Back pain can render people immobile or nearly disabled. This is especially true when the pain accelerates from normal pain to chronic levels. Some study findings reveal that the majority of the American adult population struggles with back pain at some point in their lifetimes. When not addressed early, back pain can leave you disabled. From pharmacological options, lifestyle changes, surgical procedures, injections, nutritional adjustments, and physical therapy and exercises, the list of treatment options…
Cerebral palsy is a disorder that affects different aspects of mobility such as coordination, control, and balance. Individuals with this condition often experience muscle stiffness, which makes activities like walking, standing, and maintaining balance quite hard for them. The muscle spasticity and weakness also limit the range of motion, making it even harder for the individual. To deal with such problems, a good solution has to be devised. Luckily, physical therapy can help alleviate some…
If you are worried about getting back to your daily tasks, then it good to note that individuals are able to get back to work…
Some common physical therapy techniques that can help improve balance include strength training, stretching, coordination exercises, and balance exercises. Strength training involves resistance exercises that…
Chiropractors are healthcare professionals who specialize in treating musculoskeletal conditions, including back pain. They use manual therapy techniques, such as spinal manipulation and mobilization, to…
The spine and the nervous system are closely connected, and any issues with the spine can impact the nervous system and disrupt the body’s natural…
One common cause of headaches is spinal misalignment, also known as subluxation. Subluxations can cause pressure on the nerves that exit the spinal column, leading…
During the evaluation, your PT tells you that they agree you have whiplash, however, they believe your concussion is actually what is causing many of…
Weight management is an increasing problem for many people. More than half of American adults have a body mass index, or BMI, that puts them…
What Exactly Is Chronic Back Pain? If you’ve ever injured your back in a car crash, high-impact sports injury, or work-related accident, you know just…