Sports enrich our lives with excitement and physical activity, but they also carry the risk of injuries. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, no one is immune to the possibility of experiencing a sports-related injury. Fortunately, you can prevent sports injuries through proper precautions and strategies. Physical therapy is effective not only in treating sports
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Physical Therapy Can Help You Get Rid of Shoulder Pain Naturally
February 20th, 2024Did you know that your shoulders are the most flexible joints in your body? They’re made up of a variety of muscles, tendons, and bones, and they’re highly complicated. They are what allow you to move around and complete many of your responsibilities during the day. Your shoulders are capable of a great deal, but
Looking For a Drug-Free Way to Manage Your Arthritis Pain? Try Physical Therapy.
September 10th, 2022Many people with arthritis believe that daily pain is a given. But the truth is, stiffness and discomfort don’t have to be a part of our everyday lives. And you don’t have to rely on a harmful drug for temporary pain relief either. If you’ve been losing more and more of your mobility and productivity
Could Your Back Pain be Caused by a Herniated Disc?
August 20th, 2022Has your back pain been making everyday tasks feel impossible? Is it a struggle to simply get through the day? If you have been negatively impacted by back pain, know that physical therapy can help to provide answers– and solutions. One possibility is that you have a herniated disc. This can put extra pressure on
5 Ways Stretching Benefits Your Overall Health
August 10th, 2022Some people believe that stretching is an unimportant part of exercising. This couldn’t be further from the truth. According to physical therapists, stretching is a vital aspect of one’s daily routine and health, whether you’re exercising that day or not. Stretching is also an essential component of physical therapy. Targeted stretches are included in almost
Banish Your Tension Headaches, Once and for All
July 20th, 2022Did you know that headaches are the third most common pain complaint? It’s true. Headaches are extremely common and can be so debilitating to the point that they impact a person’s quality of life. Dealing with headaches on the daily alone can be very isolating and leave a person feeling exhausted. If stress-related headaches are
6 Ways Your Health Can Improve Thanks to Physical Therapy
July 10th, 2022If you’ve recently been injured, fallen ill, or been diagnosed with a medical condition, physical therapy can help you improve your physical health. When you visit Walker Physical Therapy, one of our skilled therapists will develop an individualized treatment plan that meets your needs. Treatment in a physical therapy program is a safe, conservative, and
Is Physical Therapy Your Key to Overcoming Hip and Knee Pain?
June 20th, 2022Are painful joints a new aspect of your daily routine? If you have a hip or knee that just can’t support your body weight without distracting aches or agonizing pains, you may be unable to get active, perform your job, play sports, handle simple household tasks, or even find a comfortable sitting or sleeping position.
A Delicious Way to Reduce Pain and Inflammation
June 10th, 2022Have you been dealing with stiff, achy joints? Do you notice you struggle to keep your energy up at work? You may have a nutrition problem! Fortunately, at Walker Physical Therapy, our physical therapists will provide you with all the tools you need to recover from injuries, eat healthier, and live a healthy, pain-free life!
The Natural Route to Pain Relief: Physical Therapy
May 20th, 2022In today’s world, pain is a significant issue. An estimated one out of every five Americans suffer from chronic pain, with 8% of those suffering from pain so severe that they cannot carry out their daily tasks. It’s no surprise, then, that painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications have become a multibillion-dollar industry. Unfortunately, these medications come