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Many individuals are under the impression that there is no reason to become physically active in their later years. There is a misconception that older people don't benefit from physical activity as much as younger...

The term “Arthritis” originated from the Greek word called “Arthron,” meaning joint. While there are more than 100 types of arthritis, one of the most common type is Osteoarthritis. According to the Arthritis...

Although the pain in the lower back is best treated with exercise, education, and physical therapy, the US healthcare system seems to prefer the prescription of opioids, contributing to the already serious opioid...

Regular exercise has many health benefits. It helps you sleep better, decreases your risk of chronic diseases and improves your mental health. A new study done by Yale and Oxford showed that exercise can also make you...

For adults with atraumatic shoulder pain, it can be a difficult decision whether or not to have surgery. However, a new clinical practice guideline (CPG) published in British Medical Journal strongly advises against...

Functional Dry Needling Gaining Popularity In August of 2018, a new law became effective that approved physical therapists to practice functional dry needling, which is a therapy that is used to treat musculoskeletal...

A rotator cuff injury can be debilitating. Not only is it painful, but it is typically slow to heal and can limit your range of motion. While it is common to see the injury in professional athletes, anyone can injure...

Never give up. That phrase is one that 29-year-old Cheri Srour personifies. After being diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome at the age of 18, Cheri never thought she would walk again- let alone finish a 13.1 mile...

Why a Sprained Ankle Should Be Taken Seriously A sprained ankle is not an uncommon injury, with tens of thousands of Americans spraining an ankle ever year. Ankle sprains are usually shrugged off by most people, who...

If you or someone you know suffers a torn meniscus, you may want to reconsider thoughts of surgery to address the issue. Recent data indicates physical therapy can be just as effective at treating a torn meniscus for a...

Physical Therapy Can Reduce the Need for Surgery For People With Rotator Cuff Tears If you suffer from chronic shoulder pain as a result of a rotator cuff tear, there's good news. A new study presented at the American...

Alleviate Your Shoulder Pain by Consulting a Physical Therapist If you're suffering from recurring shoulder pain as a result of an accident, surgery, or normal wear and tear, you know how excruciating and unbearable...