Preparing for a marathon means more than just racking up miles. It involves a strategic approach to ensure your body can handle the stress of long-distance running. That's where physical therapy for…
A herniated disc is a common cause of back pain. Discs are cushions made of soft tissue that sit between your vertebrae (bones in your spine). They absorb shocks and help your…
The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that connects your heel bone to the toes and supports the arch of the foot. When this tissue becomes damaged or inflamed, the results…
Physical therapy plays a critical role in treating common knee injuries such as patella femoral syndrome and meniscus tears. Not only can a physical therapy regimen restore strength, mobility, and function, but…
Scoliosis is an abnormal lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine. The condition affects 2-3% of the US population, or about 6 to 9 million people—mostly children and teenagers. While scoliosis can be…
The Achilles tendons are bands of tissue located at the back of each leg, connecting your heels to your calf muscles and enabling you to perform actions like walking, running, and jumping.…