Arthritis and Exercise
For years the misconception has been that if you have arthritis you should not exercise, you don’t want to make the pain worse. Research though has proven that this is not the case and in fact...
View ArticleWhy do my joints pop?
It is common for people to crack their knuckles or even their back intentionally because they find that it feels good or allows them to move more freely. Cracks, pops, and other funky noises also...
View ArticleAquatic Therapy: For low back pain
Low back pain is the leading cause of referral to a physical therapy clinic. It is expected that around 80% of the population will experience low back pain during their lifetime. Most individuals who...
View ArticleCan physical therapy help knee arthritis?
What is knee arthritis? Arthritis of the knee is a very common condition, affecting more than 1/3 of the population over the age of 65. Osteoarthritis of the knee results in the most symptoms and...
View ArticlePhysical therapy: can it help arthritis?
Hip Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition that has the potential to hinder a person’s quality of life and prevent a person from performing activities they once loved. Hip OA is largely a...
View ArticleCould my knee pain be arthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disease causing disability, affecting more than 7 million people in the United States. It is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown and...
View ArticleSLAP tears
The shoulder is a ball and socket joint made up of 3 bones: the humerus, which is the bone in your upper arm, the scapula, or shoulder blade, and clavicle, which is your collar bone. The head of the...
View ArticleAquatic Therapy : For pain relief
Aquatic therapy is a form of skilled physical therapy that takes place in the water, usually a small pool, under the supervision of a physical therapist. It is a well-tolerated form of exercise that...
View ArticleWhat to Expect After a Knee Replacement
So you’re having your knee replaced and you have no idea what to expect. Well, Total Performance Physical Therapists are here to calm your fears and give you a realistic picture of what will happen...
View ArticleWhat can I do for my osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disease that leads to disability, affecting about 7 million people in America. It is thought that repetitive microtrauma that tears away at the cartilage is...
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