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19Sep

Physical Therapy and Total Knee Replacements

Did you know the knee is the most commonly replaced joint? A total knee replacement (arthroplasty) is often done in response to arthritis or malalignment in the knee when conservative treatment fails.Reasons for a Total Knee Replacement In most cases, a total knee replacement is done due to one of the following conditions: Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid...

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11Sep

The Role of Physical Therapy in Workers Compensation Injuries

Being injured is never ideal but getting injured at work can be an extra headache. Physical therapy is the first step on your road to recovery so you can return to work pain-free as soon as possible!Common Workplace Injuries Although it is more common to see workers compensation injuries in more physically demanding jobs, they...

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04Sep

Ankle Sprains: What You Need to Know

Ankle sprains are very common injuries – almost everyone has experienced one at some point in their life. They are especially common among athletes and it is important that these injuries are treated and rehabilitated properly to avoid reoccurrence or development of a chronic injury.Types of Ankle Sprains Inversion ankle sprains are the most common...

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28Aug

Concussion Awareness

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury most often caused by a blow to the head, face, or neck. Football and soccer are some of the sports where concussions occur most prevalently, and it is very important that they are diagnosed and treated properly. If you suspect you have sustained a concussion it is...

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21Aug

Why Physical Therapy is Important Following a Hip Replacement

A total hip replacement (arthroplasty) is a common surgical intervention used in response to arthritis or fracture of the hip when conservative treatments fail. Following a hip replacement, physical therapy is a vital part of recovery to ensure that full function can be restored.Cause There are many conditions where a total hip replacement may be...

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14Aug

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

Shoulder pain is one of the most common physical ailments people complain of. The shoulder joint is very complex and is made up of many different structures. This allows the joint to have a wide range of motions but, also makes it susceptible to many different injuries – one of the most common being impingement...

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07Aug

What is Container Baby Syndrome?

A “container baby” is a newborn or young infant who is placed in a container such as a car seat or stroller for extended periods of time throughout the day. “Container Baby Syndrome” (CBS) is a term used to encompass the various conditions all linked to babies that spend a long time in a container...

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31Jul

The Role of Physical Therapy in Motor Vehicle Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents can be very traumatizing to the body causing a wide variety of injuries from whiplash to broken bones. Physical therapy is an important part of the recovery process following an MVA to help reduce your pain and stiffness as well as avoid long term injuries.Common Injuries Sustained During an MVA All motor...

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24Jul

What is Sensory Processing Disorder?

There are eight different senses that our bodies take in from the surrounding environment: sight, sound, touch, smell, taste, vestibular (sense of head movement in space), proprioception (sensation from muscles and joints), and interoception (sensations from internal organs). In sensory processing disorder these processes are disturbed.There are three types of sensory modulation disorder: Sensory Over-Responsive:...

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17Jul

Workplace Wellness

Being in front of a computer and keyboard every day for hours on end can take a toll on the body. Our bodies are created for movement so staying in one position for the majority of the day can result in poor circulation and an imbalance in strength and flexibility of muscles. That is why...