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Millions of car accidents occur every year within the United States, and many of them involve car accident injuries. The most common type of vehicle collision is a rear-end collision. These types of accidents can cause injuries to drivers and passengers that aren’t immediately noticed, such as whiplash. Even if you don’t think you’re seriously […]

Warmer months mean plenty of outdoor work projects — and job opportunities. But with those opportunities comes a greater risk of suffering work-related injuries. Medical treatment, including physical therapy, can help you cope with the long-term complications of injury or illness from seasonal injuries. But being aware of some common dangers in the summertime work […]

Physical therapy is recommended by doctors for many reasons. Not only does it strengthen the body, it also increases flexibility and improves range of motion which speeds up the healing process. Many people will often avoid physical therapy because they don’t think their health insurance plan will cover it. Physical therapy isn’t a gym membership […]

Some arthritic patients worry that their little twinges of pain aren’t enough to “bother” a physical therapist about. Others feel hopeless about improving severe pain and stiffness. Yet PT can be invaluable for any person with arthritis. Here are just a few ways physical therapy for arthritis can help. Make Your Environment More Efficient It’s […]

The vast majority of youth sports injuries aren’t life-threatening or permanently disabling. It is important, however, to be prepared for some type of injury if your child plays sports. About 1.35 million kids and teens experience youth sports injuries each year. With early intervention, sprains, fractures or overuse damage doesn’t have to become a long-term […]

When you combine the natural properties of water with body movement, you’ve got a winning exercise and physical therapy solution. You may intuitively realize this, but let’s delve into it. Here we take a fascinating look at how and why aquatic therapy and water exercise works so well. The magic of aquatic therapy starts with […]

It’s excruciating to watch someone you love struggling with an alcohol addiction. That’s why the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence designated that each April would be Alcohol Awareness Month. It’s a chance for people who suffer from alcohol dependency to reach out to friends and family for support. It also offers the opportunity […]

Do your migraine and headache treatments never seem to work? You may have been misdiagnosed. Many people actually have headaches that originate from neck muscle tension. Determining whether you fall into this category could be the key to dramatically reducing the frequency and severity of your headaches. Shared Pain Nerves The uppermost part of your […]