Health Blog Category: PT
Understanding Dry Needling: Trigger Points Physical Therapy Treatment
Dry needling is a procedure that can be performed by licensed physical therapists in Michigan as part of a treatment plan to reduce pain, improve mobility, and relieve muscle tension. While often confused with acupuncture, dry needling is not the same. Acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. Whereas dry needling is based on modern Western medicine and focuses on targeting trigger points and muscle dysfunctions.
Read full blogThe Three R’s: Enhancing Recovery Through PT & Chiro
Physical therapy and chiropractic care play a vital role in improving pain, mobility, and strength. When combined, these treatments can accelerate the recovery process. A successful rehabilitation journey relies on the three R’s: Reset, Reinforce, and Reload. Working with the right medical team and understanding how your body moves can significantly enhance your quality of life.
Reset: The Foundation of Recovery
The Reset phase is the most crucial step in the recovery process.
Read full blogACL Surgery and Rehab
Let’s talk about anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. This is a very common injury that occurs when there are excessive forces placed on the knee joint. This is commonly seen as a non contact injury where the individual twists on a planted foot, has a hyperextension of the knee, or stops suddenly with a change of direction (seen with soccer, basketball, football). This can also be a contact injury where there is a direct blow to the knee or a falling injury where the individual lands in a way that places excessive force on the knee.
Read full blogDirect Access Physical Therapy
Before we dive into what direct access physical therapy is, let’s first define the profession of physical therapy (PT) itself.
So… what is PT? The dictionary defines PT as follows:
“Physical therapy, also known as physiotherapy, is a healthcare profession, as well as the care provided by physical therapists who promote, maintain, or restore health through patient education, physical intervention, disease prevention, and health promotion.”
That all sounds great, but what does it really mean?
Read full blogBenefits of Chiropractic Care and Physical Therapy Together
When it comes to managing pain, recovering from injuries, or improving overall mobility, finding the most effective treatment is crucial. Two powerhouse therapies—chiropractic care and physical therapy—work exceptionally well together, offering a comprehensive approach to health. By combined care with these two services, you can achieve faster, longer-lasting results and experience holistic healing without surgery or medication.
Why Get Combined Chiropractic and Physical Therapy Care?
Read full blogHow Combining Chiropractic Care and Physical Therapy Can Provide Long-Lasting Relief
When it comes to managing chronic pain, two of the most effective treatments—chiropractic care and physical therapy—are often used separately. However, research shows that when combining chiropractic care and physical therapy, patients experience even greater relief, faster recovery, and longer-lasting results. Whether you’re dealing with chronic back pain, neck pain, or other persistent discomfort, using chiropractic care and physical therapy together can offer a powerful, holistic approach to healing.
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 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 blogBreak Free from the Restrictions of Chronic Back Pain
Is Chronic Back Pain Preventing You from Living Your Life to the Fullest? PT Can Help
Do you feel like you’ve been locked out of your life due to your chronic back pain? If so, you aren’t alone. Approximately 80 percent of Americans have experienced back pain or will experience it in the future.
The nagging, sometimes excruciating sensation of back pain can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions.
Read full blogWelcome to a More Comfortable Life: Lessen Your Hip and Knee Pain With Physical Therapy
The Natural, Long-Lasting Solution to Chronic Pain
As two of the largest joints in the human body, your hips and knees play a huge role in supporting your body’s weight and guaranteeing mobility. However, as many Americans know, pain in the hips and knees is remarkably common.
In fact, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control, 50% of all adults reporting joint pain have issues with their knees and hips.
Read full blogAchy Joints Can be a Thing of the Past with Physical Therapy
Pain Relief is Right Around the Corner!
Do you wake up feeling rigid and aching in the morning? You may think, “Did I sleep wrong on my neck? Do I have to upgrade my mattress? ” It’s only natural for us to feel a little off from time to time when our day begins! However, if you notice that you are regularly waking up in pain, it may be time to go to a physical therapist.
Read full blogRely On the Pain-Relieving Properties of Physical Therapy- Before and After Surgery
Are You Looking to Improve the Results of Your Surgery? “Prehab” PT Can Help
Practicing with a physical therapist before your operation– sometimes referred to as “prehab,” — can help you mentally and physically prepare your body for the stress of undergoing a major surgery, and is a very wise decision for your health.
Most people know that physical therapy is commonly used as a tool for rehabilitation after surgery or major strain to the body.
Read full blog3 Ways Physical Therapy Can Provide Pain Relief- Without the Use of Opioids
Have You Been Looking for a Drug-Free, Natural Solution to Chronic Pain?
Do you feel anxious or unnerved by the idea of relying solely on drugs for pain management for the foreseeable future? If so, those worries and fears are completely valid, especially if the drugs in question are opioids. After trying NSAIDs or steroids without feeling relief, many individuals with chronic pain can feel that they have no choice but to turn to more powerful opioids.
Read full blogThe Critical Movement You’re Missing From Your Exercise Routine
Research Shows That Stretching Is Just as Important As Exercise
It is an unfortunate truth that Americans are not getting enough physical activity. Healthy adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week.
If you are trying to become more active, preparing a regular exercise routine of your own is a great place to start. However, you mustn’t forget one of the most important parts of healthy exercise in your new routine: stretching!
Read full blogHave You Heard of Pre-Hab? Chances Are, You Could Benefit!
Everything You Need to Know About Pre-Hab
It’s no secret that undergoing physical therapy after an injury or surgery will help you heal faster. But what if there was a way to avoid injury and prevent surgical intervention in the first place? Pre-hab or preventive rehabilitation allows patients to heal better following surgery, speed up the healing process and, in many cases, avoid injury in the first place. Contact our office today to meet with a physical therapist.
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Improve Your Health and Wellness and Have Fun Doing It Through PT
Staying active can help you live longer while also improving the quality of your life
According to PT in Motion News, 80 percent of Americans don’t meet the physical activity guidelines established by the US Department of Health and Human Services on a regular basis. As you can see, it is difficult for many people to find the time or motivation to exercise.
Read full blogFinally, Stop Experiencing Stress-Induced Headaches
If You’ve Been Dealing with Painful, Stress-Related Headaches Physical Therapy Can Help!
People who experience stress or tension headaches often describe the pain as a dullness, tightness, or a feeling of pressure around the forehead and neck. If this type of discomfort, often described as a clamp squeezing the skull sounds familiar, keep reading.
While reducing your stress level can often reduce the severity of your stress-related headaches, achieving that can be easier said than done.
Read full blogAre You Waking up in Pain? Your Mattress Might Be the Reason Why
Your Sleeping Situation Impacts Your Health More Than You Might Think
Imagine gently waking up after 8 hours of sleep. You should feel rested and ready to start your day, right? But when you move to sit up you are suddenly struck with an intense backache.
Pain in your shoulders and neck quickly follows as you move and is soon accompanied by a dull ache in your hips and legs when you stand.
Read full blogReady to Improve Your Health? You Can Do So With These 7 Tips
Enhance Your Health and Wellness with These Easy Steps!
Most people feel that they have to spend hours a day working out or attending the gym in order to keep fit. That’s why many of us find ourselves saying we don’t have time to exercise! However, it doesn’t take hours out of your day to work out and remain physically fit. There are a few simple elements you can integrate into your everyday routine that will improve your health.
Read full blogFast Pain Relief Is Possible WITHOUT Dangerous Opioids
Are you searching for a method of natural pain relief? Try physical therapy!
Long-term opioid use is not a good strategy for chronic pain management. In addition to the risk of addiction, opioids only mask the painful symptoms of a larger problem.
Physical therapy has been shown to be a much better alternative than opioids or other pharmaceutical medications for achieving measurable relief from chronic pain.
If you have been considering using opioids for pain relief, but wish to explore alternate options first, contact our office today to speak with a physical therapist.
Read full blogIs a Nutritional Diet Your Key to a Healthier Life?
Did you know that you can manage your chronic pain with proper nutrition and physical therapy?
If you are working to manage a chronic pain condition with the help of a physical therapist, it is likely you will receive some nutritional advice as part of your treatment. They know that in some chronic conditions, dietary changes can hugely help the body reduce or even eliminate pain.
A study released by Harvard Health showed that certain foods can alleviate inflammation, while other foods can aggravate it.
Read full blogRecently Sustained a Sprain or Strain? We Can Help
Find Relief Today!
There you are, walking through the park on a sunny summer day when you unexpectedly find a hole with your foot. Before you know it, you are in agony, slumped in a crumpled heap, hoping that no one saw you slide. So, what do you do from here? How do you know if the injury is going to go away on its own, and when do you call a physical therapist?
Read full blogDrugs Don’t Have to be the Answer for Pain Relief – Try PT Instead
You Don’t Have to Risk the Harmful Side Effects of Drugs – Find Natural Relief with Physical Therapy
Pain can be a helpful messenger, a warning that something needs to be repaired in your body—but it can also be an agonizing nuisance that destroys your quality of life. To make matters worse, many pain issues are rooted in deep-seated underlying disorders, often arising from a part of the body other than a part of the body with symptoms.
Read full blogStress-Related Headaches Getting You Down? Relieve Them with PT!
You Don’t Have to Deal with Day-to-Day Pain
Dealing with headaches on the daily alone can be very isolating and leave a person feeling exhausted.
Did you know that headaches are the third most common pain complaint? It’s true. Headaches are extremely common and can be so debilitating to the point that they impact a person’s quality of life.
Fortunately, through physical therapy, long term relief is possible.
Read full blogDo You Have Any Of These 3 Types of Arthritis? Try Physical Therapy
Relieve Your Pain Without Harmful Medications!
Arthritis is a common term used to describe over 100 different forms of joint pain and disease. Many people believe that arthritis affects only the aged, but this is far from reality.
According to Healthline, “the symptoms of arthritis usually develop over time, but they may also appear suddenly. Arthritis is most commonly seen in adults over the age of 65, but it can also develop in children, teens, and younger adults.
Read full blogReady to Finally Say Goodbye to Lower Back Pain?
Find The Relief You’ve Been Looking for with Physical Therapy
The World Health Organization estimates that in the United States, 149 million days of work are lost due to low back pain.
Many people suffer from lower back pain and have no idea how to find permanent relief. Dealing with this kind of pain impacts daily life and can take away the time you normally use to relax, work, and spend time with your family.
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