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…

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.…

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…

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…

Hip bursitis is a painful condition, especially if an individual has had a pre-existing hip injury. Athletes involved in repetitive movements like running or bicycling are likely to experience bursitis.…

We exercise to keep our bodies fit, but did you know that exercise can also train your brain? You have likely heard of the effect of endorphins on your mood,…

Children undergo a number of ailments and injuries during their developmental years, some minor, while others can significantly impact the quality of their daily lives. These can include genetic, neurological…

Scleroderma is a clinical condition that is characterized by changes in blood vessels, skin, muscles, and cartilage due to a formation of antibodies that fight against one’s own body (an…

The risk of falling increases with age. A reduction in balance and an increase in reaction time increases the likelihood of falls. Reducing the number of risk factors and improving…

March is National MS Education and Awareness Month. Multiple Sclerosis or MS affects the central nervous system and disrupts the normal flow of neurological impulses between the brain and the…