Three common sports injuries to the knee

by Armor PT | Jan 8, 2021 | Knee Pain, Sports therapy

Playing a sport is a great way to reduce stress, and this pastime can also help improve your physical fitness. However, there is also a chance that you could injure yourself while playing a sport.  Knee injuries are one of the most common types of sports injuries. One...

What’s involved in a women’s health physical therapy session?

by Armor PT | Jan 7, 2021 | Women's Health

The specific steps involved in a women’s health physical therapy session can vary. In part, this has to do with the therapist you’re working with, but it can also vary based on the issue that you have. However, there are four general steps that are typically involved...

What causes sciatica and what can you do to prevent it?

by Armor PT | Jan 6, 2021 | Back and Sciatica

The largest single nerve strand is located in your lower back and legs. It’s known as the sciatic nerve, and it runs from the lower back and splits down the back of each of your legs. When this nerve is irritated, inflamed or compressed, you’ll experience pain in your...

Four conditions that cause neck and shoulder muscle pain

by Armor PT | Jan 6, 2021 | Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain

Stretching when you wake up in the morning. Looking and reaching up to grab your coffee cup off that high shelf. Driving to and from work or the grocery store. These are all activities that can become more difficult to do if you have neck and shoulder muscle pain. ...

How common is hip pain during pregnancy?

by Armor PT | Jan 5, 2021 | Hip and Knee Pain, Women's Health

Hip pain is a very common issue during pregnancy. In fact, it’s reported that about 1 out of 3 three pregnant women will develop hip pain.  The hips are large, complex joints, and the added weight of pregnancy can lead to more stress on your hips and pain. However,...