Put An End To Headache Pain With Physical Therapy
Did you know that headaches are the third most common pain complaint across the world? (International Headache Society). It’s true! So if you began reading this and you are suffering from headaches, breathe a sigh of relief: you are not alone.
It is no secret that headaches can cause limits to your daily life. Fortunately though, physical therapy can help you overcome those painful barriers.
If you are living with constant headaches and you’re looking for relief, contact Richmond Physical Therapy today to schedule a consult with one of our licensed physical therapists.
Read full blogIs Your Back Pain Caused by Your Posture? Physical Therapy Can Help You Feel Better
Do you live with pain in your back? You are not alone. Back pain is the most commonly reported area of pain, which can cause significant limits to one’s daily life.
It is common for back pain to develop due to poor posture. If your posture is not correct, it can cause stress on other parts of your body, resulting in pain, inflammation, or dysfunction. Fortunately, posture can be improved with the help of physical therapy.
Read full blogTrue Pain Relief Without Drugs Can Be Found Through Physical Therapy
You know how limiting pain can be if you live with it. Chronic pain, defined as pain that lasts three months or longer, usually indicates the presence of an underlying illness that requires treatment.
While medicine can help to conceal discomfort in the short term, it will not provide long-term relief. Non-pharmaceutical pain treatment is preferred over pharmaceutical pain treatment, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and they perform a superior job reducing pain in most circumstances.
Read full blogIs Chronic Pain and Inflammation Controlling Your Life? Your Diet Could Be To Blame
If you live with chronic pain and inflammation that plagues you on a daily basis, know that you are not alone. What you might not realize is that the culprit behind your pain could be what you’re putting into your mouth every day!
There are many chronic conditions that can lead to this; however, much of the pain and inflammation you’re feeling can be managed simply through diet. Your body is fueled by what you eat, so when you eat a nutritious diet your body is able to recover much faster!
Read full blogFight Back Pain With Physical Therapy Treatment
If you are living with chronic back pain, you know how limiting it can be to your daily life. It can hurt to sleep, it can hurt to get up out of bed, and it can hurt to bend over or pick your child up. Dealing with back pain day in and out gets old!
That’s why it’s important to consult with a physical therapist as soon as it starts. The longer you wait, the more likely it becomes that it may progress into a more serious issue.
Read full blogYou Don’t Need Drugs For Arthritis Relief
Are you living with arthritis? Do you think you may be experiencing symptoms of early onset arthritis? Do your joints feel painful, achy, or weak? You are not alone if you suffer from arthritis. In reality, people are diagnosed with more than 100 different forms of arthritis. The elderly are the most likely group to be diagnosed with arthritis; nevertheless, arthritic symptoms can occur in people as young as their early middle years.
In a study published by the American Journal of Sports Medicine, it was discovered that male athletes who participate in professional sports are more likely to develop arthritis in their lifetime than the rest of the general population.
Read full blogDo You Think You Have Arthritis? Get To The Source of Your Pain With Physical Therapy!
Arthritis is a disorder of the joints that millions of people live with. It results in joint inflammation that can cause aches, pains, stiffness, and limited mobility. While there are over 100 types of arthritis, they are typically split into two categories: monoarthritis, meaning only one joint is affected, and oligoarthritis, meaning multiple joints are affected.
The two most commonly reported types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis develops from “wear and tear” of cartilage, while rheumatoid arthritis develops from an overactive immune system.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help You Solve Your Chronic Pain Problems
When you wake up in the morning, do you feel achy? While aches and pains are common from time to time, waking up every morning with them can indicate a more serious problem.
If you have painful sensations in the morning for no apparent reason, don’t hesitate to contact Richmond Physical Therapy as soon as possible for assistance. We’ll get to the root of your problem to help you find relief, so you can wake up in the mornings feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day ahead.
Read full blogDiscover The True Culprit Behind Your Back Pain
Did you know the spine is made up of twenty-four bones? It’s true! Of these twenty-four bones, five bones are found in the lower back. The spine also contains nerves and intervertebral discs in addition to these bones. Because the spine is such a complicated component of the body, discomfort might arise from time to time.
Pain can sometimes be the result of an underlying problem, such as a herniated disc. A herniated disc can occur anywhere along the spine, although the lower back is the most specific location.
Read full blogHere’s What You Don’t Know About Finding Relief For Hip and Knee Pain
Your hips and knees are essential joints that work hard all day to give you the best possible function. They are common sources of pain and discomfort due to their complexity and constant use.
As the cartilage in one’s joints begins to break down with age, the risk of experiencing chronic hip or knee discomfort rises. Anyone can acquire hip or knee discomfort due to excessive overuse, unanticipated traumas, or underlying disorders.
You may have been told that the only way to find relief from hip and knee pain is through expensive surgery.
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