October is finally here, bringing with it the first signs of Fall, pumpkin-flavored treats, and most importantly; National Physical Therapy Month. Since its inauguration by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) in 1992, PT Month has been a great opportunity to celebrate all PT professionals as well as recognize the transformative power of physical therapy. …
Of course, any injury that prevents you from doing things you love can impact your psychological wellness, too. Frustration, fear, sadness, anger, and loneliness are just some of the emotional challenges many injured athletes face. So, whether you’re a serious competitor or simply someone who loves staying active, these are the things you’ll want to …
With arthritis, knee joints can be painful and may frequently ache. Fortunately, exercise can help you to relieve pain and improve your mobility. While moving a stiff joint may sound counterproductive, health professionals agree that movement can help to reduce arthritic knee pain. If you suffer from arthritis pain in the knees, exercise can alleviate …
Most of us have heard the phrase, “Sitting is the new smoking.” The implication, of course, is that sitting too much is actually harmful to your health. What might surprise you, however, is just how detrimental sitting can be. With one in four Americans sitting for eight hours per day or more, there’s never been a better …
Total knee replacement can be tough on a golfer. A report from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons found that swinging a golf club creates even more stress on the knee than jogging. But with a good rehabilitation program like the month- by-month regimen outlined below, you can be back on the course by the …
What is osteoarthritis in the knees? Are you weak in the knees? If you suffer from osteoarthritis in the knees, a condition where inflammation causes a wearing away of the cartilage. You may struggle with pain on a regular basis. Although your doctor may have prescribed medication for pain, you will likely find that …
How do you gain full range of motion after a knee surgery? In order for you to walk, run, sit or kick comfortably, your knee, must be able to move through an arc of 130°. From completely straight, or fully extended; to completely bent, or fully flexed. Two muscle groups control this motion, the quadriceps, …
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How to know if physical therapy will work for you. When was the last time you were filled with doubt but did it anyway? A couple of months ago, I got an email from Terry, a woman in Los Altos who was worried about finding a solution for her back pain (which had only gotten …
Success story! I very much support and am thankful for the wonderful work that Physical Therapists do! In my case, I came to PhysioFit for physical therapy for help in my inability to walk due to severe knee pain. The Sports Medicine and Surgeon Doctor was my first stop in getting a diagnosis.He thought surgery …
After PT, she was Climbing Hills for 22 Days on Vacation; Pain FREE! Read More »
Last week, I received this interesting question by email from a reader of my column in the Los Altos Town Crier with knee pain. It’s a question a LOT of people with Knee Pain ponder over: = = = “Kim, I am really beginning to wonder if anything can be done about my knee. All …
Lady (53) With Severe Knee Pain Yells, “I’m Stuck!” Read More »
