If you have a herniated disc or sciatica, your first instinct may be to avoid movement. That makes sense when certain movements hurt. But staying inactive for too long isn't necessarily the best path back to normal activity. For many patients, physical therapy can be...
Back and neck pain are extremely common, but sometimes the problem involves more than sore muscles or temporary stiffness. A herniated disc can irritate or compress a nearby nerve, potentially causing pain that travels into an arm or leg along with numbness, tingling,...
A knee ligament tear can make even simple movements—walking, climbing stairs, standing from a chair, or changing direction—feel difficult or uncertain. Whether the injury involves the ACL, PCL, MCL, or LCL, restoring strength and stability is an important part of...
Knee injuries can happen in an instant. You plant your foot to change direction, land awkwardly after a jump, take a hit during a game, or simply twist your knee stepping off a curb. Sometimes the pain improves with rest. Other times, the injury involves one of the...
Shoulder pain can make simple tasks frustrating. Whether you're reaching overhead, lifting groceries, exercising, or simply trying to sleep comfortably, biceps tendinitis can interfere with everyday life. The good news is that physical therapy is often one of the most...
Shoulder pain can make even simple daily activities difficult. Reaching into a cabinet, lifting groceries, carrying a child, or throwing a ball may suddenly become painful. One common cause of pain in the front of the shoulder is biceps tendinitis. While many cases...
Being diagnosed with a SLAP tear or rotator cuff tear doesn't automatically mean surgery is your next step. For many shoulder injuries, physical therapy plays an important role in treatment and recovery. It may be recommended as the first treatment before surgery is...
Shoulder pain can make everyday activities surprisingly difficult. Reaching into a cabinet, putting on a shirt, lifting something overhead, or even sleeping on your side can become uncomfortable. Two injuries commonly associated with shoulder pain are SLAP tears and...
If walking upstairs has become something you dread, physical therapy may be one of the most effective ways to reduce pain and improve your mobility. Many knee conditions that cause pain on stairs respond extremely well to a personalized rehabilitation program designed...
Most people don't think much about climbing stairs—until it hurts. If you've noticed pain in your knee when walking upstairs or downstairs, you're not alone. This is one of the most common reasons people visit an orthopedic specialist. While the discomfort may start...