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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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  • Pickleball: What You Need To Know About Knee Pain

    Posted in: Injury Prevention, Generic Account, Pickleball | Posted on: 13-Jun-2022

    There are many types of injuries associated with pickleball, one of the most common being Knee Pain. Knee pain/stiffness and pickleball seem to come hand in hand for many of us. Why is that? There are some factors about the game which increase stress on the knees that are out of our control.

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  • To Laser or Not To Laser?

    Posted in: Uncategorized, Generic Account | Posted on: 10-May-2022

    It is a modality used in addition to physical therapy interventions that can assist with expediting the healing process by creating a cascade of events that excites the cells of the body and lets the body know that there is an area that needs more help with healing.

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