Depending on your age, you might. Research indicates that rotator cuff tears are common and the likelihood of having a tear increases with age. Studies have shown the presence of such tears in more than 40% of individuals over the age of 60. So what does this mean? Does every tear need to be surgically
Today we will review a mobility program that can be completed at home to address any stiffness or tightness you may be experiencing. These exercises focus on active range of motion, with the goal of improving both flexibility and control at each joint. The movements allow you to achieve more functional mobility as compared to
Studies have shown that for patients suffering from low back pain (LBP), starting physical therapy quickly can improve overall outcomes and dramatically reduce the expenses associated with treatment. Attendance to physical therapy should ideally occur within fourteen days from the onset of pain. Initiating physical therapy within two weeks has been associated with reduced likelihood
Physical Solutions is happy to announce our new Breathe Better Feel Better program. This program will benefit patients who have recovered from or are assumed to have had COVID, are affected by other cardiopulmonary diseases, or are experiencing general deconditioning. Feelings of fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and decreased ability to perform your normal daily
The next segment in our backyard workout series includes a program for your upper body! Follow along with our video demonstrations and/or use the detailed instructions below to add these upper body exercises into your routine. As always exercises should be performed in a pain free range of motion. Please reach out to us with
What are the risks associated with delay or outright avoidance of recommended knee joint replacement surgery for someone who has been diagnosed with severe, bone-on-bone osteoarthritis (OA)? In short, such avoidance or delay may not only be bad for your function, it will likely be detrimental to your overall health. Knee osteoarthritis is a condition
Stuck at home or need something to do over the weekend? Try our quick Backyard Workout routines. Physical Solutions offices are open and appointments are available to those patients that are healthy and need hands on care onsite which will always offer best results. However, we know some of you are vulnerable or are isolating,
Each year, individuals throughout the world are using their smart phones, tablets, and other handheld devices more frequently. As much of the world practices social distancing to flatten the curve of the Covid-19 epidemic, reliance on these devices to remain in contact with others has become more widespread than ever. The use of these devices
Our offices continue to remain open with limited hours to care for patients needing treatment and who are able to attend in office. Please be assured that we are committed to your and our staff’s safety with a rigorous disinfection schedule and mask use by our staff. We have also modified our schedule to have
Practicing social distancing does not mean that you have to stop being physically active. Getting the recommended amount of daily physical activity for your age and ability helps to maintain and improve overall health, and is even more important during stressful times like these. Adults should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity a week,