Relieve Your Arthritic Aches and Pains With Physical Therapy
Anyone living with arthritis knows how debilitating it can be. Arthritis is the most commonly reported chronic illness across the nation, impacting millions of people. Arthritis occurs when joints become chronically inflamed, resulting in pain, stiffness, and even loss of movement. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, and they can all be split into two categories: monoarthritis (where only one joint is affected) and oligoarthritis (where multiple joints are affected.) The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which develops from “wear and tear” of cartilage.
Read full blogAre Herniated Discs the Culprit of Your Back Pain?
The spine is an extremely complex part of your body. It contains 24 bones, and 5 of those bones are located in your lower back. It also has a large number of nerves and intervertebral discs that help with movement. Unfortunately, it is sometimes possible for these discs to protrude (or “herniate”) through the cell wall. This occurs when the cell wall is weakened, due to some sort of damage. If pressure continues, the disc can push through the outer ring of the wall, causing a bulge.
Read full blogWalk Away From Hip and Knee Pain With Physical Therapy
Your hips and knees are common areas of discomfort in the body. This pain can become worse as people age, due to the body’s natural “wear and tear” of cartilage. Hip and knee pain can also be caused by injury, overuse, or deeper underlying conditions (such as arthritis). In some severe cases, surgery may be unavoidable, but physical therapy has been known to effectively treat hip and knee pain.
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