HEALTH TIPS

Herniated Disc in Neck

Treating a herniated disc in the neck with physical therapy

December 1st, 2019

A herniated disc is a condition in the spine that causes pain and limits your range of motion. The discs in your spine are supposed to prevent friction and shock damage from affecting your vertebrae. However, injuries and conditions can cause one of the discs to herniate, which means its fluid has burst out and

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Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease

Two cervical therapy exercises used in Wexford, PA

November 8th, 2019

Degenerative disc disease can be a serious issue, and it’s typically caused by the natural wear and tear of aging. What happens is that the cushioning discs in your spine lose water as you age. This causes them to become thinner, and it makes them more vulnerable to injury. Many people experience degenerative disc disease

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Finger Hurts to Bend but Not Swollen

Two reasons finger bending hurts in Allison Park, PA

November 7th, 2019

The fingers are designed to perform many types of movements. They allow you to make the delicate strokes required to write your name, but these structures also allow you to open doors and lift heavy objects. If you’re feeling pain when bending your fingers, it can make doing all these tasks much harder, but you

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