Total hip replacement (THR) is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged hip joint with a new artificial/prosthetic implant. Physical therapy is essential before and after surgery in order to…

The functioning of the lymph nodes and immune system are intertwined and when a blockage occurs, it results in a condition known as lymphedema that causes swelling in the arms…

Physical therapy can help individuals of all ages, starting from birth. In fact, the term ‘neonatal physical therapy’ is an advanced practice area in pediatric physical therapy. The physical therapist…

Most people have heard about multiple sclerosis (MS), but don't know much about this autoimmune disease. It's a debilitating and progressive condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. Normally,…

The average person spends eight (8) hours or more in the workplace. Occupational hazards and risks are prevalent in a work environment, especially one with prolonged periods of sitting. A…

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.…

A stress fracture, also known as a fatigue-induced fracture, consists of one or more small cracks in the bone. It is associated with a pattern of overuse, commonly seen in…

As we go through different stages in life, from childhood, adolescence and adulthood into our senior years, it becomes even more important to adopt a healthy lifestyle. As they say,…

Are you in search of a physical therapy program that can help you recover from an injury or chronic pain? Have you considered aquatic therapy as an option? Aquatic therapy,…

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…