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...
Recovering from knee surgery doesn't end when you leave the operating room. In many ways, that's where the real work begins. Physical therapy is one of the most important parts of your recovery. Whether you've had an ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, knee...
When Should I See a Doctor for Knee Pain? Knee pain is something almost everyone experiences at some point. Whether it's from a weekend of yard work, a sports injury, arthritis, or simply getting older, many cases improve with rest, ice, and over-the-counter...
If you've undergone surgery to correct recurrent patella subluxation or kneecap instability, you're likely eager to get back to normal activities. While surgery is an important step toward restoring knee stability, physical therapy plays a critical role in achieving...
If you've ever felt your kneecap shift, slide, or briefly move out of position, you may have experienced a condition known as patella subluxation. This common orthopedic issue affects athletes and non-athletes alike and can lead to pain, instability, and recurring...