As we all know, our country has been ravaged by an opioid crisis. In 2016, 116 people died from an opioid overdose every day and it is estimated that approximately 11.5 million Americans abuse prescription drugs. This is a frightening and painful time, but there is a way out. Physical therapy is a natural, safe,
Avoid Dangerous Painkillers and Opioids With Physical Therapy
April 20th, 2023Differentiating Between Sprains and Strains, and Treating Them With Physical Therapy
April 10th, 2023We’ve all been in this situation: you’re walking down the street when your ankle slips off the curb. You feel an immediate twinge of pain, but you’re not sure if it necessarily requires a trip to the doctor. Many minor injuries can be treated with ice, or may eventually go away on their own. However,
Experiencing Sciatic Pain? Here’s How to Tell if It’s Time For Physical Therapy.
March 20th, 2023Did you know that the sciatic nerve is the human body’s longest nerve? It runs from the lower back to the legs and ends at the feet. People suffering from sciatica typically describe their pain as “shooting pains” down one side of the body. While physical therapy intervention is not always required for sciatica, it