May10th 2019Have you ever had to stop and “shake out” your hands while typing on a computer or smart phone? If so, your hand (or hands) may be affected by a common nerve impingement called carpal tunnel syndrome—indeed, one of the most common types of work-related musculoskeletal injuries affecting hard-working Americans. What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Apr20th 2019Physical therapy as an industry has been talking about the link between core strength and better balance for years. When the “core” muscles around your trunk are strong, they prevent chronic lower back pain and many other injuries, but they also keep you from losing your balance and falling down. A stronger core will help
Apr10th 2019There are common causes of both back pain and neck pain. Changes in the spine’s anatomy often cause back pain. There may be lumbar disc herniation, lumbar degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis or sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Disc herniation occurs when the gel-like interior of the disc leaks outward and irritates the nerve roots. It typically causes
