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What To Do About Sacroiliac Joint Issues

The sacroiliac, or SI, joint connects the sacrum at the base of the spine to the pelvis. You have one joint on either side of the sacrum. The joint is responsible for the following: Transferring energy and load between your upper and lower body Absorbing shock as you walk so that vibration does not affect […]

Physical Therapist’s Guide to Herniated Disk

What is a herniated disk? A herniated disk is when one of the disks that are found between the vertebrae in your spine is damaged and the gel-like fluid in the disk begins to leak or causes the disk to bulge. Intervertebral disks are basically shock absorbers for your spine, and they are often explained […]

Neck Exercises for a Herniated Disk

Herniated disk pain can be debilitating. The intense pain affects adults who are middle-aged, for this demographic is susceptible to disk problems in adults. The disks are essential for absorbing the impact made while walking or running. They also help to properly supply the muscles served by that particular nerve branch. This is why the […]

ESWT Treatment for Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis Study Recap

Can ESWT Treat Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis Effectively? A Major Study Says Yes. Chronic lateral epicondylitis (CLE) is the formal name of a condition that many people call tennis elbow. If you suffer from this ailment, the outer part of your elbow is often tender or in pain, and that discomfort increases when you perform actions […]

6 Reasons You Shouldn’t Assume Foot Pain Is a Heel Spur

If you feel a pain in your heel and you think you haven’t done anything recently to hurt it, you might assume that it’s a heel spur. This is a mistake that could possibly prevent you from getting the right treatment for your heel. The first thing you should know is that heel spurs don’t […]

Why Running Store Gait Analysis Won’t Find You the Best Shoe

ESWT: The Shock Wave of the Future for Tendonitis

A Return to Athletic Power: Six Keys to ACL Rehabilitation

  ACL rehabilitation, especially for men and women who are actively engaged in sports or other physical activities, must progress in a rigorous manner. When the early stages of rehab go well, individuals will be able to recover full mobility and strength rather quickly. Here are six of the most important keys to ACL rehab: […]

TMD/Facial Pain and Forward Head Posture

The Subtle Relationship between Temporomandibular Joint Disorder and Forward Body Posture Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is an organizational term that is used to include the following: physical activity massage therapy heating pads specialized oral devices commonly associated with advanced dentistry soft massage techniques Professionals agree that none of these techniques are completely effective on their […]

Using Posture Treatment to Relieve Cervicogenic Headaches

Cervical dysfunction, which can lead to cervicogenic headaches, is a surprisingly common medical issue that afflicts approximately 35 percent of Americans. According to researchers, the headaches associated with this condition happen due to deep neck flexor impairments and cranio-cervical flexion performance deficits. In other words, any weakness or abnormalities in the cervical facets may end […]