How often do lumbar herniated discs and sciatica occur together?
November 13th, 2023Have you recently been diagnosed with a lumbar herniated disc? You’d be part of about 2% of people in the U.S. who develop a herniated disc each year. Many people with herniated discs go on to develop conditions like sciatica. In fact, herniated discs are one of the leading causes of sciatic nerve pain.
How can PT help if you feel neck pain when looking down?
November 6th, 2023Has a persistent feeling of pain in your neck been a source of physical and mental discomfort lately? Neck pain is a common condition that affects nearly 80% of people in the U.S. at some point during their lives. Despite its commonality, neck pain can be highly disruptive to everyday tasks. Left unmanaged, it can
Breaking up scar tissue with physical therapy
October 4th, 2023Scar tissue can develop due to injury, trauma or surgery. Scar development is completely normal, occurring when the fibrous tissue replaces normal tissue during the body’s natural healing process. Scar tissue is less elastic as the healthy tissue it replaces. While its purpose is to help heal and protect the body, it can also restrict