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What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and What Can You Do About It?
The median nerve is a nerve which runs from your forearm into the palm of your hand. It provides much of the signal to the front side of you
Dec 1, 2023


How To Work Movement Into A Busy Schedule
Many of us have a fully packed day which may include work, school, childcare, house care, yard work, errands, making meals, responding to ..
Nov 1, 2023


What is Ulnar Nerve Compression and What Can You Do About It?
The ulnar nerve is a nerve which runs along your ulna (the bone in your forearm on the same side as your pinky finger) which provides...
Oct 1, 2023


What to Expect from Spinal Fusion Surgery
Sometimes the only solution to spinal problems such as damaged discs, scoliosis, or severe spinal arthritis, is spinal fusion surgery...
Sep 1, 2023


TIA vs CVA - Mini-Stroke or Stroke?
When people refer to a stroke, they are typically talking about what is known in medical circles as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). A CVA
Aug 1, 2023


What is Bell’s Palsy and How Can You Speed Up Your Recovery?
Affecting an estimated 40,000 people a year in the United States, Bell’s Palsy is an episode (usually temporary) of facial weakness and or p
Jul 1, 2023


Recovering From Total Hip Replacement Surgery
Sometimes the only solution to chronic hip problems, like pain and loss of mobility associated with osteoarthritis, is hip replacement...
Jun 1, 2023


3D Movement Analysis
Powerful Physical Therapy is now offering full body, 3D Motion Analysis using Kinotek technology. With this new tool you can see how you m
May 1, 2023


Recovering From Total Knee Replacement Surgery
Sometimes the only solution to chronic knee problems, like severe pain and loss of mobility, is surgical intervention in the form of a total
Apr 1, 2023


Is Deadlifting Safe?
Many people, especially those with back pain, are told deadlifting is dangerous and they must be careful to not hurt their back. It's...
Mar 1, 2023


Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease that effects the central nervous system by damaging the myelin sheath, or protective coating, of nerves
Feb 1, 2023


Parkinson’s Disease and How Physical Therapy Can Help
Parkinson’s Disease is a disorder of the brain that causes uncontrollable movements and other problems such as difficulty with balance and .
Jan 2, 2023


Holiday Stress and Sticking to Goals
The holidays often create stress and pressure to add to our already full plates which can lead to overwhelm and/or fatigue. If you've been
Dec 1, 2022


How To Prevent Falls
Tips for Fall Prevention For many people, the prospect of falling is no laughing matter, with risk of serious injury. Even for healthy,...
Nov 1, 2022


Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Osteoarthritis (OA) often develops gradually, over time. While people over 50 have higher incidences of hip OA, young people can also..
Oct 12, 2022


Chronic Pain
For those dealing with chronic pain, it can be a heavy burden to carry physically and emotionally. After years of pushing through pain,...
Sep 1, 2022


Rotator Cuff Tears
Rotator cuff tears impact many individuals. Tears can occur with injury, like falling with an arm stretched out, or gradual degeneration....
Aug 1, 2022


Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) often presents similarly to shoulder and neck pain. However, the cause of the pain is due to compression...
Jul 1, 2022


Bunions
Most have heard of bunions or know personally from the direction their toes start moving. A bunion is when your big toe starts turning...
Jun 1, 2022


Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a rare form of arthritis that impacts the spine due to an inflammatory response.
May 1, 2022
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