Article featured on Healthline Lacing up and hitting the pavement for a run is great exercise. It can also be therapeutic, lower your stress levels, and boost your sleep quality, among other benefits. But given running’s repetitive impact, it can be hard on your body, too. Many wonder whether running harms their knees, specifically. This […]
Article featured on Towson Orthopaedic Associates Pickleball’s popularity had taken off since the pandemic with many participants surprised to learn the sport has been around for nearly 60 years. What is also surprising is the number of people getting hurt while playing. The appeal of the sport is that it is low impact and easy […]
Article featured on The Leagrave Therapy Clinic If you work in an office, you probably spend hours every day with one arm extended on your mouse, clicking and dragging items. Mouse shoulder is a condition that can create shoulder pain from using a mouse with the computer for long periods of time due to poor […]
Article featured on Arthritis Foundation About half of all women and one-quarter of all men will experience the stiffness and pain of osteoarthritis (OA) of the hands by the time they are 85 years old. A degenerative disease that affects all the tissues of a joint, OA leads to the breakdown over time of the smooth, protective cartilage […]
Article featured on Fyzical Water sports enthusiasts often experience the thrill of gliding across waves and performing daring maneuvers. However, these activities come with inherent risks of injury, especially for those new to the sport or pushing their limits. As physical therapists, we’ve seen our fair share of injuries stemming from water skiing, surfing, and wakeboarding. […]
Article featured on OrthoInfo When the joint surfaces of the elbow’s three bones are separated, the elbow is dislocated. Elbow dislocations can be complete or partial, and usually occur after a trauma, such as a fall, motor vehicle collision, or other accident. In a complete dislocation, the joint surfaces are completely separated. In a partial dislocation, the […]
Article featured on Mount Sinai Painless swelling of the feet and ankles is a common problem, especially among older people. Abnormal buildup of fluid in the ankles, feet, and legs can cause swelling. This fluid buildup and swelling is called edema. Considerations Painless swelling may affect both legs and may include the calves or even […]
Article featured on BenchMark Physical Therapy As the warmer months arrive and the days get longer and sunnier, Americans are eager to make the most of the summer season. For many, that means resuming favorite outdoor sports and recreation activities and venturing out to explore new and familiar destinations. But summer fun often comes with […]
Article featured on Atlas Pain Specialists You may be wondering , what are some causes and treatment of patella alta? Patella alta, also known as ‘high-riding patella,’ is a knee condition characterized by an abnormally high position of the patella or kneecap in relation to the femur, the thigh bone. This condition may lead to discomfort, knee pain, […]
Article featured on FORM Home-Related Injuries According to the National Safety Council, home-related injuries account for nearly 150,000 unintentional deaths each year. Falls are among the top 10 most common home-related injuries. Falls Falls are the number one cause of home injuries in the U.S. The two groups most at risk for falls are children under […]