Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) occurs due to a mechanical disorder of the inner ear system. Crystals (otoconia) become displaced from one section of the inner ear (macula of the utricle) and travel to another area of the inner ear (one of the three canals in the ear). BPPV affects about 1-2% of the population
As we head into early spring and prepare to clean up our lawns and gardens, it’s a good idea to remember how to take care of our bodies and avoid injuries as we bring in the new season. The best way to start tackling your spring cleaning is to make a written list of all
Approximately 30% of individuals over age 65 experience one or more falls each year. The situations in which these falls happen are often when individuals are cognitively taxed. In real-life situations, it is rare that we are ever only walking, standing or changing positions while solely focusing on the task at hand. We enjoy walking
What are PRP injections, and what are they used for? PRP, or platelet-rich plasma protein, are injections that are derived by drawing the patient’s own blood, then separating platelet-rich plasma from the drawn blood and re-injected this PRP into the site of the patient’s injury. PRP is rich in enzymes and growth factors which
It is widely known that an exercise routine is an important component of any physical rehabilitation program. However, the type of exercise that is performed is just as crucial, especially when a person wants to regain normal function. Following an injury or when initiating an exercise program, it may be prudent to keep exercises more
It is widely known that an exercise routine is an important component of any physical rehabilitation program. However, the type of exercise that is performed is just as crucial, especially when a person wants to regain normal function. Following an injury or when initiating an exercise program, it may be prudent to keep exercises more
Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a form of manual therapy often used by providers to help improve soft tissue function as well as improve range of motion while reducing pain. Although some tools may look like weapons, they are used to expedite the healing process while reducing some of the burden applied to
Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) is a low-cost technology that has great potential in benefitting the field of physical therapy. It utilizes electrodes placed over the patient’s muscles to deliver pulses of electrical current in order to stimulate peripheral nerves, generating muscle contractions which then induce specific functional movement. In theory, this is beneficial to physical
Sitting all day at work has its conveniences, but it also comes with negative affects on your body. Being in one position for most of your day can decrease cardiovascular activity/ endurance, develop unwanted medical conditions like Carpal Tunnel, and can lead to low back pain. Physical Therapy is working towards a more preventative aspect
Pelvic Instability What does a pelvic or innominate rotation mean to a physical therapist? Generally, when someone reports to physical therapy with complaints of low back pain that settles primarily along the belt line we start to look at the pelvis as this is the base of our spine. Below you see the difference between
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