Feeling a snapping sensation in your hip when you swim can be a sign that you have snapping hip syndrome, a condition that can occur due to repetitive movements of the hip. Although hip pain can be a symptom of the syndrome, snapping hip syndrome is usually painless. Taking a break from the pool can help resolve the problem, but medical treatment might be necessary if snapping hip syndrome is painful and chronic.
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The treadmill is a common exercise apparatus used primarily for running or walking. Performing any exercise with poor form increases your risk for injury. Poor posture, slumping and holding your head in a downward position whi...
The major joints of the human body are subjected to significant stresses in normal day-to-day activity, and even more so during sports or strenuous workouts. The tendons that anchor muscles to the bones, and the ligaments that ...
“Golfer’s elbow,” or medial epicondylitis, refers to the pain on the inside of your elbow while “tennis elbow” refers to exterior elbow pain. Both are forms of tendinitis. Understandably, people af...
The metacarpals are the bones that make up the palm of your hand. A broken metacarpal can present a temporary, but necessary absence from sports activity. Only return to basketball with the permission of a qualified sports phys...
In the quiet, peaceful environment of a Pilates studio, snapping sounds emanating from your body are sure to attract attention. A snapping hip generally is not very serious, but it can be irritating and in some cases can be a s...
Running regularly can help you stay healthy and fit, so it can be difficult to give up for even a short time, even if you have an injury. However, running with an injured knee can create unnecessary complications. If and when y...
Seven vertebrae of the spinal column are considered part of the neck; these are called the cervical vertebrae. Fractures to these vertebrae range from minor hairline fractures to fatal broken necks. Rehabilitation from a broken...
A regular running regimen can build your cardiovascular system and boost your metabolism, but it can also subject you to a variety of overuse injuries, including iliotibial band syndrome, or ITBS. ITBS can be a painful and debi...
Healing after back surgery or a back injury requires careful planning. You need to find the proper balance between resting, to let your back heal, and exercise and stretching, to help your muscles grow strong again. Stretching ...
The wrist is a complex joint made up of eight bones, plus the radius and ulna, the two bones in the forearm. "Broken wrist" can refer to a fracture of any, some or all of these bones. Complications after a fractured w...
If you suspect that your child is experiencing abnormal muscle development, consult a doctor as soon as possible. Depending on the diagnosis, your child’s doctor may recommend that your child perform specific leg-strength...
Quadriceps tendon ruptures are particularly common in individuals older than age 40. If you tear your quadriceps tendon, you should immediately stop running or putting other strain on the tendon and seek medical treatment as so...
Ligaments play a critical role in skeletal mechanics by connecting and supporting your bones. These tough, white, fibrous bands also support internal organs such as your bladder and liver. The ulnar collateral ligament is in yo...
Part of the difficulty of diagnosing cervical cancer is that there are no noticeable symptoms in its early stages. Once detected, treatment options including surgery and chemotherapy offer hope. Alternative complementary treatm...
Occupational therapy is used to help improve the ability to perform the tasks necessary for everyday living. Young children with physical or developmental issues may benefit from a combination of both physical and occupational ...
Children with autism often have physical limitations that require physical therapy. Their decreased ability to coordinate movements and other motor deficiencies may prevent autistic children from participating in mainstream phy...
Knowing a little about the effects of common pain therapies can help you make the best choice for your needs. Please note that the information presented in this article is not intended to replace medical care by a physician.
Physical therapy, or PT, is a vital component of recovery after illness, injury or surgery. By using modalities such as electrical stimulation and ultrasound, a therapist can alleviate pain and promote healing. Exercise, ambula...
Doctors cannot identify a cause in some cases. Treatment of the underlying condition is important for eliminating or alleviating the resulting poor muscle tone. Physical therapy helps children with developmental delays and phys...
Pediatric physical therapy can be beneficial for children with injuries or other physical limitations. This type of therapy encourages children to engage in play and activities of daily living to promote balance, coordination, ...
An ankle cast is often applied after a fracture or major surgery. Once your cast has been removed, your muscles will have atrophied from lack of use and will need to be strengthened. Your physical therapy will start with streng...
Whirlpool therapy uses agitated water to transfer energy via convection to and from muscles. When hot water is used, the heat is transferred to the body. When cold water is used, the heat is transferred away from the body. Whir...
Between talking and chewing, your jaw moves thousands of times a day. Most people take these actions for granted and never think twice about it but movement of the jaw is very important -- movement of the jaw allow you to enjoy...
Developmental therapy comprises various disciplines including physical therapy and treats developmental delay by concentrating on improving a child's ability to meet developmental milestones involving sensory, gross and fine mo...
Your heartbeat, breathing, digestion and stress response are processes under autonomic control; they happen "automatically." Certain injuries to your brain, spinal cord or body can damage the ANS. Physical movement encourages t...
A limb-sparing pelvectomy is a life-changing experience, requiring extensive postoperative care, including physical therapy. In an internal pelvectomy, doctors remove part of your pelvis without amputating your leg. The prevale...
Your doctor will design a treatment plan based on your disease process that may include chest physiotherapy, also called CPT. CPT includes a secretion clearance process that you can do at home to help alleviate the buildup of ...
Treatment generally involves casting the wrist and sometimes includes surgery to help repair the bones. The casting phase normally lasts six weeks but can last longer. Physical therapy for wrist fractures includes exercises tha...
The inguinal ligament is a tough fibrous band that supports the groin region and helps to prevent the intestines from protruding into the groin. An injury to the inguinal ligament is called a strain and is most commonly experie...
Cervical dysfunction, or the inability to move your head throughout its full range of motion without pain, can have numerous causes that can range from a simple sore muscle to the more serious herniated disc. It can also be the...
Regular exercise is paramount to maintaining a healthy life, and can even increase your chances of survival and recovery after a kidney transplant. Activity is important before and after surgery, as both are needed to strengthe...
These injuries can be mild, moderate or severe and may be within a muscle tissue or between separate muscles. Along with medication to diminish pain and reduce swelling, physical therapy is often prescribed. Consult a physician...
The role of the therapist is to perform actions on the musculoskeletal system that restore the patient's function, strength and mobility, as well as to increase the patient's independence and quality of life.
Physical therapy for cervical spine, or neck, compaction can involve manual therapies such as massage, cervical traction devices, electrical stimulation and laser therapy. While traction is not a new therapeutic method, electri...
Therapists use different approaches and techniques to treat various musculoskeletal issues. Rehabilitation and therapy techniques cater to specific injuries and disabilities. Therapy also takes into consideration age, condition...
Certain physical therapy techniques and exercises may help restore wrist joint function and reduce pain.
This therapy is often referred to as exercising the entire kinetic chain. This kinetic chain treatment uses physical and occupational therapy to rehabilitate the entire muscle and skeletal group surrounding an injured joint and...
Your thigh bone, or femur, is the largest bone in the human body and as such is also one of the strongest bones in your body. As we age and conditions like osteoporosis set in, your bones begin to weaken. A fall can break the...
Your distal bicep tendon is located along the lower end of your upper arm biceps, near your elbow, and connects the radius bone in your lower arm. Severe tears, or ruptures, of the tendon require arthroscopic surgery that reatt...
In some cases, physical therapy may be required after undergoing the latissimus dorsi method of surgery because of weakness that may develop in the upper back and arm where the tissue has been recruited.
Surgery takes anywhere from two to three hours and patients spend two to four days in the hospital. Patients are on crutches for up to six weeks following the repair. Physical therapy begins shortly after surgery and continues ...
A physical therapist is a health-care professional who helps individuals who are suffering from physical injuries and ailments that require rehabilitation. With respect to neck fat, while it is not possible to spot reduce fat i...
Your elbow is made up of the two bones of your forearm and the large bone of your upper arm. You can break your elbow either by direct blow or as a result of falling on your arm when your elbow is straight. A fracture of your e...
However, restoring and strengthening your foot often results in pain during the process. Together with your physician and physical therapist, you can take measures to treat and sometimes even prevent pain during physical therap...
It also controls your sense of balance, known as vestibular function. Injury to the brain stem may cause lack of balance and lack of coordination in movement and mobility. Physical therapy may help reduce damage caused by a cer...
Because of the weakness of your foot and ankle muscles or because of spasms, you will experience difficulty with standing, ambulating and completing your daily self care. Your physical therapist will work closely with you to fa...
Doctors catergorize a brachial plexus injury based on the severity of the nerve damage. Under the instructions of a physician and physical therapist, physical therapy exercises may help heal damaged nerve fibers. These exercis...
This type of fracture can result from severe knock-knees, bowed legs or rotational forces when your foot is firmly planted and unable to move. Severe breaks must be surgically fixed before rehabilitation starts. Consult with yo...
The benefits of physical therapy are immeasurable. Physical therapy changes the lives of patients every day, enabling them to return to their lives with greater ability. The skilled work of physical therapists, certified athlet...
This procedure involves using man-made anchors to attach the tendon to the outside of your shoulder joint. Biceps tenodesis usually involves a stay in the hospital followed by weeks, or months, of physical therapy to restore yo...
Balance describes your ability to keep your center of gravity over your base of support, despite interference from external forces. Physical therapists treat people with balance disorders that result from aging, injuries or neu...
In the case of ligament damage, scar tissue helps the ligament heal, providing more stability to a tissue without a large nutrient supply. After surgery, however, scar tissue development can hinder your range of motion. Physica...
An impinged nerve in your neck causes pain in your neck, upper back and radiating down your arm. Physical therapy can help, according to a study published in the "Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy" in 2005. Ele...
Repair often involves immobilization of your hand and you may even need surgery. Your doctor will recommend you begin physical therapy as soon as she removes your cast.
Although the large majority of reported cases occur in men, more women are suffering from this condition if they participate in heavy physical work or participate in powerlifting training. Understanding the causes and treatment...
Your physical therapist uses a variety of mediums and activities to facilitate your recovery. Bread dough is an unconventional but useful material that your therapist may use to rehabilitate an injured foot, improve your balanc...
Vertebral fractures can occur as a result of trauma as well as age-related bone disease. Certain fractures may heal on their own while others require surgery. Physical therapy is often recommended in either case to strengthen m...
Rehabilitation for these injuries can vary from a few days of rest and anti-inflammatory medicine to a need for surgical repair of your injury followed by months of physical therapy.
In addition, strength training exercises for the neck, shoulders and back will be administered in an effort to help reduce strain and tension put on your neck muscles. While not all migraines can be treated by physical therapis...
If you have these types of cancer, you will likely undergo surgery, hospitalization, chemotherapy, or a stay at a rehabilitation facility. Understanding the importance of the purpose of physical therapy for these conditions wil...
Because your spine is responsible for the stability, structure, flexibility and protection for your entire body, even a mild back injury will often require physical therapy for complete recovery. Physical therapy may not heal...
Although they are thick bands of ligament, they are subject to stress and injury with vigorous or repetitive sports activities and can cause a literal pain in the butt. Physical therapy focuses on reducing initial pain and prev...
Getting moving after your surgery is one of the most important things you can do to help you return to your previous activity level. While your physical therapy is probably going to be tailored to your specific condition, the b...
Most of these injuries come from a fall on an outstretched arm or another traumatic event, such as a motor vehicle accident. Because of the severity and complexity of this type of injury, you will require extensive therapy to r...
Common injuries involving your scapular include rotator cuff inflammation and tears, tendinitis of the subscapularis muscle and a joint sprain where your collar bone meets your scapular, notes Sportsinjuryclinic.net. While trea...
Breaking a leg causes pain, difficulty with movement and possible deformity. For most people, a broken leg requires treatment from a physician, as well as a period of rest to allow the bones to heal. You may receive physical th...
Microfracture surgery is performed on people with cartilage tears of the knee. By creating microfractures in the underlying bone, blood and bone marrow leak out from the fractures, which can help to create new cartilage. This h...
All physical therapy offices have ultrasound equipment and licensed ultrasound technicians who are on staff or on call. Many physical therapists themselves are certified ultrasound technicians. New ultrasound machines are small...
Although similar in their drug-free, nonsurgical approaches to care, chiropractic and physical therapy have distinguishing differences. Both approaches have unique benefits and some limitations. Chiropractic focuses more on joi...
If you are elderly, you are most susceptible to this type of arm injury because you began to lose bone mass around the age of 40. Rehab for a post humeral neck fracture should be completed under the guidance of a physical thera...
A tear or sprain to the coracoclavicular ligament by your shoulder can solicit a great deal of pain and inhibits normal shoulder movement. Physical therapy includes ice, anti-inflammatory pain medication and rest, followed by s...
Chiropractic sessions and physical therapy are two different ways you can treat back pain, but they essentially have the same end goal: to alleviate tension and nerve compression and restore mobility without drugs or surgery. C...
While each case is different, treatments for soft tissue injuries can help reduce pain and swelling, and your therapy also can include treatments to help restore your previous activity level.
The Pilates system of exercise enhances strength and flexibility, while correcting postural misalignment and muscular imbalance and faulty movement patterns. These benefits are particularly important after any type of surgery. ...
In a paper for the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, physical therapist Eileen Gurgone provided a review of studies prior to 2004 investigating the role of exercise and manipulation in treating this condition....
Your therapy may help restore and strengthen weak, damaged or diseased joints and muscles in your hand and wrist. Your therapist, in conjunction with your doctor, will create an exercise treatment plan to help restore function ...
Exercises and physical therapy may help relieve pain, increase flexibility and range of motion, and decrease flare-ups that limit your mobility and interfere with your quality of life. Talk to your doctor about therapies and ex...
Physical therapy is for individuals who have impaired physical ability due to injury, illness, disease, disability or who are unable to perform daily activities. Physical therapy is designed to restore an individual's ability t...
Physical therapy assistants (PTAs) are a vital component of many successful therapy teams throughout the world. Skilled in specific areas, PTAs have can carve out a unique niche of usefulness in many settings. However, there ar...
Your thoracic outlet is the space between your collarbone and first rib. Thoracic outlet syndrome occurs when the brachial plexus nerves in your shoulder are compressed by the muscles and bones in this region, says the American...
Ankle injuries can knock you off your feet anywhere from a day to a couple of weeks, making physical therapy extremely important. Physical therapy helps to strengthen your ankle, and regain the balance you had before the injur....
The evaluation is broken into history, inspection and palpation, range-of-motion, strength and special tests. An evaluation always precedes the start of a rehabilitation program, even if your physician evaluated you prior to pr...
This region is responsible for helping to support the weight of your upper body and therefore is critical to your quality of life. The physical therapy protocol often involves a period of immobilization and pain medication, fol...
Your physician will work closely with you after lower leg amputation to restore strength to your lower limb muscles and hips and restore flexibility in your hips and knees. Flexed hip and knee contracture is a common complicat...
Each year, there are an estimated 200,000 ACL injuries and 100,000 ACL reconstructive surgeries, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Whether you have surgery or not, physical therapy is an essential part ...
Any time your body is injured, you must first allow the area to heal, and then start the rehabilitation or strengthening process. Physical therapy is a post-injury process focused on restoring function and range-of-motion to in...
Skier's thumb happens when the ligament that holds the bones together tears. The name comes from skiers who turn their thumbs backwards during a fall or maneuver. This can be a disabling problem, as the thumb controls a large p...
The good news is that with treatment, you can ease the pain associated with a neck strain. Since each case is different, check with your doctor or physical therapist to determine whether these treatments are right for you.
Nineteen of these bones are located in your toes. As a result, your toe bones -- including your little toe -- may become injured at some point. If not treated correctly, a broken little toe can lead to deformity and chronic pai...
Several types of breaks can occur with these bones, such as a simple break in the middle of the bone shaft to a complex break in which the bone is completely crushed into several pieces. The severity of the break determines wha...
During recovery from a back injury, tendon injury, fractured bone or abdominal surgery, just to name a few, your therapist is likely to use some of these types of activities to address your deficits and restore your independence.
Instructions for home physical therapy for the wrist involve a variety of exercises that improve your wrist's range of motion and strength. All provide a natural way to improve your wrist functioning while restoring it to prior...
Knowing what is necessary to keep a mending bone in the best possible shape for recovery requires a few steps to ensure it heals correctly. Visiting your doctor, developing a relationship with your therapist and peforming your...
This process typically includes a series of interventions to alleviate your symptoms, and then physical therapy to restore normal musculoskeletal functions. Consult your doctor for an accurate diagnosis and to determine the pro...
Physical therapy is typically performed after an injury or surgical procedure. As part of your rehabilitation program, trained physical therapists help your body heal and recover movement, function and range of motion, reduce p...
With the procedure, your surgeon will remove the affected disc and replace it with either a metal spacer and fuse the two adjacent bones to the spacer. Following the procedure, you will have to take it easy for a while and unde...
According to the American Physical Therapy Association, the goal of physical therapy is to prevent and treat movement and physical dysfunction, while promoting overall health. Physical therapy is a recommended form of treatment...
Paraplegia is a condition in which a person loses the ability to move his legs. This condition most often results in the individual being confined to a wheelchair. If you're suffering from paraplegia and are confined to a wheel...
In addition, several other muscle groups work in opposition to serratus anterior to fix the shoulder in a stationary position so fine handwork can be done. Physical therapy for this nerve depends on the type of nerve impairment...
Testing the hand muscles has been an important diagnostic tool for centuries. Results of such tests help to diagnose hand health problems and to establish proper courses of treatment. Traditionally, hand muscle testing was done...
Therapy is a vital component of your recovery and one of the largest factors affecting the quality of your recovery and the life of your new joint. Discussing your progress thoroughly with your orthopedic surgeon and your physi...
Physical therapy is a form of rehabilitative health care for musculo-skeletal problems, such as muscle and connective tissue injuries. Muscle strain and ligament sprains are common injuries that may require physical therapy, w...
Physical therapy following abdominal surgery often begins almost immediately after waking up from the anesthesia -- and can continue for several months depending on your specific condition. Be sure you check with your doctor or...
This injury can result in extreme pain, swelling and a loss of movement in your knee. Surgery is often required to repair an ACL injury, followed by six to nine months of physical therapy to help restore strength, stability and...
Physical and occupational therapists are often the first to stand and transfer you after surgery or injury. Transfers, or moving from the sitting to standing position or moving from one seated surface to another, are integral t...
A physical therapy functional assessment of a geriatric patient is one aspect of a comprehensive evaluation that determines the patient's physical, psychological and social needs. The information obtained allows a multidiscipli...
Shoulder stretches performed during physical therapy sessions can vary widely. Many different methods to stretch the shoulders exist. Some techniques are preferred in the acute stages of injury, while others are preferred duri...
There was no effective medical or therapeutic treatment for these problems until 1993, when LSVT Global developed a speech therapy called LOUD. Three years ago, the organization applied the LOUD concepts to limb movements to cr...
A physical therapist works closely with doctors and nurses in providing the best in medical care for patients. A physical therapist may also specialize in the care and treatment of wounds throughout the rehabilitation process, ...
While some ankle or foot injuries can heal in as little as two to six weeks, others may take 12 weeks or longer. If your injury is severe or you are concerned about your ability to return to activity, your physician may recomme...
Your C5 and C6 vertebrae are located in the cervical portion of your spine, otherwise known as the neck. Physical therapy for C5 & C6 ranges from reducing pain and symptom levels by properly taking care of this region to streng...
Tight muscles are often the result of overwork, an injury or a sedentary lifestyle. Regardless of origin, tight muscles can cause pain and limit your mobility and range-of-motion. A tight muscle is more vulnerable to injury; pe...
Physical therapy is a bridge from injury or illness to wellness. Rehabilitation programs have specific therapies for different diseases, including metastatic cancer. Special issues can arise with bone metastasis and physical th...
Orthopaedic surgery refers to a surgical procedure to correct or treat problems with your bones. The doctors who perform this type of surgery often specialize in trauma, sports injuries and problems with your back and spine. If...
If you've injured your foot, ankle, knee or hip, chances are your doctor or physical therapist will suggest that you use a cane to help your mobility. Using a cane can ease the pain you experience when you walk by helping to su...
The timing and intensity of your physical therapy should be directed by your doctor and trained therapists who know how to help you reach your goals without overdoing it and possibly re-injuring your bones and joints.
An injury to your spinal cord causes partial or complete loss of function and mobility below the point where the cord is damaged. Physical therapy is part of the rehabilitation for all injuries of this type, and will be tailore...
If you've ever been injured in a car accident or hurt yourself significantly while playing a sport, there's a good chance you have seen a physical therapist. Physical therapy is a type of rehabilitative health treatment program...
Injuries or conditions such as shin splints, tendinosis, an ankle sprain and drop foot could damage and weaken the tibialis anterior muscle. The goals of physical therapy are to reduce inflammation and pain, increase flexibilit...
The main objective of physical therapy is to return your body to normal function following an injury, disease or surgery. Physical therapy can help you recover faster from conditions affecting your body that limit your ability ...
Osteoporosis can occur in any bone in your body, including your right elbow and wrist. Symptoms of osteoporosis include easily fractured bones with minimal to no trauma. Physical therapy for osteoporosis focuses on bone and mus...
Athletes who play soccer, football, basketball and hockey are more likely to injure their ACL due to the demands of their sport. The ACL's function is to provide stability within the knee joint; tears or severe injury to the li...
These injuries can result in the inability to freely move your wrist and fingers with the same freedom as you did before your injury. Physical therapy exercises can help restore the mobility to your fingers and hand. Check with...
According to Drs. Zacharia Isaac and Katherine Dec in an article for UpToDate, almost 10% of adults suffer from neck pain at any given moment. Physical therapy is a beneficial way to treat and prevent neck pain by focusing on t...
Symptoms include severe pain, swelling, tenderness, stiffness, numbness, deformity of the hand and loss of grip strength. Surgery may be needed to repair and realign the bone, followed by months of physical therapy to rebuild l...
A physical therapist is a trained professional who works in conjunction with doctors and other healthcare providers to help restore function and the use of injured body parts that involve the musculoskeletal system. Restoring q...
The pain can be severe and crippling. While many cracked ribs result from car accidents, other activities that can lead to rib injuries include falls, extreme coughing bouts and sports. Rarely do doctors operate on rib injuries...
Brachial plexus neuropathy is a nerve disorder that affects the shoulder and arm on the side where the damage occurs. It causes decreased sensation, reduced movement and pain. The damage usually is caused by direct trauma to th...
Occipital neuralgia is a type of headache that includes distinct, sharp pains in your head. There are many treatment options, including physical therapy, that can be used to alleviate your discomfort. Physical therapy comes in ...
IBM is associated with weak wrists and fingers, atrophy of the forearms and thighs and difficulty swallowing. Physical therapy can act as one part of a limited treatment plan for IBM.
However, if your vertebrae has sustained enough damage so that it is unable to heal on its own, the bone may need to be replaced completely. Charite discs are artificial discs that are surgically inserted in place of a damaged ...
Cancer patients deal not only with the debilitating effects of the disease, but also with the effects of cancer treatments, such as balance issues, swelling, fatigue and endurance difficulties. Through careful evaluation, phy...
Your spinal accessory nerve is located on either side of your neck just under the surface of your skin. This nerve innervates your trapezius muscle, located between your shoulders and your neck, and is responsible for shoulder ...
Broken bones are common injuries suffered by people of all walks of life, especially those who are physically active. The injury requires proper treatment to ensure the bones heal properly. Physical therapy is also needed to re...
Most spinal surgeries should be followed by rehabilitation to alleviate pain and regain control of your spine. Depending on the spinal surgery performed, different treatments are performed by physical therapists to reduce pai...
It is designed to prevent the bones from rubbing against each other, and the advantages over a full knee replacement include a quicker recovery and less blood loss. Once the healing process takes hold, physical therapy is often...
Neuropathy can present itself either as a numbness in your arms and legs, or as a tingling, pins and needles sensation that runs up and down your limbs. Neuropathy can be painful and debilitating, affecting your quality of life...
Many cysts are harmless and asymptomatic. However, occasionally they can press against your nerves and become painful. When this occurs, they must be treated properly. One treatment option is physical therapy, which can help re...
A vestibular hypofunction involves diminished inner ear functioning in either one or both ears, according to the Vestibular Disorders Association. Physical therapy, known as vestibular rehabilitation, involves retraining the br...
The injuries can require ice treatments to help reduce swelling, immobilization for a period of several weeks and treatment with rehabilitative exercises to help restore strength and flexibility to your arm. Check with your doc...
For children and adults, it can occur as a result of another medical condition, and may dissipate on its own. If your baby has torticollis, it may stem from womb positioning, mild injury during childbirth or a tendency to turn ...
Your feet and ankles are subject to a large amount of stress -- first by bearing your body weight, and secondly by absorbing the full impact of landing from an airborne position while running and jumping. Ligaments are tissues ...
Pressure point therapy, or acupressure, is used for the relief of pain. Massage or gentle pressure is a useful form of physical therapy, particularly around the body's pressure points where tension has a tendency to build up a...
Spondylosis is a general term that is used to describe age-related deterioration in your vertebral discs and can eventually lead to osteoarthritis, which is a painful condition that affects mobility and function around a joint....
Physical therapy training for balance deficits and fall prevention can help all age groups, but may be needed more during surgery or injury recuperation in order to return the individual to a more functioning lifestyle and duri...
This is a major medical procedure that requires an extensive rehabilitation. A critical part of that rehabilitation involves physical therapy. Physical therapy will help to restore range of motion in the hip and rebuild the str...
Physical therapy can benefit people who have an aggressive form of brain cancer called glioblastoma multiforme, or GBM. This fast-growing cancer can occur in both adults and children. GBM occurs more frequently in adult men tha...
Knee arthroscopy lasts about 30 minutes to one hour and has a recovery time of six to eight weeks, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. As part of your recovery, you will participate in physical therapy to...
A hyperextended knee is a condition that occurs when a large amount of pressure forces your knee to bend backwards. This injury can occur as a result of an accident such as a car crash, or it can be the result of an impact when...
The muscles that make up your shoulder -- the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis -- and the bones that comprise your shoulder joint -- the humerus, clavicle and scapula -- together form the most flexibl...
The nerve connects the muscles of your forearm to your spinal cord and runs along your elbow's backside. This area is termed the "funny bone" since pressing your elbow at this point results in a quick tickling or tingling feeli...
It involves replacing your knee joint with a prosthesis. In order to achieve the best results following knee replacement, you must undergo extensive physical therapy. This therapy will help you restore full movement and strengt...
The end of this bone closest to your foot is vulnerable to fracture as a result of forceful trauma to your foot or lower leg. This can be a debilitating injury, taking several months to heal. Physical therapy is highly recommen...
Whether it's ligament repair or knee replacement, surgery to repair the knee can challenge the ligaments, tendons, muscles and knee joint. While you may associate physical therapy with something you do after surgery, physical t...
Physical therapy is an important aspect of joint injury treatment for the promotion of range of motion, ROM, within the joint and the procurement of muscle strength in the affected area. Ankle fractures can be a highly painful ...
A feeling of pressure in your shoulder joint, also known as rotator cuff impingement syndrome, is a common condition that manifests itself with pain, weakness and a loss of flexibility in your shoulder. This condition can be ca...
Hip pain is usually worse at night and can prevent you from getting restful sleep. While it's normal to experience some pain during pregnancy, self-care techniques and stretching exercises can alleviate hip pain. Additionally, ...
After the inflammation and any associated pain have subsided, you should begin physical therapy to prevent recurrence. This involves performing resistance exercises to strengthen the affected tendon or tendons and the muscles t...
Recovery from a broken arm bone can take anywhere from a few weeks to over a month, depending on the type of break and the specific location of your injury. Following a period of immobilization to help your bone heal, your doct...
Infants born with CMT display a characteristic tilting of the head away from the defect. Physical therapy is typically recommended as a first-line treatment for CMT and fortunately corrects most cases of CMT without the need fo...
Making and keeping an appointment with your physical therapist can give you options when it comes to treatment to help reduce the pain. A physical therapist has access to certain aids that can help you find pain relief and prev...
Common causes of shoulder problems include sprains, fractures, frozen shoulder, arthritis, rotator cuff problems, dislocations, bad posture, excessive use and muscle weakness. If you suffer from shoulder pain or discomfort, you...
Surgery is often necessary to correct the condition, followed by physical therapy to increase your flexibility and strengthen the surrounding muscles. Consult a physical therapist to develop an individualized exercise program.
However, the process of adapting to the loss of a limb and placing your weight on a prosthesis can take some time. In conjunction with a prosthetist, a physical therapist will help you return to your former lifestyle as seamles...
Depending on the type of chest physical therapy required, procedures are typically performed by respiratory therapists, trained family members or the patient himself. You may need to receive or perform chest physical therapy se...
As a physical therapy assistant, you will provide physical therapy services to clients of all ages in a variety of heathcare settings, under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. To become a physical t...
Years after polio was eliminated in the United States, long-term polio survivors began experiencing new symptoms, in which muscles previously affected by their initial polio infections started weakening again. The exact cause o...
Physical therapy wound care programs can offer alternatives to traditional therapies that may not be effective on certain wounds. Wound progression can lead to systemic infections, disabilities, amputations or death, so finding...
The most common type of incontinence in women is stress incontinence and is defined as "the involuntary loss of urine on effort or physical exertion." This can include activities such as sneezing, coughing, laughing, running or...
The tendons located on your hand's palm side are responsible for bending your fingers and are termed flexor tendons, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. A physical therapy routine for flexor tendon damage...
Following a myocardial infarction, or MI, a person is often recommended physical therapy. Therapy may help improve strength and endurance as well as reduce your chance of having another heart attack. A number of exercises and t...
Physical therapy rehabilitation centers serve patients recovering from surgery or traumatic injury. The therapists often work with children and adults with degenerative disease or birth defects. The facilities are equipped with...
The American Physical Therapy Association has set forth guidelines for physical therapy professionals. These guidelines ensure proper patient care and communication with the doctors who have prescribed physical therapy for thei...
Core strength is crucial for people of all ages, including kids. Your core muscles help support your spine, promote good posture, and allow you to walk and run. Physical therapy for a 5-year-old needs to be fun as well as fun...
Your calf muscles attach to your heel bone via your Achilles tendon, and a torn calf muscle can be severe enough to hinder your walking ability. Physical therapy for a torn calf muscle needs to be done diligently to properly pr...
Twenty to 30 years later, some polio survivors began experiencing a cluster of symptoms, such as new and increased muscle weakness, fatigue and pain, called post-polio syndrome. A physical therapy program might benefit people w...
Injuries or degenerative joint disorders of the hip can be treated effectively via the use of physical therapy. Therapy is prescribed by your orthopaedic doctor to help you regain lost strength in your muscles as well as increa...
Because these tendons are narrow, they are susceptible to injury. Common causes of pulled wrist tendons are traumatic injuries such as a fall and or overuse injuries like tendinitis. Physical therapy for strained wrist tendons ...
Because severity of the condition varies significantly, the affecting symptoms may differ on a case by case basis. Regardless of the level of autism, however, physical therapy can play a vital role in helping a child improve bo...
Carpal tunnel release surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures. Carpal tunnel surgery is usually best for people with severe symptoms, but nonsurgical treatments by a physician, physical therapist and/or occupation...
When coughing, sneezing or exercising puts extra pressure on the bladder, small amounts of urine may leak. According to the American Physical Therapy Association, proper preventive measures and treatment prescribed by a physica...
Bursitis can make using your shoulder painful. A painful shoulder can be uncomfortable to move, but not moving your shoulder can make your condition worse by causing you to lose muscle. This may even lead to a frozen shoulder, ...
After suffering a hamstring muscle tear, you should limit your activity for some time. Eventually, when your doctor permits, you need to begin physical therapy to fully recover from the injury. Consult a professional to develop...
Physical therapists help people recover from injuries and return, free of pain, to their functional daily activities. Therapists working with professional and recreational athletes have a more challenging task. They help athlet...
Injuries can include fractures, dislocations, tendinitis, sprains, strains and damage to ligaments, muscles and cartilage. Ankle and leg injuries can range from mild to severe. As part of your rehabilitation, you will likely pa...
The surgery is most often performed on patients with severe coronary artery disease, especially those with weakened pumping function. After surgery, physical therapy is recommended to reduce possible consequences of prolonged b...
This type of fracture is a medical emergency: seek medical attention immediately if a fracture is suspected. You can typically expect your forearm to be immobilized in a cast for six to eight weeks following the injury. Afterwo...
Recovering from a broken ankle, however, makes it difficult to perform cardiovascular training that includes walking or jumping. Your doctor and physical therapist formulate a personalized treatment and rehabilitation program t...
This injury often results in pain and stiffness in your ankle, even after the injury has begun to heal. You should always check with your doctor to determine whether any exercises are right for your specific condition. These ex...
Patellar compression syndrome usually occurs when the patellar retinaculum tendon pushes the knee cap out of alignment. This tendon stabilizes your patella, or knee cap, on both sides. However, the outer side is often stronger ...
Vertigo, or the sense of movement when there is none present, can be a crippling condition that results in your inability to enjoy your daily life and carry out daily activities. Positional vertigo is a sense of motion when you...
Rehabilitation protocols for a broken ankle often depend on the type and location of your injury but can include strength training, range of motion exercises, sport-specific activities and occupational therapy. Check with your ...
While much of the Pilates method emphasizes the core, many of the exercises strengthen and support the the knees, and play a key role in some physical therapy programs.
A hammertoe is a toe that curls because its middle joint is bent, causing it to point downward, and may also be the result of improper footwear. Both conditions, if they are severe enough, may require surgery. After surgery, it...
Stuart McGill, author of "Low Back Disorders." Physical therapy treatment identifies the cause of pain and the therapist prescribes corrective exercises to alleviate the pain and improve your movement to prevent pain recurrence.
Whether you have spine issues, a broken leg or a fractured hip, you can benefit from the physical therapy that may help restore optimal range of motion and mobility through physical therapy assessment techniques and plans of ca...
Balance disorders commonly affect the elderly, They are caused by a number of factors, including medications, disease, poor muscle tone and lack of activity. Outpatient or at-home physical therapy and exercise instruction may h...
Sickle cell sufferers have red blood cells that have been distorted to a crescent shape. The sickled cells can block blood vessels causing severe pain -- this pain is known as sickle cell crisis. Some forms of physical therapy ...
Iliotibial band syndrome is common in runners and cyclers, especially those engaged in long-distance running and biking marathons. Considered a common injury to the thigh and knee, the condition is caused by constant friction o...
Septic arthritis is a type of joint inflammation that occurs when bacteria infect the fluid capsule surrounding the joint. Also called infectious arthritis, this condition can happen if you have an infection in another part of ...