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DNA Jazz Band Provides Relief from Neck and Back Pain(Post)
The musculoskeletal system of the human body is built to perform work and to be worked. Without sufficient forces being applied to the body tissues they begin to deteriorate. However, over the y ...
5 Common Crossfit Injuries Treated by Physical Therapy(Post)Oh Crossfit, how I love and loathe thee…let me count the ways. I love that you’re a strength and conditioning program that works my whole body! I love that your intention is to help folks lose w ...
Cold & Heat Therapy Treatments for a Pulled Back Muscle(Post)Back injuries are one of the most common ailments treated in physical therapy and can be caused by various situations. The cost of treatment for patients with low back pain in the United States is $2 ...
Treating Recurrent Injuries with Physical Therapy(Post)Once a patient sustains an injury, there is always a risk for recurrence. It doesn’t matter the type of injury, it can be caused by an accident, work or sports-related activity. In addition to the po ...
Improving Recovery Outcomes After Knee Joint Replacement Surgery(Post)Severely damaged knees, either from conditions like arthritis or athletic injury, can make it difficult for people to perform daily tasks including: walking, climbing stairs and running without pain.
Sensory Testing Using Monofilaments for Diabetes and Carpal Tunnel Patients(Post)Sensory testing is important in evaluating the loss of, if any, components of the sensory system which may be damaged either as a result of disease or injury. Monofilaments are the most effectiv ...
The Essential Guide for Therapeutic Modalities for Your Practice: Part Two(Post)If you’re starting your own practice, you probably have a long list of equipment and devices you want to offer. In addition to the modalities you want to offer your patients, accessories and softw ...
Does Taping Ankles Make Them Weaker(Post)Over the years there has been an ongoing discussion or debate as to whether taping your ankles for practice or playing the game makes the muscles that cross over and help support the ankle weaker. Th ...
Why is Healthcare So Expensive In The United States?(Post)The topic of healthcare has been on the minds of a lot of Americans recently with the discussion of the rollout of Obamacare. Healthcare costs, quality, and reform have been headlining economic, pol ...
Hot Therapy vs. Cold Therapy Infographic(Post)EXPLORING HEAT & COLD THERAPY THE THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS OF USING HEAT & COLD IN REHABILITATIONHeat and cold therapy are two of the most popular therapeutic modalities in rehabilitation and wit ...
Rehabbing Sports Injuries with Resistance Bands(Post)Athletes need to do the right kind of exercises on a regular basis to be in fabulous shape, perform well consistently, and prevent common injuries. Resistance bands are excellent for sports professi ...
Minnesota Dexterity Test Guide and Instructions(Post)The Importance of Dexterity TestingDexterity is a skill that most people take for granted until starting to lose function or the need presents itself that dexterity must be measured for the sake of g ...