Physical Therapy Specialists's Blog – November 2023 Archive (4)

Stubborn backpain can be one of the most debilitating ailments to afflict a person. Nearly every move a person makes involves the spine and the muscles in the back. Thus, if you are dealing with chronic pain, it can have a negative impact on your quality of life and well-being. The good news is there is hope for back pain when you choose physical therapy. While there are still situations that may require more invasive medical treatments, physical therapy is a…

If your doctor has recommended physical therapy following an accident, injury, or illness, you may have many questions regarding the process. While many people come with preconceived ideas about what physical therapy entails, modern treatment modalities have evolved over time and therapists treat conditions ranging from back injuries to incontinence and everything in between. Physical therapy is one of the single most beneficial things you can do to improve…

Patients frequently seek physical therapy to address the pain associated with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, also known as TMD. This condition results from an improper functioning of the jaw resulting in pain and headaches. Since the issue stems from a malfunctioning in the temporomandibular joint, this disorder is interchangeably referred to as TMJ. For the purposes of this article, TMD will be referred to as TMJ going forward.…

Birthing a baby is hard work; after all, they don't call it labor for nothing. The weight of carrying a pregnancy, combined with the strain caused by giving birth, can take a toll on a mother's body. Issues related to painful intercourse, incontinence, discomfort, diastasis recti, and other postpartum issues (related to the health of a woman's pelvic floor) can all benefit from postpartum physical therapy. As a matter of fact, today's medical providers often…