The shoulder joint has the greatest range of motion of all of the joints in the human body, and this is why it can seem fairly easy to injure a shoulder. Sometimes physical therapy alone can take care of the injury, but in severe cases surgery is required to repair the shoulder. If you have had or are having shoulder surgery, there will be a period of rehabilitation to make sure the shoulder heals properly so you can regain function in that area. The length of the initial phase of [Read More]
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What Causes Shin Splints?
Do you feel pain in the front of your lower leg? If so, you may be experiencing shin splints. Shin splints refers to pain that emanates from the tibia, or shin bone, which is the large bone in the lower half of your leg. The medical term for this condition is medial tibial stress syndrome. Many people experience this leg pain periodically, especially those who actively participate in high-impact activities. Dancers, runners, gymnasts, and even people in the military frequently experience [Read More]
What to Expect After an ACL Injury
An ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury happens when the ACL tears or suffers a sprain. The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the major ligaments in the knee, located at the front of the knee between the shin bone (tibia, in the lower leg) and thigh bone (femur, in the upper leg). The primary responsibilities of this ligament are to stabilize the knee and to help control the knee when the leg is rotated in any direction. The ACL is made up of rope-like fibers. When an ACL tear [Read More]
Physical Therapy vs. Physiatry
You have suffered an injury, or perhaps have just had surgery. Your doctor recommends you see a physiatrist for therapy. You ask him to repeat it. Still confused, you ask him to write it down for you. “But wait,” you demand. “Don’t you mean physical therapist?” Your doctor reiterates what he said. In all honesty, you admit you haven’t a clue what he is talking about. What is physiatry? What’s the difference between that and physical therapy? To help you out, here is a primer on physical therapy [Read More]
Finding the Right Physiotherapist for Your Needs
There is a definite benefit to finding the right physiotherapist – which is the same as a physical therapist – to address your condition and to help improve your quality of life. The right physiotherapist to help treat you might be determined by your particular condition, your occupation, and your age. Let’s explore some of the main things to look for in a physiotherapist: Professional Reference From Your Doctor Some insurance companies will not allow a patient to choose a [Read More]
