We are all somewhat familiar with how physical therapy can help people with various developmental and physical problems. However, with so much information available top 10 things you might not be aware about physical therapy. Physical therapists do much more than just treating injuries they can help you avoid repetitive injuries like joint and muscle […]
Read MoreThe knee is a synovial hinge joint connecting the bones of the femur (thigh bone) and the tibia (shin bone). It is composed of two other joints: the tibiofemoral joint, which joins the tibia and femur, and the patellafemoral joint, which joins the femur to the patella (knee cap). Together these two joints form a […]
Read MoreHamstring tendon strain is one of the most common running injuries, affecting a set of muscles located in the back of the thigh. While mild hamstring strain may cause only a light feeling of discomfort, chronic hamstring strain can be severely crippling. What makes proper hamstring strain rehabilitation so crucial is that patients suffering from […]
Read MoreIntroduction High-intensity sports like soccer, running, baseball, and American football render the body vulnerable to the playing field. Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Orthopedic physical therapy is the treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to relieve pain and increase strength and stability. Sports physical therapy is a method of treating people who are actively involved in […]
Read MoreShockwave therapy or SWT delivers sound waves of high frequency exactly at the place of injury. Your body is then able heal itself stimulating circulation of blood, this supports metabolism, activates new cell generation and helps to dissolve calcium. These waves of a higher frequency activate your body’s healing reaction. This is a non-surgical procedure […]
Read MoreShockwave treatment for tennis elbow is a relatively new form of therapy in which gentle pressure waves are released into the skin around the lateral epicondyle, a bony protrusion of the outer elbow. When used in combination with conventional treatments such as elbow supports and pain relief exercises, shockwave treatment for tennis elbow has proven […]
Read MoreStroke is the third-leading cause of death in developed countries and the second-leading cause of death worldwide. Stroke rehabilitation can also be extremely costly: the lifetime cost of stroke recovery per person ranges from between $20,000 and $230,000. Given the costs involved, finding the right program for stroke cerebellum recovery, mild stroke recovery, or cerebral […]
Read MoreKnee pain is a commonly occurring condition in both athletes and non-athletes. Knee pain may result from a number of different conditions, including knee strains, knee sprains, and osteoarthritis. Though many of these can be treated with conventional treatments, others may need special care and rehabilitation. New York Dynamic Rehabilitation clinic (NYDNRehab) offers specialized knee […]
Read MoreIntroduction You were playing catch with your golden retriever at the park on a warm spring day. In one hand you were holding a tennis ball. As she watched you excitedly, you bent your arm to throw it and—pop! There was an audible noise, and you felt your shoulder being jolted out of place. You […]
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