Trigger Points and Referral Pain: How a Physical Therapist Can Help Relieve and Prevent Discomfort
Trigger points, often referred to as muscle knots, are hyperirritable spots in muscle tissue that cause localized or referred pain. These knots can form as a result of muscle overuse, stress, poor posture, or injury. When pressure is applied to a trigger point, it can produce pain, tightness, or discomfort in the muscle or in other areas of the body.
Easing Perimenopause symptoms: The Power of Physical Therapy
Perimenopause can be a challenging time for many women, but it doesn't have to be endured in silence. Physical therapy offers a natural, non-invasive way to manage many of the symptoms associated with this transition.
Relieving Headaches Through Physical Therapy: A Natural Approach to Pain Management
Headaches are one of the most common health complaints, affecting millions of people worldwide and Physical therapy (PT) has emerged as a highly effective, non-invasive approach to managing and treating headaches, especially those with musculoskeletal origins.
Understanding Elbow Pain: Symptoms, Prevention, and Effective Treatment Tips
Elbow pain is one of the most common reasons people come to LivingWell Physical Therapy. If it hurts to hold your coffee cup, physical therapy can be very helpful!
Minimizing Shoulder Pain After Radiation
Is it uncomfortable to sleep?
Heaviness or pinching in your chest?
Is it becoming more uncomfortable to wear a sports or regular bra?
Are you slowly losing flexibility or strength in the arm affected by radiation or surgery?
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