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The purpose of physical therapy is to address pain or disability issues. Specifically, an orthopedic physical therapist addresses musculoskeletal pain and/or loss of mobility that’s associated with an injury or recovering from surgery. An orthopedic physical therapist assists patients in working through exercises and movements that will help them regain strength, flexibility, and range of…
If you have a musculoskeletal injury, or if you are experiencing pain in your bones, muscles, or joints, then it may be time to seek the expertise of an orthopedic doctor. Orthopedists specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, including fractures, torn ligaments and tendons, joint problems, and…
Orthopaedic medicine is a specialty in medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. Physicians who specialize in orthopaedic medicine are called orthopaedic doctors or surgeons. But wait…what about sports medicine? Don’t sports medicine practitioners also specialize in orthopaedic injuries? The answer is yes and no. Orthopaedic doctors and…
Knee pain is a common problem that can stem from many causes. It may come from acute injuries or chronic medical conditions. Knee pain can occur to anyone, but athletes, manual labor workers, the elderly, and overweight individuals are at a higher risk of damaging their knee joints, which is one of the most common…
The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first step to overcoming any crisis of…
What is Arthroscopic Surgery? Advances in medical technology happen every day. One of the most beneficial advancements in medical technology was the invention of arthroscopic surgery. Arthroscopic surgery is named after the instrument used by surgeons to perform the minimally-invasive surgery. An arthroscope refers to a tiny camera that helps surgeons see inside the body…
Our shoulders have an extensive and flexible range of motion. However, when an injury in your shoulder occurs, it can prevent you from moving freely and can result in a great deal of pain and discomfort. Injuries can develop when you perform difficult tasks, playing sports, or even due to repetitive movements. Aging can also…
Having a fairly substantial operation like joint replacement surgery can seem overwhelming. What will help you feel like you have some semblance of control is to prepare ahead of time, so you can minimize your anxiety before the surgery and actually have things ready for your recuperation afterward. If you’re considering or anticipating having a…
As we progress to the cooler fall months, it is more important to make sure we stretch and activate the correct muscles before we run. As a physical therapist, I see 3 common areas in recreational runners that need to be addressed. In this first post I will focus on calf and hip flexibility. Since…
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