Low back pain can be the result of a whole host of injuries and conditions. Here we’d like to focus on one in particular – spondylolysis. This
Physical Therapy for Pain when Bending Down
Have you ever experienced pain in your back when you bend over to tie your shoes, during exercise, or even while performing routine daily tasks? This
Spinal Osteoarthritis Pain & Physical Therapy
Spinal arthritis is one of the most common causes of back pain among patients over the age of 50. In this article, we are going to focus on spinal
Top 3 Reasons to Visit a Physical Therapist
There are many reasons why patients make appointments with us – from post-op surgery patients, to patients dealing with a debilitating injury. In this
A Scar is a Scar is a Scar (or is it?)
“You’re the third physical therapist I’ve seen and the first to look at my scar” said a patient to me 13 years ago. Little did I realize at that
How to Treat Nocturnal Back Pain with Physical Therapy
Getting a good night’s sleep is an essential aspect of living a healthy life. If you are sleep-deprived you’re not going to feel or function well
Plantar Fasciitis – How Physical Therapy Can Help
Ever felt a sharp pain in your heel during a workout? The likely culprit is plantar fasciitis – a common and painful condition that impacts the
3 Common Orthopedic Tests of the Hip
In previous articles, we have talk about some of the common orthopedic tests of the elbow, knee, and hand. Now we’re going to focus on the hip. In
Pain in the Buttocks – Symptoms & Treatment Options
To use a common expression, buttocks pain is a pain in the butt. It can make everyday activities like sitting, standing, and walking extremely
