PT 360° Sports Medicine & Spine Therapy

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Articles on pain, recovery, and movement health.

Physical therapist assessing a patient's foot and ankle in a clinic gym setting
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Why does my foot hurt? Discover the top 3 reasons for 90% of foot pain

Foot pain is a common problem and most people suffer from it at some point in their lives. The foot is one of the most neglected parts of...

Diagram of hip internal rotation, adduction, tibial external rotation, and ankle pronation in the legs
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Shoes, Orthotics, Ankle support OH MY! When do we need some assistance?

It is very common for the active person to have aches and pains. When our supportive muscles get tired strange things happen with our...

Jar of savings with coins and cash, representing the cost of going to physical therapy first
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Save Money and Save Time: Go to Physical Therapy First!

Old School models of rehabilitation of low back pain start with WAITING for a meeting with a physician, WAITING for a referral for a...

Physical therapist providing hands-on manual therapy to an athlete's neck
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Spine Therapy for Sports Injuries: Recovery & Performance

Sports injuries involving the spine can be particularly challenging due to the complexity of the spine and its central role in movement and...

Physical therapist assisting an older adult on a balance trainer
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Advanced Balance & Gait Therapy: Improving Senior Mobility

As we age, maintaining mobility becomes increasingly important for ensuring independence and quality of life. For many seniors, balance and...

Therapist guiding a patient through a vestibular gaze-tracking exercise
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The Role of Vestibular Therapy in Treating Dizziness and Vertigo

Dizziness and vertigo can be disorienting and debilitating, significantly impacting daily life. Often caused by issues within the...

Physical therapist assisting a patient through a targeted back and hip stretch
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Managing Back Pain And Sciatica with Targeted Physical Therapy Exercises

Chronic back pain and sciatica are common conditions that can significantly impact your daily life. Whether the pain stems from a herniated...

Pediatric physical therapist helping a young child walk with a supportive walker
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Pediatric Physical Therapy: Supporting Children With Physical development

Pediatric physical therapy is a specialized field that focuses on helping children overcome physical impairments, developmental delays, and...

Physical therapist assessing a patient's lower back for chronic pain
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Spine Therapy For Chronic Pain: What To Expect In Your Recovery

Chronic back pain can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of your life, from work to daily activities. Whether your pain stems from...

Physical therapist guiding a patient through a balance exercise on a trainer
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How Balance & Gait Therapy Can Prevent Injuries and Improve Mobility

Balance and gait are fundamental to our ability to move efficiently and safely. Poor balance or abnormal gait patterns can increase your...

Woman resting on the floor with a hand on her abdomen during a pelvic floor recovery routine
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Pelvic Floor Therapy: A Guide To Restore Strength and Function

Pelvic floor therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy that focuses on improving the strength and function of the muscles that...

Physical therapist guiding a patient through a pelvic floor therapy session
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What do you wear for pelvic floor physical therapy?

A pelvic floor workout is designed to reduce or eliminate bladder problems, painful sex, and vaginal prolapse in women. It may also be...

Physical therapist palpating a patient's abdomen during a pelvic floor evaluation
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Is pelvic floor therapy awkward?

Taking a course of pelvic floor physical therapy can be a great way to recover from pelvic pain. However, there are many questions that you...

Woman performing a pelvic floor bridge exercise on a mat
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Is it too late for pelvic floor therapy?

Getting your pelvic floor muscles strengthened with our clinic can reduce incontinence. During pregnancy or even before, you can get...

Young girl working on a craft project as part of pediatric occupational therapy
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What types of therapy are used in pediatric therapy?

It can be frightening and overwhelming to discover that your child may need more support than you are able to provide. It is possible to...

Therapist and young child working together with modeling clay during a developmental therapy session
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What is Developmental Therapy?

Pediatric Developmental Therapy is unique to the world of early intervention and specifically looks at how a child is developing across all...

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How do I know if my child needs physical therapy?

During physical therapy, your child will be evaluated by a physical therapist to determine if he or she is in need of treatment. If your...

Diagram comparing a weak pelvic floor and a strong pelvic floor
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What happens on the first day of pelvic floor physical therapy?

During the first day of pelvic floor physical therapy, the therapist will do an evaluation of your condition, prepare you for the therapy...

Smiling baby being fed with a spoon during a feeding and swallowing therapy session
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What is Feeding and Swallowing Therapy?

Whether you have recently been diagnosed with feeding and swallowing disorders or you have been suffering from them for years, it is...

Physical therapist assessing a patient's pelvic and hip alignment during a session
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Is pelvic floor physical therapy worth it?

Whether or not pelvic floor physical therapy is worth the time and money you will need to invest depends on your individual circumstances...

Diagram of the pelvic floor muscle anatomy
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What does pelvic floor therapy do?

Using pelvic floor therapy is an effective method for treating urinary and fecal incontinence. It involves evaluation of muscle strength...

Young child in a superhero cape reaching toward the sky, representing growth and confidence supported by occupational therapy
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When should a child see an occupational therapist?

Occupational therapists at our clinic are professionals who have special training and certification in helping children and adults who are...

Parent helping a child with schoolwork at home, part of a family-supported therapy routine
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What type of therapy is used for children?

Various types of therapy are used at our clinic for children, such as Cognitive-behavior therapy, Art therapy, Family therapy, and others...

Physical therapist applying manual therapy to a patient's lower back
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What are the benefits of manual therapy?

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Group of young children laughing and playing together in a playroom
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Why is pediatric therapy important?

Occupational therapists work with children who have disabilities, to help them gain independence. They work with children to develop...

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How Do I Know If My Child Needs Speech Therapy?

Regardless of how much your child may love to talk, there are times when he or she may have some speech issues. These problems can include...

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How does pediatric physical therapy work?

Whether your child has experienced an injury or developmental delay, physical therapy is a treatment that is designed to help your child...

Therapist applying manual pressure to a patient's upper back
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Does manual therapy reduce inflammation?

Manual therapy is a type of physical treatment that uses hands-on techniques to improve mobility. This may include soft tissue work and...

Therapist assessing a patient's forearm and wrist mobility
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How long does it take for manual therapy to work?

Manual therapy is a hands-on treatment that can be used to relieve pain, increase mobility, reduce swelling and inflammation, as well as...

Physical therapist assessing a patient's knee during a manual therapy evaluation
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Who will benefit from manual therapy?

Musculoskeletal pain and stiffness can be a real issue for many people. Fortunately, physical therapists are qualified to prescribe manual...

Therapist using a manual therapy technique on a patient's shoulder
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Does manual therapy actually work?

Manual therapy is an umbrella term for various hands-on treatment techniques. This may include joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation...

Massage therapist performing hands on back treatment
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Can a massage therapist do manual therapy?

Manual therapy is a form of physical healing practiced by medical professionals such as massage therapists, physical therapists...

Man holding his lower back and shoulder in pain
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Is manual therapy painful?

Manual therapy is a type of physical therapy that utilizes the hands instead of an instrument or machine, and it can be an effective way to...

Therapist performing a hands-on manual therapy technique on a patient's shoulder and back
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Why do we use manual therapy?

Manual therapy is a type of physical treatment used by therapists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists to address...

Physical therapist performing a manual therapy shoulder technique on a patient lying on a treatment table
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Who Performs manual therapy?

Manual therapy is an umbrella term for physical therapists’ treatment protocols to reduce pain and enhance function. This encompasses a...

Physical therapist performing manual therapy on a patient's neck
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What can manual therapy treat?

Manual therapy is a group of hands-on techniques used by physical therapists to address various symptoms and conditions. Manual therapy...

Physical therapist using an IASTM tool for manual therapy on a patient's back
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What are the different types of manual therapy?

Manual therapy is an umbrella term for several hands-on techniques used to relieve pain, stiffness and increase range of motion in various...

Physical therapist manually adjusting a patient's back
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What falls under manual therapy?

Manual therapy is a type of physical therapy where physical therapists use their hands to manipulate joints and soft tissue in order to...

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Exercise Is The New Superfood

If you knew you could improve your health and wellbeing without taking a pill, wouldn’t you? Exercise is the most effective for impact on...

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