Health Blog Category: Physical Therapy
Dry Needling: A Key to Relieving Muscle Pain and Enhancing Mobility in Physical Therapy
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique that has gained popularity in the field of physical therapy. Despite its name, dry needling does not involve any medication or injections; instead, it uses fine, sterile needles to treat myofascial pain and dysfunction. Learn how dry needling can help with muscle pain and improve range of motion!
Read full blogStay Active This Summer with Midland and Freeland Sports Rehab
Stay moving this summer by staying healthy, active, and injury free! At Midland Sports Rehab and Freeland Sports Rehab, our comprehensive services are designed to keep you on your feet this summer season. Don’t let pain or discomfort hold your back from enjoying all that summer has to offer.
Read full blogStrike 3: Physical Therapy for Overhead Athletes
Throwing a baseball, swinging a tennis racket, and even hitting a volleyball can all cause strain on the shoulder, elbow and wrist. These “overhead” sports can be extremely damaging in the long run, causing rotator cuff, labrum, or even elbow pain and injuries. Learn how Physical Therapy can help treat and prevent overhead injuries.
Read full blogSwing for the Fences: The Power of Physical Therapy for Baseball and Softball
Overhead sports such as baseball and softball are commonly associated with shoulder and back injuries. One tool to prevent injuries (and treat them in the event of an injury) is Physical Therapy. Personalized treatment plans can not only prevent injuries by identifying areas of weakness and imbalance, but they also can help athletes fully recover following an injury. Learn how PT is a valuable supplement for baseball and softball athletes.
Read full blogFrom Tension to Tranquility: A Journey into Migraine Relief with Physical Therapy
Have you ever suffered from a migraine so bad that every flicker of light feels like your head is pounding? Rather than turning to harmful pain medications to relieve pain, try out Physical Therapy for long term migraine relief and prevention!
Read full blogHarmony in Healing: The Synergy of Massage Therapy and Physical Therapy
Learn how physical therapy and massage therapy are a dynamic duo. Improve healing, muscle health, and physical health by utilizing both therapies in harmony.
Read full blogIs Your Back Pain the Result of a Herniated Disc?
Don’t suffer from the excruciating pain of herniated disks. Get relief by receiving physical therapy at Midland Sports Rehab and Freeland Sports Rehab
Read full blogIf You’re Living with Arthritis, There’s Hope – Find Relief with PT
There are over 100 types of arthritis that affect 50 million adults, and 300,000 children annually! Don’t live in pain, get relief with Physical Therapy!
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help Young Athletes Recover From Concussions
Ever wonder if there is anything you can do to help with your concussion? Learn how Physical Therapy is a great recovery tool for concussions.
Read full blogWhy Getting Treated Often is Important
What’s so bad about longevity? Consistency, sustainability and longevity are concepts we praise in any other category except health. In fact, many tie Lebron James’s accomplishments and statistics to “Longevity” and refuse to attribute them to the GOAT argument. But because of said Longevity the argument continues and we are all here for it!
Read full blogAre You An Athlete Living With Hip, Knee, and Leg Pain?
Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough because they have to be for your game! However, we’re all still human, and unfortunately, injuries do happen.
The hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Conditions such as arthritis, aging, and sports injuries can all cause problems, and before you know it, pain symptoms can flare up.
If you’re experiencing hip, knee, or leg pain, call Midland Sports Rehab and Freeland Sports Rehab to schedule a closer look.
Read full blogDitch the Drugs Today and Say Yes to Physical Therapy Instead!
Living with Pain? Medication Isn’t Always the Answer!
It seems like every time you turn on the tv, there’s another report about the opioid crisis in the country. There’s a legitimate reason to panic. In 2016 alone, 116 people died every day from overdoses of opioid-related medications. About 11,5 million Americans used prescription painkillers in some way, losing an estimated $504 million in economic costs.
Some researchers also feel that many people who would otherwise be willing to work are sidelined because a drug test would fail.
Read full blog5 COMMON SPORTS INJURIES THAT PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN REMEDY
All physical activity comes with a certain level of risk, and because athletes put their bodies through so much stress, the risk of suffering an injury is much greater. As you might expect, the most common sports injuries are minor: abrasions, cramps, blisters, etc.
That said, more serious injuries happen all the time and are typically a result of overuse. For example, a golfer makes the same repeated swinging motion over the course of a round of golf.
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