National Physical Therapy Month is celebrated in October to celebrate the positive impact of physical therapy in the lives of patients suffering with pain, recovery and disability.
Did you know more than 50% of the US population above the age of 18 years is affected by bone and joint conditions? Given an aging population and an increasingly sedentary lifestyle,
Pain is a normal sensation which occurs as a response to injury or disease. It has a protective function – When you feel pain, it’s your body’s way of telling you that all is not well,
Falls at home are one of the leading causes of injury as you grow older. Every year, nearly 1 in 4 Americans above the age of 65 is likely to sustain a fall. The consequences of such falls could be minor
Being a diabetic means you are more susceptible to infection, blood circulation problems, and nerve damage to your extremities when compared to the average person. These factors can result in serious
The twinge of pain you feel on the outside of your forearm every time you hit a backhand on the tennis court could be a sign you have developed a tennis elbow, a very common orthopedic issue that
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body with a wide range of motion across multiple planes. Unfortunately, this amazing mobility makes the shoulder vulnerable to tears
Every day countless people suffer unexpected orthopedic injuries. These injuries could range from simple aches and sprains to more complex fractures. When going to the emergency room for treatment,
National Scoliosis Awareness Month is celebrated in June every year to highlight the growing need for educating people about scoliosis, a disorder of the spine that commonly occurs in children
Osteoarthritis, which is a degenerative joint disease, is one of the most common causes of chronic hip pain. It is caused by wearing away of the joint cartilage resulting in friction between the ends
