There is no ONE special pillow that will guarantee you will not wake up with neck, shoulder or back pain. The key to maximizing your comfort while sleeping is ALIGNMENT! Therefore, you have to consider several factors and determine the type of pillow that will support your neck and shoulders to maintain optimal [...]
Is there a difference between dizziness and balance issues? Are the two related? What causes one versus the other? Did you know that dizziness is the number one complaint of people over the age of 70? Did you know that 85% of balance and vertigo dysfunctions may be inner ear-related? Did you know falls are [...]
Spring has sprung and it is time to pull those weeds to get your gardens and your lawns in tip-top shape. Picture this. You spend two to three hours pulling weeds, mulching, etc... and you go sit down to relax for a little bit. Then you try to get up and your back is in [...]
There has been a lot more information and excitement coming out of the world of CBD, so we wanted to give you some information on this topic to help you stay informed. What is CBD? CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is an active ingredient in the cannabis Sativa plant (commonly referred to as marijuana or [...]
We often have patients ask, "How do I buy the right shoes?" Great question, and there is more to it than you think. Of course, find the shoe you like – the price, fit, color, brand, form, function and style that you want, but don’t stop there! Make sure that shoe is right for you! [...]
What is Cupping? Cupping is a therapy treatment using suction from a specified cup on the surface of the skin. With the cup on the surface of the skin, the air is then extracted from the cup causing the skin to be lifted and separated from the fascia layer just beneath it. Instead of just [...]
Before starting physical therapy, some general questions that you may want answered are: What does a physical therapy session consist of? Is physical therapy something that I want to do? Is physical therapy right for me? Of course you could always google your questions, or ask around to see what others may think. The truth [...]
One question we get often is “Can my diet affect my pain level?” This is a question that absolutely needs to be addressed. Often we have individuals who come to physical therapy looking to become stronger, get their joints moving and increase overall health. However, many will often overlook the other half of the problem [...]
A common question we get from patients is: “What is the difference between muscle soreness and pain?” To answer this question you have to better understand what causes each. For example, you go to the gym and participate in a new activity, and afterwards you’re feeling some discomfort within or around the particular area involved [...]
Plantar fasciitis is when the thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot, which also connects your heel to your toes, becomes inflamed. It is a common condition that can be made worse from: Increased level of activity Running on hard surfaces Recent increase in weight gain What you need: Somewhere [...]
