigating the Path to Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Cervical Herniated Disc and Physical Therapy
Posted in: Spine Health, Cervical | Posted on: 06-Sep-2024
Cervical herniated disc is a common condition that can cause neck pain, discomfort, and other symptoms. It occurs when the inner gel-like core of a spinal disc in the neck area protrudes through the outer layer, pressing on nearby nerves. This blog post aims to provide an educational overview of cervical herniated discs, their underlying causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and what to expect during physical therapy sessions.
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Conquering Cervical Spondylosis: A Guide to Understanding and Managing Neck Arthritis
Posted in: Spine Health, Cervical | Posted on: 05-Sep-2024
Cervical spondylosis, commonly known as neck arthritis, is a condition that affects the joints and discs in the cervical spine (neck). As we age, the wear and tear on our spine can lead to the development of this condition, causing pain and stiffness in the neck. In this guide, we'll explore cervical spondylosis, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and the role of physical therapy in managing this condition effectively.
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Tendons – What You Need To Know For Tissue Healing!
Posted in: Injury Prevention, Generic Account | Posted on: 15-Mar-2023
Tendinitis or tendinosis can occur in tendons exposed to overuse conditions (e.g., runners, racquet sports, golf, etc) or intrinsic tissue degeneration (e.g., age-related degeneration). The healing potential of a torn or pathologic tendon varies depending on anatomic location (e.g., Achilles vs. Rotator cuff).
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Benefits of Plyometric Exercise After ACL Reconstruction
Posted in: Uncategorized, Generic Account | Posted on: 23-Sep-2022
Anterior cruciate ligament tears are one of the most detrimental injuries to occur in the sports world. An ACL tear can result from both contact and non-contact mechanisms.
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Diaphragmatic Breathing
Posted in: Lifestyle, Injury Prevention, Uncategorized, Generic Account | Posted on: 22-Jun-2022
What is diaphragmatic breathing? The diaphragm is a large muscle that separates the abdominal and thoracic cavities and it plays an important role in breathing. To inhale, the diaphragm contracts and pulls down to increase the volume of the lungs. This increased volume allows air to naturally flow into the lungs.
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Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) Therapy
Posted in: Injury Prevention, Resistance Training, Generic Account | Posted on: 22-Jun-2022
What is compression therapy? Compression therapy increases blood flow in a given area by applying controlled pressure. Pressure can be applied via a compression wrap or a pneumatic device. Pneumatic compression sleeves have multiple compartments that are inflated in sequence to facilitate blood flow.
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Graston Technique: What is it and how can it help you?
Posted in: Uncategorized, Generic Account | Posted on: 17-Jun-2022
Graston Technique is a form of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization or better known as IASTM. It is the utilization of instruments to achieve similar effects and benefits of traditional soft tissue mobilization techniques.
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Pickleball: Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Posted in: Diagnosis, Injury Prevention, Generic Account, Pickleball | Posted on: 17-Jun-2022
What is Lateral Epicondylitis? “Tennis Elbow” is caused by overuse of the forearm muscles due to poor body mechanics and overuse, leading to pain, micro-tearing, inflammation, and weakness of the forearm extensor muscles.
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Blogs

Tackling Torticollis: A Physical Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Wry Neck

Whiplash Recovery: How Physical Therapy Can Help You Bounce Back

Navigating the Path to Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Cervical Herniated Disc and Physical Therapy

Conquering Cervical Spondylosis: A Guide to Understanding and Managing Neck Arthritis

Tendons – What You Need To Know For Tissue Healing!

Benefits of Plyometric Exercise After ACL Reconstruction

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) Therapy

Graston Technique: What is it and how can it help you?

Pickleball: Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

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