Understanding TMJ Pain Unfortunately, more than 10 million people in the United States alone suffer damage, pain, or discomfort related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). You actually have two of these joints, one on either side of your head, connecting the mandible (or lower jaw) to your skull. Given that you use these joints for […]
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What to do about stress pain? Pain is a common occurrence for many of us. Throughout the week, you may have experienced a headache, muscle tension, stiffness, fatigue, or an upset stomach. These symptoms may be a regular part of your life, and you may have come to accept that your body simply hurts. However,
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We live in a fast-paced and busy world with little time to be slowed down by foot pain. Taking time off for an illness or injury can be stressful or even panic-inducing. When people wake up and discover sudden heel pain disrupting their ability to walk comfortably, they often think, “How fast can I
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Introduction to the best full-body workout! Our health affects every aspect of how we live our lives, from work, activities, our relationships, and how we fare in retirement. As a result, your health is the best long-term investment that is the foundation of your most priceless possession. Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses
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Can Pilates Help With Scoliosis? One might think of Pilates as a modern-day exercise program geared toward the athletic type – the person seeking strength, endurance, and overall body health. Pilates does accomplish all of these goals, but its applications go far beyond general fitness, like helping combat scoliosis. In fact, some of the most
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The Holidays present several challenges for all of us. This holiday season you may find an additional challenge if you are trying to stick to a diet or just make healthy decisions regarding your nutrition. Thankfully, we are here to help with some tips and tricks to help you not deviate too far from your
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From our email bag, word for word, praise for our physical therapy team on treating back pain… Hi Kim, I love the way you run your business! The attention to detail and customer satisfaction is fantastic. Since I am also in a customer service business (real estate broker), I appreciate it takes extra effort and
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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.
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Happy Physical Therapy Month! No one wants to live in pain. But no one should put their health at risk in an effort to be pain-free. Since 1999, Americans have increasingly been prescribed opioids—painkillers like Vicodin, OxyContin, Opana, methadone, and combination drugs like Percocet. In some situations, dosed appropriately, prescription opioids are an appropriate part
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How’s Your Core? After the common cold, lower back pain is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor. Although lower back pain is easy to recognize, its causes are varied and often unclear. Thus, one of the most significant challenges facing physical therapists is to match the suspected cause of the pain
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Call it the doldrums, cabin fever, or an instinct to hibernate: the shorter, grayer days of fall and winter can sometimes get you down. Cold weather is inevitable, but the “blues,” known as SAD (seasonal affective disorder), do not have to be! In fact, a dose of regular physical activity may boost your mood.
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