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If want to target tennis elbow pain effectively, the first and most pivotal step is to reduce activities that are irritating the elbow.
In general, the discomfort they feel is a result of inflammation which develops in the area where muscles connect to the elbow joint due to overuse; typically gripping the racket or golf club too tightly. Patients with tennis elbow often experience exacerbated pain by performing simple daily tasks including opening a door, twisting open a jar, using a screwdriver or even by simply shaking someone’s hand…
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Not enough rest, too much too soon, repetitive motions and simple wear and tear can result in pain and injuries that put the kibosh on your workouts. In fact, a study of college athletes published in the Journal of Athletic Training shows overuse injuries (repetitive motions involved in sports and workout routines, such as long-distance running,...
Do You Have Low Back Pain? Physical Therapy Can Help!<br>You've likely already seen the statistics on low back pain. Up to 80% of us will have an episode of back pain at some point in our lives. For many people this pain doesn't go away and may become chronic or recurring. Low back pain is the main ca
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Nursemaid’s Elbow is a condition where the elbow is partially-dislocated. It occurs when a ligament slips out of place. It is also known as toddler’s elbow because it often occurs in children who are between the ages of 1 and 4. A toddler’s ligaments are loose, and their bones are not fully developed. Toddler’s elbow …
Patients suffering from shoulder injuries often turn to surgery for pain relief, which can take weeks to months of rehabilitation. A new procedure called Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) eliminates the need for surgery and shortens rehabilitation time by speeding up the body’s natural healing process. Blood plasma, also known as PRP, contains a high concentration of … Continued
Water therapy is a natural exercise program that can help patients suffering from serious back problems. Not surprising, people with chronic back pain and serious…Read More
How Does the Social Security Administration Decide if I Qualify for Disability Benefits for Back Pain or Spine Impairments<br>If you have a spine disorder that limits movement or causes chronic back pain, Social Security disability benefits may be available. To determine whether you are disabled by your back pain, or other spinal problems, the Social Security Administration first considers whether your back problems are severe…
Arizona sports medicine expert, Aaron Parr, explains how the nervous system can cause chronic pain, and what a physical therapist can do to help.
In tennis, when you constantly swing your racquet it forces the muscles and tendons in the forearms to work excessively. This can often lead...
Patients with low back pain who see a physical therapist first spend less on care and have a lower risk of being prescribed opioids<br>Low back pain (LBP) is the most common painful condition in the U.S. Recent statistics have shown that about 25% of the population has reported being affected by LBP for at least one full day within the past three months, and LBP is therefore also listed as the number one contributor to years lived with a disability in the…
Discomfort usually subsides just by staying active, experts say
Sometimes rest, ice, and pain killers aren't enough to get rid of tennis elbow. In those cases, working with a physical therapist can help.
If you struggle with pain and stiffness in your elbow, these physical therapy exercises can help improve your range of motion.
Referred pain is a medical term used to indicate discomfort or soreness felt in a part of the body other than the source of the problem.