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Discover the Benefits of Manual Therapy for Knee Osteoarthritis Knee osteoarthritis is an issue that many people are familiar with. For some, it’s the reason they can’t keep up with the running regimen they’ve worked so hard to establish, while it may prevent others from simply going for a walk with friends or doing some…

How Therapy and Exercise Can Address Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS) is a common cause of shoulder pain that affects many individuals, especially those engaged in repetitive overhead activities. If you happen to be an athlete or someone who frequently works with their arms raised, it’s important to understand how SIS develops and…

Effective Physical Therapy Strategies for Low Back Pain Relief​ Low back pain is a widespread issue that affects people of all ages, but it is most common in adults between the ages of 30 and 60 years. In some individuals, the pain may become severe enough to limit daily activities and impair quality of life.…

Understanding Calf Muscle Injuries and Rehabilitation Calf muscle injuries are a common issue among athletes, often leading to significant downtime. This article explores the anatomy of calf muscles, the nature of connective tissue injuries, and the importance of MRI in diagnosing these injuries. We’ll also discuss a novel grading system for calf muscle tears and…

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo and Physical Therapy Overview Overview Epley Maneuver is Helpful for Vertigo Vertigo, in particular “benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)”, is a common disorder in which the patient complains of spinning and dizziness with rapid changes in head positions. BPPV is typically idiopathic (of unknown cause) in nature. Other reported causes are head…

Pelvic Floor Tension/Pain Overview Treatments Goals Resources Overview Pelvic floor muscle tension or pain may occur in the anatomical sling of muscles which support the bladder, uterus and rectum. It can be caused by muscle imbalances, nerve or joint problems, scar tissue from surgery, childbirth, endometriosis or after radiation. Pelvic pain can also be caused…

Lymphedema Overview Treatments Goals Resources Overview Lymphedema is a persistent swelling of the arm or leg. It may occur after mastectomy, when lymph nodes are damaged or removed, following infection or scar formation which blocks the lymphatic fluid flow. Lymphedema may occur weeks, months or years after the initial injury, trauma or surgery. Postural and…

Lymphedema Overview Treatments Goals Resources Overview Lymphedema is a persistent swelling of the arm or leg. It may occur after mastectomy, when lymph nodes are damaged or removed, following infection or scar formation which blocks the lymphatic fluid fl   Lymphedema may occur weeks, months or years after the initial injury, trauma or surgery. Postural…