EXERCISE THERAPY PROVEN TO EASE PAIN IN EXPECTING MOTHERS
For the majority of future mothers who experience mild to debilitating back pain during and after pregnancy, the physical therapist offers some encouraging news: Education and exercise therapy have proven effective in reducing back pain for most expecting mothers. According to a study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, a physical therapist-directed exercise regimen that focuses on the muscles around the spine and pelvic floor – a program […]
Tips for Selecting the Right Pair Running Shoes
How many miles can you log on a typical, well-made pair of running shoes? According to experts including physical therapists, the usual estimates place the mileage somewhere between 350 to 550 miles. That’s assuming you found a good pair of running shoes – a pair that’s been properly fitted to your feet and to your runny style. […]
Improving Mobility Can Eliminate Chronic Pain and Injuries
Chronic pain and injuries are common ailments that make it difficult for individuals to fully enjoy everyday activities. Many individuals either suffer through the pain or avoid activity because they believe there is no solution, but working with a physical therapist can help them manage current injuries as well as prevent them in the future. […]
Exercise caution during warm weather workouts
While many relish the opportunity to take both play and exercise outdoors as the weather continues to warm, such beneficial exercise comes with an added level of risk when done in the summertime heat and humidity. Heat adds an extra level of stress to the body as you exercise, and the ramifications of this can […]
PT Offers Tips for Managing Herniated Disc Pain
Herniated disc pain is one of the most debilitating ailments affecting individuals from age 30 and up. Herniated discs in the lower back and neck can irritate nearby nerves, causing individuals extreme pain in the neck, shoulders, arms, and/or legs. The pain caused by a herniated disc can be extremely uncomfortable and can negatively impact […]
Is Your Desk Job a Pain in the Neck?
Many people who work at a desk job often complain about feeling achy and stiff at the end of the day, and this pain can often accompany them well into the weekend. Pain caused from sitting all day can often become chronic when underlying issues and habits are not addressed. Furthermore, physical therapists are seeing […]
Physical Therapy Can Help Treat and Prevent Diabetes
According to Chris McKenzie Sports Physical Therapy at McKenzie Sports Physical Therapy, physical therapy can play a very important role in helping people both manage their diabetes and prevent many of the complications that arise from this chronic condition. Diabetes is a chronic disease that currently affects 34.2 million adults in the United States alone, according to […]
Tailored Treatment is Key to Combatting Chronic Back Pain Says McKenzie Sports PT
Back pain is a common ailment that affects many individuals at some point in time in their life. According to Philadelphia physical therapist Chris McKenzie, back pain can be very painful for those who experience it and can become chronic if left untreated. In addition, McKenzie points out that back pain can have different levels of severity and it can be […]
PT Offers Tips for Managing Herniated Disc Pain
Herniated disc pain is one of the most debilitating ailments affecting individuals from age 30 and up. Herniated discs in the lower back and neck can irritate nearby nerves, causing individuals extreme pain in the neck, shoulders, arms, and/or legs. The pain caused by a herniated disc can be extremely uncomfortable and can negatively impact […]
Physical Therapy Can Bring Relief to Individuals With Fibromyalgia, says McKenzie Sports PT
Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that affects more and more individuals each day and, while there is no cure, those who suffer from it can reduce and relieve some symptoms with the proper treatment. Philadelphia physical therapist Chris McKenzie notes that physical therapy is one of the most effective and safe ways for individuals to alleviate pain caused by fibromyalgia. […]