Pediatric Developmental Physical Therapy

Pediatric Developmental Physical Therapy What is a Pediatric Physical Therapist? A Pediatric Physical Therapist provides services and support for children and their families, from birth to age 18. They work with kids who have developmental delays or disabilities aiding in development, restoring function, and improving mobility. They identify and treat conditions that may lead to […]

Concussions

Concussion Although head injuries aren’t typically as visible as some injuries, it’s important to treat them just as seriously. A brain injury requires immediate and ongoing care to ensure that the brain can regain optimal functionality. On television, injuries that turn out to be “just a concussion” are often anti-climactic events that the audience is […]

Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease About Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder that affects approximately one million individuals in the United States and approximately 60,000 individuals are diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease each year. What Is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is a chronic progressive disease that is caused by a loss of dopaminergic cells […]

Balance, Dizziness & Neurological Disorders

Balance, Dizziness & Neurological Disorders Symptoms of Balance Problems A balance problem exists when an individual has difficulty maintaining a stable and upright position. A range of factors can cause balance problems, including: Muscle weakness Joint stiffness Inner ear problems Certain medications (such as those prescribed for depression and high blood pressure) Lack of activity […]

Sports and Orthopedic Rehab

Sports and Orthopedic Rehab Sports injuries have sidelined many athletes for games, seasons, and worse, careers. Injuries are common while participating in organized sports, competitions, training exercises, or fitness activities. Poor training methods, inadequate warm-up, and lack of conditioning are a few of the causes of sports injuries. Coping with sports injuries often requires physical […]

Joint & Muscle Pain

Joint & Muscle Pain Shoulder Pain Do you wince when you reach overhead, slip on a T-shirt, or roll over on your shoulder at night? If so, you probably know firsthand how debilitating and frustrating a shoulder pain condition can be. Whether you injured your shoulder in a recent accident, strained your shoulder by over-training, […]

Headaches, Migraines & TMD

Headaches, Migraines & TMD Headaches & Migraines Pain of any type that occurs in any part of the head is called a headache. There are many different types of headaches, with just as many causes. The International Headache Society describes several different categories of headache: Tension-type Migraine and cluster Secondary headaches from an underlying condition, […]

Back Pain and Sciatica

Back Pain &Sciatica If your back is hurting, you’re not alone! Studies show that approximately 80% of Americans experience back pain at some point in their lives. However, it’s important to understand that changes in your spine, such as disc degeneration or joint wear, are a normal part of aging and don’t always correlate with […]

Pre and Post Surgical Rehab

Pre and Post Surgical Rehab Nervous about the recovery process for your upcoming surgery? You are not alone. Everyone has heard stories of how difficult it can be to get back on your feet after an operation. You may have even gone through surgery before, so you have first-hand experience. Fortunately, pre-surgical rehab can make […]