Laser therapy is a treatment that involves the use of light-emitting diodes on the body’s surface to stimulate the body’s natural ability to heal. There are many different types and uses of Laser Therapy, including applications for dermatological treatments, surgical applications, and musculoskeletal healing/repair. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) was cleared by the Food and Drug […]
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If you live in Philadelphia and are dealing with muscle pain or tension, your physical therapist may recommend dry needling. This technique uses thin needles to reach deep muscle layers. It works by targeting tight spots commonly referred to as trigger points. Many people use dry needling in Philadelphia, PA, as part of a broader […]
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You’re crushing your to-do list, powering through meetings, and feeling unstoppable—until that nagging ache in your neck reminds you that you’ve been hunched over your laptop for hours. In our quest to be productive powerhouses, we’ve somehow forgotten one of the most fundamental aspects of our health: how we carry ourselves. We slouch at desks, […]
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As a physical therapist who has worked with countless athletes over the years, I can tell you that knee injuries in sports are among the most frequent concerns I see walking through my clinic doors. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a professional athlete, understanding these injuries can help you recognize symptoms early and seek […]
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Running is an excellent form of exercise that provides numerous health benefits, but it can lead to injury if your body isn’t moving efficiently. One way to predict your running efficiency is with a gait analysis, and address your running mechanics. Running mechanics refer to how a person runs. This includes foot strike pattern, stride […]
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Shoulder injuries in sports can hurt a lot. They can also put an athlete’s skills at risk and lead to long-term problems with the joint. Even with hard training and practice, things like falls, hitting someone, or using the shoulder too much can cause real harm. These injuries might stay with a person for a […]
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Just as you would see a cardiologist for a heart condition, physical therapists are the movement specialists for all kinetic conditions. Among our arsenal of techniques to restore optimal movement, dry needling stands out as a powerful intervention for addressing muscle pain and movement dysfunction when combined with appropriate exercise. As physical therapists trained in […]
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Fact Checked By: Dr. JJ Thomas, DPT, CMTPT, FDNS “You have to train your mind like you train your body” – Gary Mack Being an athlete is not only a physical feat, but also a mental one. Where the brain and body meet is what we call neuromuscular re-education. Our body is a fully efficient […]
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Inserting needles into the skin and underlying muscle tissue has become a popular way to accelerate recovery from injuries and painful conditions. This growing interest has sparked many discussions around dry Nneedling vs. acupuncture, as the two techniques often get confused. The term dry needling is often used by many practitioners, including Physical Therapists, Chiropractors, […]
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Fact Checked By: Dr. JJ Thomas, DPT, CMTPT, FDNS “There is no ghost so difficult to lay as the ghost of an injury” – Alexander Smith Knee injuries are among the most common serious injuries, accounting for 60% of high school sport-related surgeries1. The majority of ACL injuries have been described as occurring without athlete-to-athlete […]
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