If you’re injured, coming out of a surgery, or just have a stiff neck, your physicians may send you to an outpatient physical therapy center. Physicians rely on physical therapists to provide a "hands on" approach to developing and helping to carry out a plan of care that promotes movement, reduces pain, restores function, and prevents disability. PTs work closely with the afflicted patient, their family members, and health care providers to meet the patient care goals, as well as ensure the [Read More]
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Is it Time to See a Doctor for Your Back Pain?
Back pain can be dull or stabbing, and it can stop you in your tracks. One of the most common causes of back pain is a minor injury to a ligament (sprain) or muscle (strain) in your back. Sudden or awkward movements, lifting heavy objects, overdoing physical exercise, or not having any exercise at all, can all lead to back pain. Back pain can set you back, but do you know when it is time to see a doctor for your back pain? Going it On Your Own Overdoing it in the gym or in the garden can [Read More]
What is PRP Therapy?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a popular, revolutionary treatment for the joint pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis and some traumatic injuries. PRP therapy for chronic joint conditions has generated a lot of interest since those conditions affect so many people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that up to 25 percent of all adults may develop a chronic joint condition. PRP therapy is increasingly used for other purposes, too, such as hair and skin [Read More]
