Try This to Prevent Back or Neck Pain
Once back and neck pain appear, they can quickly turn into a chronic problem. The best way to avoid the debilitating effects of spine-related pain is to follow a …
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Common Orthopaedic Injuries
Orthopaedic injuries occur when your body sustains an impact that’s strong enough to break bones or tear soft tissue. You can also sustain stress injuries that start out small …
Why You Shouldn’t Delay Torn ACL Treatment
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears represent half of all knee injuries. Contrary to popular belief, a torn ACL is seldom caused by a direct blow to your knee. Instead, …
When to See a Doctor About Lingering Pain
An acute injury seldom leaves room to wonder about seeing a doctor. You know that you suffered an injury, it really hurts, and so you seek medical care. Many …
The Difference Between Custom and OTC Orthotics
An over-the-counter (OTC) orthotic may be all you need if you want to make your shoes more comfortable or get a little extra cushioning for your feet. But if …
How Is Sports Medicine Different From Other Medical Specialties?
As physical therapists who specialize in sports medicine, our team at Prolete Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine creates customized rehabilitation strategies you can only receive from a therapist with …
How Can an Antigravity Treadmill Shorten My Recovery Time
Whether you’re a competitive athlete who’s anxious to get back in the game or you simply want to walk normally again, nothing is more important than fully rehabilitating from …
Daily Habits You Can Change to Prevent Chronic Back Pain
Chronic back pain is the leading cause of disability in adults. While you can sustain an injury, chronic back pain is just as likely to develop gradually over years …
How Can Dry Needling Help With My Pain?
You may wonder what a dry needle is and why you’d consider such a procedure. So, let’s start with a few explanations. For starters, it’s called dry needling because …
What Triggers Plantar Fasciitis and How Can I Prevent It?
If you have heel pain, chances are you have plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis accounts for 10-22% of injuries in runners and affects 10% of the general population. We help …