Health Blog Category: Physical Therapy
Need Help Ditching the Pain Meds? Physical Therapy Can Help!
When it comes to living with chronic pain, you may think that you’re alone. The mental fatigue of having to deal with it can take a toll on your mind and body and can lead you to believe no one can understand. But millions of individuals live with chronic pain everyday. Whether prescription or over-the-counter, many have turned to pain medication to relieve this stress and cope with everything from back and joint pain to debilitating pain from accidents.
Read full blogRelieve Your Pain Without Drugs! Find Natural Pain Relief Today
Pain is a serious problem in today’s world. An estimated 1 out of every 5 Americans suffer from some degree of chronic pain, and 8 percent of those sufferers find the pain so intense that they can’t pursue their normal activities. It’s little wonder, then, that painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs have grown into such a mammoth industry. Physical therapy can help.
Unfortunately, these drugs offer their own share of troubles, from addiction to dangerous effects on internal organs.
Read full blogAre You Having Headaches Caused By Stress? Read This to Learn How Physical Therapy Can Help You!
Picture this: it’s almost five o’clock at the office, but you have a to-do list of twenty things, and the emails just keep popping up in your inbox. You know that even when you go home tonight, all you’ll be able to think about is how much work is waiting for you at your desk tomorrow morning. You try massaging your temples and pinching the bridge of your nose, but the pain doesn’t stop. The headache has already started and you know it’s going to take away from your productivity for the rest of the day.
Read full blogThinking About Surgery For Your Chronic Pain? You Have Another Option: Physical Therapy
Do you suffer from constant aches and pains for reasons you just can’t put your finger on? Have you gotten used to feeling a spasm here or there, but summed it up to getting older? Maybe you’ve delayed seeking medical treatment for your problem because you’re afraid of one particular solution: surgery. You have no reason to worry because there’s another option! Physical therapy could make surgery unnecessary for you. Just contact Balance Rehabilitation and Health Science to find out more about the non-invasive world of conservative pain management!
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help With Flat Feet!
Flat feet are caused by many different factors, including genetics, age, and weight. Having flat feet can create extremely painful issues that make it hard for you to play the sports you love, or just simply navigate on a daily basis.
Thankfully, if you have flat feet, a physical therapist can treat and suggest simple lifestyle changes such as targeted stretches and special exercises to lengthen and strengthen muscles. They can also suggest certain types of shoes and insoles that can lift your arch, improve your posture, and strengthen your core.
Read full blog4 Types of Stretches That Can Dramatically Benefit Your Physical Health
When you begin a workout or physical therapy routine, you should complete a set of stretching exercises beforehand to help you limber up and prevent injuries. However, many people don’t receive any instructions on the proper way to go about stretching for their specific program. A licensed physical therapist can teach you how to complete the correct stretching exercises before you begin your workout. If you aren’t sure what direction to start, contact Balance Rehabilitation and Health Science today for more information!
Read full blogIf You’ve Experienced Any of These 4 Running Injuries, Physical Therapy Can Help!
Do you enjoy running? If so, you already know that running is a great way to stay fit while also improving your health. Unfortunately, just like with any physical activity, there are many kidneys of injuries associated with running. We’ve listed out the four most common running injuries, as well as the best ways to treat them with physical therapy!
According to a wellness article in U.S. News, physical therapy may be a better option for treating running-related injuries than seeing a chiropractor or opting for surgery.
Read full blogSit Up Straight: How Poor Posture Can Cause Shoulder Impingement
Have you been experiencing moderate to severe shoulder pain? If you notice your shoulder feeling tight or have trouble raising it above your head to reach things on shelves, you might have a condition referred to as “shoulder impingement.”
This can be extremely painful to deal with, and if it goes untreated, it can cause several problems down the road. Thankfully, physical therapy can help! Contact our office today to learn more about our safe and effective treatment options for this condition.
Read full blogStaying Healthy As We Age: The Importance of Physical Activity
It’s pretty common to be less active the older we get, but if we want to remain as healthy as possible, we must incorporate as much physical activity into our daily lives as we can! Thankfully there are many easy ways to increase your levels of activity that most people can include in their everyday routine. Call our office today for more information about how you can increase your physical activity and lead a healthier life.
Read full blogWeightlifting or Cardio: How To Know Which One Is Best For You
Cardio exercise and weightlifting hold equally important places when it comes to physical therapy and exercising for good health. The only way to know which of the two is the better choice is to know what your end goal is. If building up stamina and endurance is your end goal, the best choice would definitely be cardio exercise. If building mass or regaining physical strength is your end goal, the best choice for you would be weightlifting.
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