Recovery from surgery or injury is challenging, but a physical therapist can greatly ease the process. As a crucial component of rehabilitation, physical therapy helps patients regain strength, mobility, and stamina while reducing pain. Whether recovering from a surgical procedure or an injury, a physical therapist can develop a personalized treatment plan to guide you…

Cupping therapy is an ancient healing practice rooted in traditional Chinese, Egyptian, and Middle Eastern medicine. It involves placing cups on the skin to create suction, which increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, and facilitates healing. This technique can be used in physical therapy as a complementary treatment in your pain management plan.Cupping therapy, also known…

Tendinitis can interfere with sports, hobbies, and everyday life. Although a physical therapist can treat and manage this condition, prevention is always the most effective treatment. Following a few tips and tricks for healthy tendons can go a long way toward preventing tendinitis.Tendons are the thick chords of connective tissue that attach bone to muscle.…

Sports medicine is essential in injury treatment and is equally important in injury prevention. Drawing on various disciplines, practitioners help athletes stay healthy while participating in their favorite sports. Through careful evaluation, training, and education, sports medicine practitioners help prevent injuries so you can keep playing.Sports medicine is an area of healthcare concerned with preventing…

Carpal tunnel treatment decompresses the median nerve to restore strength and mobility to the wrist and hand, alleviating associated pain and discomfort. A physical therapist will personalize treatment for each patient. However, knowing the basics of carpal tunnel syndrome and how a physical therapist treats it can make the process smoother.According to Johns Hopkins Medicine,…