3 Ways to Alleviate Back Pain Naturally By SportsMed Physical Therapy Back pain has always been an ongoing health issue for as many as eight out of ten people around the world and is so prevalent that at least thirty million Americans experience it at any given time. Back problems alone account for one of the most go to problems at the doctor’s office in a… Read More...
How A Mattress Can Effect Your Back By SportsMed Physical Therapy Most people spend six to ten hours each night lying on their mattress. And it may not be a coincidence that back pain has been on the rise over the past few years. What if the reason for your back pain starts from your mattress choice? Today, we will be taking a look at how a mattress can… Read More...
Importance of Improving your Flexibility Level By SportsMed Physical Therapy Flexibility level is not usually one of the topics that people talk about when discussing their fitness levels. It may seem like a rather irrelevant subject as it doesn’t affect your strength or stamina, but flexibility is one of the most important foundations to building strong, functional body. Today, we’ll be covering the importance of… Read More...
SportsMed PT Success Stories, December 2016 By SportsMed Physical Therapy Every day, our physical therapists and supporting staff build someone’s personal success story. This December 2016 we added to our long line of successes! Here are some of the December 2016 patients we want to congratulate for their hard work on the road to recovery. December 2016 Success Stories Tommy Moore was referred to physical therapy by his primary care physician… Read More...
Quick Fixes For Your Back Pain By SportsMed Physical Therapy Do you have back pain? If it lasts for over a week, get it checked by a medical professional. If you merely tweaked it, you may be able to recover with some quick fixes. Many times, back pain comes from being too sedentary. Sitting for most of the day will cause the body to adapt… Read More...
Is Back Surgery Right for Me? By SportsMed Physical Therapy Back pain is pretty common. For some, surgery may seem the only option when you can’t seem to get any relief. Is that really the best course of action? Let’s first take a look at the common back surgeries and the conditions they treat. Laminectomy Commonly used to treat spinal stenosis. The procedure involves removing part… Read More...
Foot Conditions: Symptoms and Treatments for Bunions By SportsMed Physical Therapy Bunions are boney humps located at the base of the big toe (at the joint). They gradually cause the big toe joint to stick out while pushing the toe inwards towards the other toes. In some cases, bunions can occur on the outside of the foot at the base of the little toe and is called… Read More...
Achy Feet? Try Soft Tissue Work to Relieve Pain By SportsMed Physical Therapy Foot conditions tend to develop over time and the best treatment is prevention. Soft tissue work is the way to prevent them! Regular stretch and foam rolling routines for the feet, calves and legs will promote blood flow, increase joint flexibility and will help prevent issues from popping up in the future. General Foam Rolling Guidelines… Read More...
Foot Conditions: Tarsal Tendonitis By SportsMed Physical Therapy Tarsal tendonitis is a nerve disorder that is caused by compression of the posterior tibial nerve that runs through the tarsal tunnel. The Tarsal Tunnel is a narrow space on the inside of the ankle through which several nerves, arteries, veins and tendons travel though. It is covered externally by a ligament called the flexor… Read More...
Fix Your Desk Job Posture By SportsMed Physical Therapy There are many detrimental health effects from sitting for 8+ hours per day, such as neck pain, shoulder pain, and low back pain. Solutions to this posture problem include utilizing standing desks or stability ball chairs, but to address the root cause of the problem, you will need to strengthen weakened muscles while releasing the tight ones…. Read More...
Flat Feet And Your Step Forward By SportsMed Physical Therapy Flat Feet/Falling Arches Flat feet or falling arches is a condition where there is little to no arch on the inside of your foot, causing the sole (bottom of feet) to come into contact with the floor. Tendons on the bottom of your feet attach the heel and foot bones and these tendons form the… Read More...
Foot Conditions: Plantar Fasciitis By SportsMed Physical Therapy The plantar fascia is a ligament that connects the heel bone to the toes and helps support the arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of this ligament. Causes of Plantar Fasciitis The actual cause of plantar fasciitis is unknown but several factors can contribute such as: Age – more common among the… Read More...
The Knee Knowledge Series: Human Knee By SportsMed Physical Therapy The human knee is the largest joint of the body and is made up of four bones, cartilage, four main ligaments, and two main tendons. Bones of the Human Knee There are four bones associated with the human knee joint – femur (thighbone), tibia (shinbone), fibula (calf bone), and the patella (kneecap). Of these bones,… Read More...
What is Snapping Hip Syndrome? By SportsMed Physical Therapy Snapping hip syndrome (commonly known as Dancer’s Hip) is a condition in which you hear or feel a snapping sensation while extending or flexing (lowering and raising) the hip. This can lead to discomfort when running, walking, or getting up off a chair. In some cases, no pain is felt and the condition goes away. Causes… Read More...
Bursitis: The Causes, Symptoms and Prevention By SportsMed Physical Therapy Bursa are fluid filled sacs located throughout the body near main joints. They help with proper gliding of joints and reduce friction during movement. When bursa become inflamed, bursitis occurs. Causes of Bursitis There are several causes but the most common include trauma, infections, or preexisting conditions, such as gout, which cause crystals to form… Read More...
The Top 4 Causes of Hip Pain By SportsMed Physical Therapy The hip is the body’s biggest ball-and-socket joint. It is built to withstand constant wear and tear but is not indestructible. Age and usage can wear down or damage cartilage, its muscles can become strained, and the hip bone itself can be fractured or broken. All of these scenarios can cause hip pain. The locations and… Read More...
The Spinal Series: Scoliosis By SportsMed Physical Therapy What is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is a condition where there is an abnormal bend in the spine. There are two types of bends that occur naturally – kyphosis and lordosis. Kyphosis is the forward bend that occurs in the upper back or thoracic spine and lordosis is the backwards bend that occurs in the lower back… Read More...
Road To Recovery: Knee Pain By SportsMed Physical Therapy Knee pain very common. Most of us either have had it or know someone who has. Normally, a doctor’s recommendation to knee pain would be rest. Even once we start moving again, we may be advised to stay away from certain exercises such as lunging, deadlifting, and squatting. Lack of movement can have several detrimental effects… Read More...
The Spinal Series: Human Spine By SportsMed Physical Therapy The Spinal Series that we just completed was intended to provide you with general information on the most common spinal issues.  In order to have complete knowledge of the subject, it’s important to also have a basic understanding of the human spine! Human Spine: The Vertebral Column The human spine or vertebral column is composed of… Read More...
Injury Free Shoveling By SportsMed Physical Therapy The winter started off calm but hit us hard when Jonas came. Hopefully there won’t be too many more snow storms this year, but we still have at least a month to go. Snow storms mean snow shoveling and with that possible strains, shoulder dislocations, and other injuries. NEWS FLASH – Our society is mainly sedentary…. Read More...
The Spinal Series: Bulging Disc By SportsMed Physical Therapy What is a Bulging Disc? The human spine is made up of vertebrae and in-between each is a jelly disc (called intervertebral discs) that provide cushioning and acts as a ligament connecting the lower vertebra to the upper one. The outside of each disc is fibrous and holds a inner jelly like substance. A Bulging… Read More...
The Spinal Series: Herniated Disc By SportsMed Physical Therapy What is a Herniated Disc? The human spine is made up of vertebrae. In between each vertebrae are jelly discs (called intervertebral discs) that provide cushioning and act as a ligament. The outside of each disc is fibrous and holds the inner jelly like substance. If for some reason the outer layer tears, the jelly substance can… Read More...
The Spinal Series: Sciatica By SportsMed Physical Therapy What is Sciatica? The term sciatica is used to describe pain that shoots down your leg. Sciatica can affect the back, hip, and outer part of the one or both legs. Pain can be constant, come in jolts or can be spurred on by certain movements such as getting up off a chair. Causes of… Read More...
The Spinal Series: Spinal Stenosis By SportsMed Physical Therapy What is Spinal Stenosis? The center of the spine houses the spinal cord. Spinal stenosis results when the spinal canal narrows. If the space is narrowed (stenosis) pressure can be placed on the spinal cord or the nerves coming out of it, which can cause pain. As with many spinal injuries, it most often occurs in the… Read More...
Road To Recovery: Shoulder Pain Exercises (Pt 2) By SportsMed Physical Therapy Get ready for the second of our two part Road to Recovery: Shoulder Pain series. Today’s focus will be on shoulder pain exercises! If you missed the first part click here before continuing: Road to Recovery: Shoulder Pain Injury It is important to understand Thoracic Flexion and Extension in order to help treat and prevent shoulder pain…. Read More...
Road to Recovery: Shoulder Pain Injury By SportsMed Physical Therapy We’re back again this week to continue our Road to Recovery series! This week, the topic is Shoulder Pain Injury. Ever wonder why shoulder pain is so common these days? It’s our daily habits that get us into trouble, and technology doesn’t help. The body is highly adaptable, but that also means it must adapt to… Read More...
The Road to Recovery Series: Back Pain Rehabilitation (Part 1) By SportsMed Physical Therapy This week we’re back with another post as part of our Road to Recovery series! We’re going to bring our focus onto back pain rehabilitation. We can’t stress this enough…those who sit too much are in trouble. Most likely, if your job has you sitting for most of the day, you risk getting injured, even… Read More...
Sitting Too Much? Another Reason to Change That. By SportsMed Physical Therapy Are you sitting too much? Most Americans will sit for 8+ hours per day. That’s a lot! Think about it…most people sit on the way to work, sit at work, sit on the way home, sit to eat, sit to watch TV, and sit to read. By now it’s safe to assume that we all… Read More...
A Quick Fix for Shoulder Pain By SportsMed Physical Therapy Do you have shoulder pain that comes and goes? This is actually quite common. The shoulder joint is very mobile, and because of that it is quite easy to lift from an unstable shoulder position.  The instability is what can open you up to injury and shoulder pain. So how can you avoid shoulder pain altogether? Try… Read More...
What is Sciatica? By SportsMed Physical Therapy What is Sciatica? You have probably heard of someone suffering of sciatica. But what is sciatica? Sciatica is a condition in which the sciatic nerve that runs down your leg becomes irritated due to pressure. The pain can affect the back, hip, and outer part of the leg. Pain may come in jolts or be pretty constant,… Read More...
Say Goodbye to Neck Pain at the Workplace By SportsMed Physical Therapy Neck pain is just about as common of a complaint as back pain at our offices. With more and more people working at sedentary jobs, it’s no surprise. People that sit at a desk, or drive a vehicle tend to be especially prone to neck pain at the workplace. We live in a heavily internally rotated… Read More...
Strengthen Your Core to Relieve Back Pain By SportsMed Physical Therapy When you hear the term “core,” abdominal muscles may immediately come to mind. However, the core actually comprises much more than just the abs. The core includes all the deep and superficial muscles used to stabilize, align, and move the trunk of the body as well as the pelvis and hips.When you strengthen your core,… Read More...
