The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons recommends physical therapy first in treating low back pain. Only 10% of primary care physicians, however, recommended it to their patients in a 2010 SPINE study of 170 million doctor visits. Information published by the AAOS describes guidelines that include physical therapy for both the prevention and treatment of low back pain. AAOS Guidelines … Read More
Physical therapy is an effective treatment for knee osteoarthritis. Current guidelines from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons recommends that non-surgical management of osteoarthritis of the knees should include physical therapy, NSAIDS, and in certain cases, tramadol (an analgesic/antidepressant). Patients who receive physical therapy can expect medical costs to be as much as 45% lower than other non-surgical methods such … Read More
Here are 4 bedtime habits of highly successful people that can lower stress, increase focus and improve daily lives. 1. READ EVERY NIGHT – Billionaire Bill Gates A University of Essex study showed that reading can reduce stress levels by 68%, allowing for clear thinking and successful living. 2. HIDE YOUR PHONE – Businesswoman Arianna Huffington The bright lights of … Read More
Fatigue, mood and self esteem all improve after a single 30 minute low to moderate intensity exercise routine. Researchers at Staffordshire University recently studied 65 participants who reported symptoms of anxiety with depression or other issues. These subjects also declared low levels of consistent physical activity. The patients were then asked to complete low/moderate intensity workouts. Following each exercise session, … Read More
Sometimes back pain can be caused by issues in the lower pelvic region. The sacroiliac joint (or SI joint) is located at the base of your spine and transmits all the forces of the lower body to the pelvis (hips) and lower back. Inflammation and mobility issues in the SI joint and pelvic girdle can cause lower back pain that … Read More
Pain is a signal that there is an IMBALANCE in your body. The brain is telling you that something is wrong. Physical therapy works to correct the underlying dysfunctions, thereby allowing your body to be pain free using a method that is much safer than taking pain killers and less costly than surgery. Muscular, joint, and fascial restrictions and pain … Read More
