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Arthritis

Physical Therapy Can Help You Reduce Joint Pain and Improve Mobility

May 20th, 2023

As we grow older, we may find ourselves thinking the same thing: our joints aren’t what they once were. Perhaps you’re dealing with an injury that makes movement difficult, or you’ve developed osteoarthritis as a result of age-related “wear and tear.” Whatever the case may be, one thing is certain: without aches and pains, you

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Lower Back Pain

Dealing With Lower Back Pain? Here Are 3 Tips To Reduce Your Discomfort

May 10th, 2023

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

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Back Pain

Is a Herniated Disc The Culprit of Your Back Pain?

April 20th, 2023

Chronic back pain is one of the most common reasons patients come to see our physical therapist. In fact, it’s the most common cause of pain in the United States. Back pain can be caused by a variety of medical disorders, but herniated discs are the most common cause. It is estimated that about 60-80%

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Chronic Pain

Is Chronic Pain and Inflammation Controlling Your Life? Your Diet Could Be To Blame

April 10th, 2023

If you live with chronic pain and inflammation that plagues you on a daily basis, know that you are not alone. What you might not realize is that the culprit behind your pain could be what you’re putting into your mouth every day! There are many chronic conditions that can lead to this; however, much

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Bounce Back To a Pain-Free Life With Physical Therapy

March 20th, 2023

Are you in serious acute or chronic pain? Perhaps you’ve had an issue with your back or hip for a long time. Maybe you’re healing from an unforeseen sports injury, or you’re still coping with the effects of an automobile accident. No matter what the case may be, physical therapy can help you with any

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Here’s What You Don’t Know About Finding Relief For Hip and Knee Pain

March 10th, 2023

Your hips and knees are essential joints that work hard all day to give you the best possible function. They are common sources of pain and discomfort due to their complexity and constant use. As the cartilage in one’s joints begins to break down with age, the risk of experiencing chronic hip or knee discomfort

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Combat Stress-Related Headaches With Physical Therapy

February 20th, 2023

We’ve all done it: we get that familiar twinge of a headache and go for the Ibuprofen, Advil, or Tylenol. When it comes to stress headaches, though, a tablet isn’t always enough. A stress headache is characterized by a band of pressure around the head, as well as generalized aching and soreness. Physical therapy treatments,

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Living With Arthritis Pain? Physical Therapy Could Make Your Life Easier

February 10th, 2023

Millions of people suffer from joint pain and stiffness as a result of arthritis. Many arthritis patients take many steps each day to alleviate their stiff and aching joints. Physical therapy can be a useful component of a pain-relieving approach that also allows you to stay active. Contact our office now at Walker Physical Therapy

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True Pain Relief Without Drugs Can Be Found Through Physical Therapy

January 20th, 2023

You know how limiting pain can be if you live with it. Chronic pain, defined as pain that lasts three months or longer, usually indicates the presence of an underlying illness that requires treatment. While medicine can help to conceal discomfort in the short term, it will not provide long-term relief. Non-pharmaceutical pain treatment is

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Fight Back Pain With Physical Therapy Treatment

January 10th, 2023

If you are living with chronic back pain, you know how limiting it can be to your daily life. It can hurt to sleep, it can hurt to get up out of bed, and it can hurt to bend over or pick your child up. Dealing with back pain day in and out gets old!

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