Your hip joints are some of the most important structures in your body, and they’re involved in normal daily activities like walking, running and climbing stairs. However, problems with the muscles around your hip can trigger pain and other symptoms. Hip pain is a...
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What are the treatment options for a partial rotator cuff tear?
Each of your shoulders is able to support the weight of your arms and power your arms for a wide range of activities thanks to the rotator cuffs. Each rotator cuff is a group of muscles, tendons and ligaments around the bones of the shoulder joint. These muscles,...
What is special about physical therapy for women?
It’s impossible to narrow down one answer for this question. The fact is that there are many things that are special about physical therapy for women. This type of therapy is often called women’s health physical therapy or pelvic rehab. It’s a relatively new type of...
Chiropractor vs physical therapy: Where to go when you’re in pain
Pain in your back or neck. Weakness or numbness in your arms or legs. Difficulty bending over or turning your head. These can all be signs of a spinal issue, but you might not know who to turn to for help. There are many people who might need help with back or neck...
Looking for post-surgical rehab in Kalamazoo, MI?
Are you or someone you know planning to have surgery soon? You should be looking for post-surgical therapy in Kalamazoo, Michigan, right now. Surgery is an invasive process that requires days or weeks of recovery time. For instance, it can take some patients up to six...
Why you should seek physical therapy in Mattawan, MI
Are you dealing with chronic pain? Have you injured yourself at work or while playing sports? Do you have frequent headaches? If you answered yes to one of these questions, you should seek help from a physical therapist. Deciding to work with a physical therapy...
Physical therapists can help arthritis pain sufferers in several ways
Joint pain and stiffness. Swollen and inflamed joints. Difficulty doing normal daily tasks like walking the dog. These are just a few of the effects that people with arthritis typically deal with. Arthritis is a category of joint conditions that cause inflammation,...
Physical therapy can help you find relief from headache symptoms
Pain in the top, sides or front of your head. Difficulty concentrating. Sensitivity to light or touch. These are just a few of the symptoms you could experience if you have a headache. Headaches are the third most common pain complaint throughout the world. They can...
Four common causes of shoulder impingement
Shoulder pain is a common complaint of athletes and people who work physically demanding jobs, but it can affect anybody in certain conditions. One of the most common conditions that causes shoulder pain is shoulder impingement. Shoulder impingement is the painful...
Should you be looking for a gait evaluation from a physical therapist?
For most people, walking is the most common way to get from point A to point B. Many of us take the ability to walk for granted, without concern about losing our stride. If you’ve been injured or have a debilitating physical condition, you may notice an impact on your...
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