This time in PT News we recap what our clinics have been posting throughout December 2024. We are excited to bring you current physical therapy-based posts featuring published articles from PTandMe partnering clinics!
1. Pinched Nerve in the Neck? Start Treating with 2 Exercises
Written by JACO Rehab, with locations throughout Oahu, Hawaii.
Once a nerve is pinched typical signs and symptoms include the following: A stiff neck or difficulty moving the head & neck, Weakness in the shoulder, arm, or hand, Numbness, tingling, burning, shooting, & or throbbing running from the neck down into the shoulder blade, down the arm, and even into the hand and fingers If you’re having symptoms, you should get a referral to physical therapy to address your individual needs. However, there are foundational exercises that help most people get a head start. Until you get to a therapist, try these. If the exercise increases your symptoms, stop and refer to your therapist…. Read more
2. Outpatient Therapy: Fact vs. Fiction
Written by Desert Hand & Physical Therapy, an outpatient hand, physical, and occupational therapy practice throughout Greater Phoenix, AZ.
Here to debunk your common misconceptions about occupational and physical therapy is Partner and Director Brittany Moya, CHT. What is Fact and what is Fiction? THERAPY FICTION 1: “I don’t need to see a therapist in-person to do therapy”
Therapy Fact: A simple online search may get you some exercises or tips on how to treat a pain you are experiencing. However, those gadgets, oils and influencer tips will only take your healing so far. In order to accurately diagnose your symptoms, manage your pain, and progress your mobility, strength and function, a skilled set of therapy hands is required… Read more
3. Wrist Pain: Causes and Prevention
Written by SportsCare and ArmWorks Physical & Hand Therapy an outpatient physical therapy group located throughout the Greater Portland and Salem, OR Areas.
Wrist pain is an exceedingly common problem among people who regularly use their hands and wrists for sports, exercise, hobbies, and daily activities. Repetitive motions and sustained awkward positions place enormous stress on the sensitive tendons, nerves, and small bones in the wrist area leading to acute and chronic pain. By understanding what activities commonly cause issues and learning some preventative best practices, you can help keep your wrists healthy… Read more
We hope you enjoyed our picks for the PT News December 2024 edition.
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