Ultrasound or “Ultrasonography” is usually seen by many as a procedure meant for pregnancy; however, it is used for many medical procedures and can be very beneficial when used to treat musculoskeletal issues such as muscle spasms, tissue injury, and pain. In physical therapy, the ultrasound machine works by sending an electrical current through crystals … Read More
The average person spends 227,760 hours of their life asleep. That’s 26 years! With that being said, it is so important to spend that time in a proper sleeping position. Doing so can even help prevent back, neck, and shoulder pain! Whether you sleep on your back, side, stomach, or in a fetal position, here … Read More
What is de Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a quite painful condition that causes discomfort to the thumb side of the wrist. This happens because the two tendons that move the thumb through a pulley like system at the wrist becomes irritated. The swelling that occurs due to this irritation limits the tendons’ ability … Read More
When to Use Heat? Heat can be used for stiffness, arthritis, muscle pain, and back or neck pain. Heat may be preferred for chronic or long-lasting stiffness and acute muscle soreness. Note: Heat should NOT be used for the first 3-5 days after joint sprains such as with new knee or ankle injuries. Heat is … Read More
The hip joint and its function: The hip joint is a ball in the socket joint made up of the femur’s head and the “bowl-shaped” acetabulum of the pelvis. The femur is held in place by a cartilaginous ring called the labrum, which acts like a suction cup to add stability to the joint. Much … Read More