Pelvic floor rehabilitation is a form of physical therapy that helps to address pain, weakness, and dysfunction of the pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic floor muscles run along the base of the pelvis, from the pubic bone to the tailbone, and play an important role in supporting pelvic organs, continence, and sexual function. Muscles of […]
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Do you or someone you know experience symptoms of urinary urgency, frequency, and/or leakage? Urinary incontinence can have a significant impact on one’s quality of life secondary to reduced physical activity and psychological distress. It is therefore important for those suffering to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Urinary incontinence is a common disorder
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Today, lower back pain has become synonymous with baseline existence. It is something we must simply look forward to having in our chair-sitting, back bending, and stress-inducing lives. In many cases, it’s merely a case of poor movement and not being mindful. Something as simple as bending over, done improperly can cause lower back pain.
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Plantar fasciitis is a common condition of the foot causing pain, stiffness, and changes in gait. The term “plantar fasciitis” refers to an inflammation in the fascia found along the bottom, or plantar surface, of the foot. Symptoms are often markedly worse with the first few steps of the day and tend to somewhat diminish
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The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the human body, and it’s not just the ball and socket joint that most people know. The shoulder is a highly complex structure comprised of several joints surrounded by muscles, ligaments, and tendons. With so many moving parts, it is no surprise that there are many shoulder
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Tight hips? You’re not alone. Spending a lot of time sitting keeps our hip flexors in a shortened position (more than they should be) and makes them tight. Especially if you’re not taking frequent stretch breaks. But tight hips aren’t just uncomfortable. They can lead to other aches and pains, especially in the lower
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Considering Physical Therapy? Gain more insight into what happens during a typical PT session. In this webinar, viewers will learn about the physical therapy profession, what happens during a typical PT session, and how it can benefit you. More importantly, you will get better insight into what sets us apart from other physical therapy clinics
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Why Does Everything Hurt? You may be suffering from weak arches. Let’s discuss the phenomenon of collapsed arches, common causes, weak arches symptoms, and the repercussions of not correcting them. What do I mean by arches? Let’s recall that sunny July day when you were 12 years old at the water park. There you are,
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By Dr. Tanuj Palvia All it takes is a simple misstep, and suddenly you have a sprained ankle. An ankle sprain is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries in people of all ages, athletes, and couch potatoes alike. The injury occurs when one or more of the ligaments in the ankle are stretched or
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By: Dr. Sarah Rodriguez. If you are dealing with an injury or physical condition that is limiting you in some way, your doctor may have prescribed several sessions of physical therapy. If you have never been to physical therapy and are considering it for the first time, or if you have seen a physical therapist
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By: Dr. Vivian Zhang, PT, DPT, MS. What is Urinary Incontinence? Urinary incontinence is a loss of bladder control resulting in involuntary leakage of urine and can affect men and women of all ages. It is a problem that is embarrassing and can significantly impact one’s function and quality of life. Per the U.S. Department
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By Dr. Sarah Rodriguez, DPT. Do you suffer from neck and/or back pain and have a hard time finding a comfortable sleeping position at night? Or do you find yourself waking up with even more pain than you started with the night before? Sleep positioning is crucial to having a good night’s sleep, and we
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