When you place too much demand on your hand and wrist, you can suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). The Carpal Tunnel is located on the palm side of your wrist and is a narrow channel that protects the median nerve and the tendons that bend your fingers. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common condition
Many people are suffering from vestibular (inner ear/balance) disorders in the United States. A person living with a vestibular disorder may experience a decrease in their quality of life that may negatively impact many aspects of their life. Those who suffer from vestibular disorder often report a variety of symptoms, including vertigo, loss of balance,
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It is common for clients to feel some uneasiness about their first treatment session in pelvic floor physical therapy, but our therapist is good at making you feel as comfortable as possible by being a good listener and empathizing with you. Many clients have said and feel the same way you might, so you should
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, also known as COPD, causes the airways in your lung to lose its normal shape and elasticity and can become inflamed. This creates difficulty in breathing and leads to other problems. COPD is estimated to be the fifth leading cause of death by 2050. Currently it is the tenth most prevalent
Dr. Ben from Oklahoma Physical Therapy (Choctaw) shows you simple prevention exercises you can do at home to avoid having to go to Physical Therapy.
One out of every 5 Americans suffer with one type or another of pelvic pain which is also known as pelvic floor dysfunction. Many Americans go untreated as for most the pain has been unidentified. What is Pelvic Floor Pain? The pelvic floor is made of tissues and muscles which form a sling that goes
The age of technology is great as we receive information quicker, we can communicate with our family and friends more frequently and we work more efficiently. However we are beginning to see the effects of technology on our bodies. The more time we spend typing on our keyboards, tapping our screens or thumb scrolling the
The sale of prescription opioids like Vicodin, OxyContin, Opana, Methodone and Percocet are rapidly increasing as a way to manage pain. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, they have quadrupled in the United States. The opioid usage is now become an epidemic and as of March 2016, the CDC released
The Achilles tendon, the largest tendon, is one of the most common tendons to rupture. This tendon stretches from your calf muscles all the way to the bones of the heel. The Achilles tendon is frequently injured and in most cases it is mild and just feels like a burning sensation/pain or stiff; however approximately