If you’ve been diagnosed with frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, you already know how frustrating and painful it can be. Simple tasks like reaching overhead, putting on a jacket, or even sleeping comfortably can become difficult. At Plano Orthopedic...
If you’re experiencing persistent shoulder pain and stiffness that seems to be getting worse over time, you may be dealing with frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis. This condition can make simple daily tasks — like reaching overhead, fastening a...
Knee surgery is often just the first step in recovery. Physical therapy plays a crucial role after surgery, helping patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence while protecting the surgical repair. Whether surgery was performed to repair cartilage, address...
Knee pain is one of the most common reasons people delay seeing a doctor. Many assume it’s just soreness, aging, or something that will go away on its own. While that’s sometimes true, knee pain can also be a sign of an underlying condition that benefits from early...
Knee swelling and stiffness don’t just cause discomfort—they can limit mobility, weaken muscles, and interfere with everyday activities. While rest may help short-term symptoms, physical therapy plays a critical role in addressing the root causes of knee stiffness and...
Knee swelling or stiffness can be uncomfortable, frustrating, and sometimes concerning—especially when it appears suddenly or doesn’t go away. Whether it happens after an injury, exercise, or seemingly without reason, these symptoms are your body’s way of signaling...
Hearing or feeling your knee click, catch, or lock during everyday movement can be concerning. While these symptoms sometimes point to structural problems that need medical attention, many patients improve significantly with physical therapy, especially when treatment...
If your knee clicks, catches, or feels like it locks when you walk, bend, or stand up, you’re not alone. These symptoms are common—and while they’re sometimes harmless, they can also be early warning signs of an underlying knee problem that shouldn’t be ignored. At...
Vitamin C is an important antioxidant. It reduces inflammation and can neutralize harmful free radicals that can damage cells. It is essential for collagen formation, the major protein in tendons and ligaments, and is vital for blood vessels and skin. It helps...
Amino acids are the fundamental building blocks of proteins. They’re crucial for muscle protein synthesis, tendon formation, ligament formation and repair of these tissues. Essential amino acids (EAAs)must come from your diet. Conditionally essential amino acids...