An eight-hour work day, especially when associated with sitting in one position, can cause muscle tightness. The simple solution is to stretch your body at regular intervals whether you’re at the office, at home, or outdoors. Here are some tips to remember when stretching. Don’t rush. Start stretching slowly. Do not overstretch. Breathe normally. Never […]
Torticollis is a clinical condition characterized by tightening of the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle on one side of the neck, resulting in the tilting of a child’s head to one side. It can occur due to abnormal positioning of the baby within the uterus or due to injury to the SCM muscle. It may also […]
Is your child’s backpack too heavy or worn incorrectly? If so, it can lead to pain and strain in the back. Don’t take this lightly. Back pain in children is predictive of adult back pain. Don’t let studying be a pain in the neck or back (literally) for your child. A heavy or improperly […]
When rice and meat come to mind, you’re probably thinking about food. However, in the world of physical therapy, RICE (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) has long been the go-to method for treating sports injuries. But recent reports suggest that solely relying on ice and complete rest might actually delay recovery. Complete rest can cause […]
The biceps tendon connects the biceps muscle in the upper arm to the elbow. The tendon acts like a tough connective tissue. The inflammation of this tendon is bicep tendinitis. Physical therapy can help reduce pain and regain mobility. Causes Some of the causes of biceps tendinitis include: a fall that injures the shoulder excessive […]
Most people don’t think of yoga as something that is connected to physical therapy. However, yoga is an effective way to manage a variety of conditions, maintaining flexibility and fostering movement. Yoga can be an important adjunct to physical therapy to relieve pain and aid in reducing the risk of injury. Yoga is more than […]
Also known as jump training, plyometric exercises have gained new popularity in recent years and individuals are seeking the assistance of physical therapists in performing the movements. Plyometrics utilize explosive movements to build muscle and increase power. Originally developed as a training technique for Olympic athletes, it’s now being used by a wide range of […]
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease marked by inflammation in which the immune system attacks healthy tissue, along with bacteria and viruses. It affects all parts of the body, including skin, joints and organs. People with lupus go through cycles of remission and flare-ups in which symptoms worsen. The disease is most often seen in […]
Did you know the face has 43 muscles? These are tiny muscles that control facial expressions like smiling, smirking and frowning. In fact, there is a condition called Bell’s palsy that affects facial muscles, as a direct result of nerve damage. The dysfunction affects a primary cranial nerve that controls facial muscles, resulting in […]
Osteoarthritis is a common joint disorder. It is a normal result of aging and regular wear and tear on the joints. Weight gain is also a contributing factor. The bony surfaces at the joints are protected by a rubbery tissue called ‘cartilage’. When the cartilage starts to break down, the bones begin to rub […]
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