Healthy tips blog
- December 20
How Do I Know if My Sciatica Pain is in Need of Physical Therapy?
Posted in Health & Wellness, Physical Therapy, SciaticaDid you know that the sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body? It stretches from the lower back down to the legs, ending at the feet. People living with sciatica typically describe their discomfort as “shooting pains,” typically down one side of the body. While sciatica does not always require physical therapy […]
read more - December 10
The Ins and Outs of Pre-hab – Everything You Should Expect
Posted in Health and WellnessAre you in need of a surgical procedure? Do you have a physically demanding job or sport? Are your muscles or joints weaker than they used to be? If you identify with any of these scenarios, preventative rehabilitation, or “pre-hab,” may benefit you. There are several benefits to participating in pre-hab treatments. It can […]
read more - November 20
What You Need to Know About Sprains, Strains and Ankle Pains!
Posted in Aches and Pain, Ankle PainWhile the terms sprain and strain are often used interchangeably, there is a key difference between the two. A sprain is the tearing or overstretching of ligaments. And ligaments are the rows of tissue that connect bones in a joint. The most common location for a sprain happens to be the ankle joint. A sprain […]
read more - November 10
Try a Natural Treatment! How Physical Therapy Can Help You Live Without Pain Meds.
Posted in Health & Wellness, Healthy Tips, Natural Treatments, Physical TherapyBy any reasonable standards, ours is a highly medicated society. Scan any grocery store or pharmacy aisle and you’ll see all kinds of over-the-counter painkilling drugs. Doctors routinely write prescriptions for heavier pain relievers, including the opioid drugs that have become a national abuse nightmare. If you’re tired of suffering from chronic pain but you’re […]
read more - October 20
Ending Your Hip and Knee Pain, Once and For All
Posted in Aches and Pain, Knee and Hip Pain, Knee Pain, Physical TherapyThe hips and knees are both areas in the body where several tendons, muscles, and joints are joined together, in order to help you achieve complex movement. If there is damage (and subsequent pain) in these areas, it can be difficult to perform daily activities. Fortunately, there are several specific ways that physical therapy can […]
read more - October 10
Is a Herniated Disc The Culprit of Your Back Pain?
Posted in Aches and Pain, Physical TherapyOne of the most common reasons people visit our physical therapist each day is to get relief from chronic back pain. In fact, it is the most commonly reported source of pain across the nation. While back pain can be caused by a variety of medical conditions, in many cases it is the result of […]
read more - September 20
Put the Spring Back in Your Step With Physical Therapy Treatments
Posted in Aches and Pain, Chronic Pain, Physical TherapyAre you suffering from acute or chronic pain? Perhaps you’ve been struggling with back pain for quite some time, or you’re recovering from an unexpected sports injury, or maybe you’re even still dealing with impairments from an auto accident. Whatever you may be facing, physical therapy is here to help. If your pain is impacting […]
read more - September 11
Ditch the Meds and Get to the Root of Your Problem With Physical Therapy
Posted in Aches and Pain, Chronic Pain, Health and Wellness, Physical TherapyIt is no secret that pain can put a dent in your lifestyle. Many people make the mistake of relying on medication to provide relief, but meds only mask the symptoms, instead of fixing them. Physical therapy is a natural and non-invasive treatment that works. If you are suffering from either acute or chronic pain, […]
read more - August 20
Decrease Your Joint Pain and Increase Your Mobility With Physical Therapy
Posted in Health and Wellness, Physical TherapyAs everyone ages, we may catch ourselves thinking the same thought: our joints simply aren’t what they used to be. Perhaps you are struggling with an injury that makes motion painful or perhaps you’re suffering from the age-related “wear and tear” of osteoarthritis. Whatever the case may be, one thing remains true: you can’t get […]
read more - August 10
Don’t Suffer From Arthritis Pain Any Longer – Find Relief With Physical Therapy
Posted in Arthritis Pain, Health and Wellness, Physical TherapyMillions of individuals struggle with arthritis pain and stiffness. Many arthritis sufferers follow several steps each day just to relieve their relieve stiff and achy joints. Physical therapy can be part of an effective plan to ease your pain while also remaining active. Contact Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy our office today to find out how […]
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