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Physical therapy is recommended by doctors for many reasons. Not only does it strengthen the body, it also increases flexibility and improves range of motion which speeds up the healing process. Many people will often avoid physical therapy because they don’t think their health insurance plan will cover it. Physical therapy isn’t a gym membership […]

Some arthritic patients worry that their little twinges of pain aren’t enough to “bother” a physical therapist about. Others feel hopeless about improving severe pain and stiffness. Yet PT can be invaluable for any person with arthritis. Here are just a few ways physical therapy for arthritis can help. Make Your Environment More Efficient It’s […]

The vast majority of youth sports injuries aren’t life-threatening or permanently disabling. It is important, however, to be prepared for some type of injury if your child plays sports. About 1.35 million kids and teens experience youth sports injuries each year. With early intervention, sprains, fractures or overuse damage doesn’t have to become a long-term […]

When you combine the natural properties of water with body movement, you’ve got a winning exercise and physical therapy solution. You may intuitively realize this, but let’s delve into it. Here we take a fascinating look at how and why aquatic therapy and water exercise works so well. The magic of aquatic therapy starts with […]

It’s excruciating to watch someone you love struggling with an alcohol addiction. That’s why the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence designated that each April would be Alcohol Awareness Month. It’s a chance for people who suffer from alcohol dependency to reach out to friends and family for support. It also offers the opportunity […]

Do your migraine and headache treatments never seem to work? You may have been misdiagnosed. Many people actually have headaches that originate from neck muscle tension. Determining whether you fall into this category could be the key to dramatically reducing the frequency and severity of your headaches. Shared Pain Nerves The uppermost part of your […]

Physical therapists are increasingly recommending trigger point dry needling to treat shoulder pain. Not to be confused with the traditional Chinese medicinal art of acupuncture, dry needle treatment has been rigorously studied for its effectiveness in skeletal muscle pain relief. Not every type of shoulder pain will respond to dry needling techniques. But for some […]

Slips and falls can happen anywhere. Whether you’re on level ground, operating machinery, or are walking to work. So, what can you do? Well, fortunately, there are several things you can do. It is important to understand slip and fall prevention. It’s possible to avoid injury, circumnavigate insurance, claims and become safer. Whether you are […]

Aren’t the warning signs of colon cancer the same for men and women? In general, yes. But because the female cycle can come with its own share of variables, women sometimes write these warning signs off. Or they may feel embarrassed sharing the “gross” details with their doctors. It’s important to know the symptoms of […]

Exercising on land certainly has its share of advantages. But what about when it comes to helping people with chronic pain, balance issues, weakened muscles, surgery-related stiffness, and weight issues? The benefits of aquatic therapy are hard to beat. At STI Rehab, our facilities offers state-of-the-art aquatic therapy sessions. But, even when you can’t work […]