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Sprains, Strains and Ankle Pains! What You Need to Know and When to See a Therapist.
There you are, walking through the park on a bright summer day when suddenly you find a hole with your foot. Before you know it, you are in pain, collapsed in a crumpled heap, hoping no one saw your graceful fall. What do you do? How do you know whether it is an injury that will go away on its own, and when should you call a physical therapist? The best way to find out is to contact Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy today to find out if your sprain, strain, or ankle pain warrants more attention.
Read full blogDon’t Join the Opioid Epidemic. How Physical Therapy Can Help Ditch the Pain Meds.
It seems like every time you turn on the news there is another story about the opioid epidemic gripping the country. There is a good reason for the panic. In 2016 alone, 116 people died each day from opioid-related drug overdoses. Some 11.5 million Americans misused prescription painkillers in some way, costing an estimated $504 million in economic costs. Some researchers even feel that many people who would otherwise be able to work are sidelined because they would fail a drug test.
Read full blog5 Benefits of Therapeutic Massage for Athletes
As an athlete, you already know that you’ve got to maintain optimal health if you want to keep playing the sport you love. Physical therapy with an experienced physical therapist is a big part of that, especially when you’re recovering from an injury. One of the main parts of a good physical therapy regimen after an injury involves therapeutic massage. Below, you’ll learn five of the best benefits of therapeutic massage for athletes. Call Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy now to learn more about how massage can help you live pain-free.
Read full blogDon’t Let Pain Stop You From Getting Back in the Game!
Get rid of the pain by partnering up with a physical therapist. Give Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy a call today to learn more about how our physical therapists can get you on the path to pain relief.
Physical Therapy for Pain Relief
According to WebMD, “Physical therapy is often one of the best choices you can make when you have long-term pain (also called chronic pain) or an injury.
Read full blogDid You Know That a Herniated Disc Can Cause You Serious Back Pain?
One of the most common reasons people visit our physical therapist each day is to get relief from chronic back pain. While back pain can be caused by a variety of medical conditions, in many cases, it is the result of a herniated disc. Herniated discs can occur anywhere along the spine but typically affect the lower back area. Physical therapy patients may also be familiar with other terms used to describe a herniated disc including ruptured disc, bulging disc, or protruding disc, but the treatment for the condition is the same.
Read full blogRelieve You Hip and Knee Pain For Good with Physical Therapy!
Both the hips and knees are areas in the body where several muscles, tendons, and joints are joined together to help you achieve complex movement. If there is damage and subsequent pain in these areas, it can be difficult to perform daily activities. There are several specific ways that physical therapy can help relieve hip and knee pain. Call Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy to find out how a trained physical therapist can help you relieve the pain in your hips and knees!
Read full blog5 Ways Physical Therapy can Put the Spring Back in Your Step!
Do you currently have an acute or chronic pain condition affecting your daily life? Maybe you’re struggling with back pain, a sports injury or impairments following an auto accident. Perhaps you have someone in your family who is experiencing pain and dysfunction. Whatever you or your loved ones are facing, we encourage you to contact Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy to schedule an appointment with a physical therapist.
Our physical therapists are experts in human movement and employ a wide range of drug-free, non-invasive techniques that benefit our patients in many ways — far beyond “just” symptom management.
Read full blogGetting to the Root of the Problem! Don’t Mask the Symptoms With Meds
Chronic pain and other types of pain can put a dent in your lifestyle. If you’re suffering from pain, be sure to give our office a call to learn how our physical therapists can get you on the path to a pain-free life. Don’t make the mistake of relying on meds, as meds only mask the symptoms. Physical therapy is a natural treatment and a non-invasive treatment that works. You won’t have to curl up with pain in bed anymore, give Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy a call after reading!
Read full blog9 Reasons Why You Need to Start Stretching
If you haven’t made stretching a part of your daily life yet, here is the only question we have for you: Why not? A good stretch is the perfect way to start your day, whether you’re young or old, fit or unfit. There are tremendous benefits to stretching, and we’re going to talk about why you need to start doing it today. If you don’t know where to start, get in touch with Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy because our physical therapist team can help!
Read full blogConstant Stress-Related Headaches? Here’s How Physical Therapy Can Help
Sometimes, a pill just doesn’t cut it when it comes to stress headaches. This class of headache includes the classic “band of pressure” around your head, as well as generalized aching and tenderness. The kind of muscle tension and emotional stress that lead to this type of head pain can create a complex chain reaction. Physical therapy provides relaxation and posture correction. You’ll not only experience relief of your current headache, but future stress headaches may decrease.
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