Searching for a Natural, Long-Lasting Form of Pain Relief? Try Physical Therapy!
Is your long-term or chronic pain holding you back? Do your constant aches and pains prevent you from living your life to the fullest?
At Hands-on Physical Therapy, we understand how difficult it can be to live with a chronic pain condition. Thankfully, there is a natural and drug-free way you can get started on the path to pain relief right now.
According to WebMD, “Physical therapy is often one of the best choices you can make when you have chronic pain or an injury.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy: Your Path to Natural, Drug-free Pain Relief
Did you know that 66% of the United States adult population, or more than 131 million people, use prescription drugs every day? Some prescription drugs can be helpful and are important for treating a variety of illnesses, but the national opioid epidemic should encourage us all to think twice about relying on prescription medication for pain relief.
Fortunately, physical therapy offers a natural and completely safe way to treat pain. If you’re tired of suffering from chronic pain, contact Hands-on Physical Therapy today to discover how we can help you access a natural form of long-lasting pain relief —without any of the harmful side effects of prescription drugs.
Read full blogTired of Neck Pain and Back Aches? It’s Time for You to Try Physical Therapy.
Is your back and neck pain preventing you from living your life to the fullest? If so, you aren’t alone.
Studies show that up to 90% of people experience either back pain or neck pain at least once in their lives. Though back pain and neck pain is very common, this doesn’t mean it’s a condition you should take lightly.
Left untreated, some of the conditions that cause neck and back pain can lead to long-term health issues or mobility limitations.
Read full blogHow Improving Your Posture Can Eliminate Back Pain
We’ve all heard the phrase, “sit up straight” before. However, this seemingly simple task is sometimes easier said than done. Most people recognize that posture is an important part of your overall health, yet it is something that is constantly overlooked.
Think about how you end a long day of school or work. Do you usually close out the day relaxed and sitting up straight, or tired, achy, and hunched over at your computer?
Read full blog3 Reasons To Call A PT For Sciatica Pain
Each of your sciatic nerves runs down each leg from either side of your lower back. As a result, shooting pain on one side is a characteristic indicator of sciatica.
While compression of one of your sciatic nerves can be excruciating, it doesn’t necessarily necessitate medical intervention, yet sometimes physical therapy is your best bet to banish sciatica symptoms.
So, how can you tell when to go it alone, and when to call a physical therapist?
Read full blogStrains and Sprains Are No Match For Physical Therapy!
You’re walking across the park on a bright summer day when your foot accidentally steps in a hole. Before you know it, you’re in agony, crumpled in a heap, hoping no one notices your fall.
Been here before? We get it — it’s embarrassing, but it’s painful!
So, what exactly do you do? How do you tell if an injury will heal on its own and when you should seek treatment from a physical therapist?
Read full blogDealing With Lower Back Pain? Here Are 3 Tips To Reduce Your Discomfort
Do you have back discomfort in your lower back? If you have, you are aware of how debilitating it can be. It may appear simple to take medication to relieve pain, but with prescription medication overuse becoming a national epidemic, many people with lower back pain are looking for a more straightforward alternative.
According to a study published in BMC Health Services, physical therapy has been shown to minimize total health costs associated with pain management and prevent habit-forming reliance on prescription medications.
Read full blogThe Best Natural Treatment for Arthritis Aches and Pains
Arthritis is a painful ailment that can make a person feel isolated and confined on their path. In order to manage discomfort, many arthritis sufferers turn to antirheumatic medicines, steroid injections, or joint replacement surgery.
Physical therapy and other natural treatments, on the other hand, have been shown to provide greater results for many people. Contact our office today for more information on how our natural method of pain treatment can help you relieve your arthritic problems.
Read full blogRelying On Pain Medication For Relief? A Skilled PT Could Help
It’s no secret that pain has an adverse effect on one’s quality of life. Many people make the mistake of relying on medication to alleviate their symptoms, yet pharmaceuticals just mask problems rather than cure them.
Physical therapy is a natural and non-invasive treatment that is both safe and effective. Please contact our office if you are suffering from acute or chronic pain and would like to discover how our physical therapists can help you live a pain-free life without the use of potentially dangerous medicines.
Read full blogSuffering From Pain & Inflammation? The Villain Could Be Your Diet!
If you’re suffering from chronic pain or inflammation, good nutrition can help you find relief. Eating the appropriate foods can help your body recover from a variety of ailments! Maintaining a healthy and nutritious diet is an important aspect of any physical therapy routine.
Inflammation and chronic pain can be minimized by eating well, reducing stress, and exercising regularly. Contact Hands-On Physical Therapy now to schedule a consultation with one of our physical therapists to learn more about how our nutritional services might help you!
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