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What can I do about neck pain when turning my head?
Unfortunately, it’s very likely that you will experience neck pain more than once in your life. Studies indicate that up to 65% of people recover from a neck pain episode within one year. However, many people experience neck pain episodes several times throughout...
5 stiff neck remedies you can do at home
Do you find yourself constantly battling with a stiff neck, turning everyday activities into daunting tasks? You're not alone. At Armor Physical Therapy, we understand how limiting and frustrating neck stiffness can be. Neck pain is the fourth-leading cause of...
Finding Relief from Lower Back and Buttock Pain: Understanding Your Right Buttock Cheek Discomfort
There are many parts of the body that we think of as being closely linked. The wrist and hand are one example. Likewise, anyone who has felt lower back and buttock pain can tell you how closely these two areas are linked. Experiencing discomfort in the lower back and...
What causes hand and finger pain that’s not arthritis?
Many times, people who feel pain in their hands or fingers assume they have arthritis, especially when they feel a dull, aching and consistent pain. However, that pain can be a result of many types of hand injuries. The hand consists of 27 delicate bones, as well as...
3 TMJ physical therapy exercises that can help ease your jaw pain
Many people experience jaw pain at least once in their life, but consistent pain in the jaw joint is called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Unfortunately, about 25% of people are diagnosed with a TMJ disorder that leads to pain and inflammation. Many cases...
Our complete ACL rehabilitation exercise list (phases 1 through 4)
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are a common injury, with as many as 200,000 occurring every year in the U.S. These knee injuries often occur during sports. For instance, a sudden stop or change in direction while running can injure your ACL. In many cases,...
Stiff knee but no pain? Here are some possible causes
Joint stiffness, or difficulty moving and extending any joint in your body, can be a common problem, especially as you age. Since our knees bear so much weight and are essential to daily movement, stiffness in your knee can be especially common. While experiencing...
4 benefits of doing neck range-of-motion exercises daily
One out of 3 people experience neck pain at least once a year. While types of neck pain can vary, they can all significantly impact a person’s range of motion. Range of motion refers to the amount of movement around a joint or body part. Neck stiffness often reduces a...
3 benefits an anti-gravity treadmill can offer when you’re recovering from an injury
Dealing with a lower body or back injury, whether it be from work, sports or anything else, can make daily life difficult. Research shows that nearly 8% of the global population suffers from lower back pain that impairs daily activities. Injuries like these can be...
3 incentives to use pediatric PT for your children’s neck pain
Has your child been complaining about their neck hurting? While neck pain is a common complaint among adults, you may be surprised to learn that children often experience it as well. One of the most common causes of neck pain among children is poor posture. This is...
How can a physical therapist tell what’s causing your anterior knee pain?
Anterior knee pain is a type of pain that occurs in the front of the knee. A leading cause of anterior knee pain is patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). This condition affects your kneecap (patella). It typically occurs because of an issue with the patellar tendon or...
Explore 3 exercises PT experts can use to cut biceps tendinitis pain
Biceps tendinitis is a disorder that affects the upper arm between the shoulder and elbow. The main symptom of biceps tendinitis is pain when moving the arm or shoulder. It occurs when the biceps tendon becomes inflamed or irritated. You can develop biceps tendinitis...
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