Is it stress? Stress can be seen and felt in many different ways throughout your body. Some people may have headaches, stomach aches, trouble sleeping, or jaw/muscle tension. Stress is a normal human reaction to things happening around you. How your body deals with it will determine your body’s response. Stress and jaw pain can […]
TMJWorking Together Leading specialists agree that proper management of patients with Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) requires a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to care. This includes conservative care under the guidance of a trained Physical Therapist. Most people, even Dentists are unaware that trained and certified Temporomandibular Disorder Physical Therapists can treat jaw pain. Dentists and PTs working […]
TMJProducts your Loved Ones Need to Stay Active and Fit The holidays are just a couple of weeks away with many people still searching for the perfect gift for friends and family. With the new year following closely after all the holiday fun and festivities, it’s a great time to give a gift that promotes […]
Injury Prevention, Recovery/TrainingWays to Reduce Injury Risk with Snow Shoveling Often with snow shoveling season comes an increase in new injuries or an exacerbation of old injuries. Most often, injuries can occur in the low back, shoulders, or legs due to the body not being prepared for the task at hand. This article will highlight some useful […]
Injury PreventionMany people experience muscle stiffness and soreness after sitting for long periods at a desk and typing or writing. This unpleasant sensation can be alleviated by stretching the affected muscles. Below are five stretches that can be done while working to reduce muscle tightness from some of the most commonly affected muscles. They can be […]
Injury PreventionA Better Night’s Sleep Getting high-quality sleep is essential for the body to heal and repair cells and tissue. If you are waking up in the morning with increased pain and stiffness or struggling to fall asleep comfortably, you may not be sleeping in a way that properly supports your bones and joints. In […]
Relaxation, Sports MedicineDry needling for Sciatica. Is it worth trying? Sciatica can present in differing severity and intensity but is classified as nerve pain from any sort of injury, irritation, or pressure on the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is on average 2cm in diameter at its thickest portion (wow, huh?). It runs along the posterior hip/buttock […]
Dry NeedlingWhen I ask my patients, “how much water are you drinking” the most common answer I get is “not enough.” So, how much is enough? And why is it even important to drink water? This will help you better understand if you are drinking enough water? Why is it essential? Every system in our body […]
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