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Searching for a Natural, Long-Lasting Form of Pain Relief? Try Physical Therapy!
Is your long-term or chronic pain holding you back? Do your constant aches and pains prevent you from living your life to the fullest?
At Total Care Physical Therapy in Hillsborough, we understand how difficult it can be to live with a chronic pain condition. Thankfully, there is a natural and drug-free way you can get started on the path to pain relief right now.
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Did you know that more than 15 percent of American adults get no physical activity during their leisure time? We’re all aware of the health benefits of exercise, so why does it sometimes feel so difficult to stay active?
If your yoga mat has been thrown to the back of the closet or your running shoes have begun to collect dust in your garage, you need to hear about these few simple tips to help yourself become more active again.
Read full blogBetter Balance Starts at the Core: How to Improve Your Stability with PT
Are you familiar with the connection between core strength and better balance? When the core muscles around your trunk are strong, you are less likely to experience harmful chronic conditions, including lower back pain, balance and gait disorders, and general injuries.
A stronger core also helps to keep you upright – especially as you age and face a much higher risk of falls and fall-related injuries.
If you believe you need to work on your balance, but don’t know where to start, contact Total Care Physical Therapy today.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy: Your Path to Natural, Drug-free Pain Relief
Did you know that 66% of the United States adult population, or more than 131 million people, use prescription drugs everyday? Some prescription drugs can be helpful, and are important for treating a variety of illnesses, but the national opioid epidemic should encourage us all to think twice about relying on prescription medication for pain-relief.
Fortunately, physical therapy offers a natural and completely safe way to treat pain. If you’re tired of suffering from chronic pain, contact Total Care Physical Therapy today to discover how we can help you access a natural form of long-lasting pain relief —without any of the harmful side-effects of prescription drugs.
Read full blogCan Your Painful Shoulder Condition Be Treated in Physical Therapy?
Are you experiencing daily shoulder pain as a result of a musculoskeletal condition, a sports or workplace injury, or a chronic illness? If so, you need to hear about the pain-relieving properties of physical therapy (PT).
PT is a safe, effective, and non-invasive treatment option that is designed to relieve pain and improve functionality. Patients of all ages can benefit from regular sessions with a physical therapist, whether they are seeking help with managing chronic pain symptoms and or looking to prevent future injuries.
Read full blogHow to Tell If Your Pain Symptoms Are the Result of a Sprain or a Strain
Although the phrases “sprain” and “strain” are often used interchangeably, there is a key difference between the two. In order to understand the distinctions between a sprain or a strain, you must first understand the difference between a ligament and a tendon.
Your ligaments are bands of tissue that connect bones to each other within the joints, whereas your tendons are tissues that link your bones to your muscles. A strain is a result of overstretching a tendon and a sprain is a result of tearing or overstretching a ligament.
Read full blogTired of Neck Pain and Back Aches? It’s Time for You to Try Physical Therapy.
Is your back and neck pain preventing you from living your life to the fullest? If so, you aren’t alone.
Studies show that up to 90% of people experience either back pain or neck pain at least once in their lives. Though back pain and neck pain are very common, this doesn’t mean it’s a condition you should take lightly.
Left untreated, some of the conditions that cause neck and back pain can lead to long-term health issues or mobility limitations.
Read full blog5 Tips To Get More Physical Activity In Your Routine
It may feel like you’re on a never-ending hamster wheel in your hectic life, requiring you to accomplish as much as possible. It is critical, however, for everyone to realize what is and is not attainable through simple effort. It’s critical to recognize that your willpower has limits.
It’s difficult enough to get through your to-do list in the limited hours you have in the day without being exhausted. Instead, you’ll need to use methods and tips to stay interested, motivated, and active in your quest to complete everything – since no one can do it all alone!
Read full blogRelying On Pain Medication For Relief? A Skilled PT Could Help
It’s no secret that pain has an adverse effect on one’s quality of life. Many people make the mistake of relying on medication to alleviate their symptoms, yet pharmaceuticals just mask problems rather than cure them.
Physical therapy is a natural and non-invasive treatment that is both safe and effective. Please contact our office if you are suffering from acute or chronic pain and would like to discover how our physical therapists can help you live a pain-free life without the use of potentially dangerous medicines.
Read full blog9 Good Reasons To Stretch More Often
When is the last time you gave your body a good, long stretch?
Stretching should be a part of your everyday routine if it isn’t already. A nice stretch is the best way to start your day, regardless of who you are. Stretching has a lot of advantages, and it’s absolutely fine if you don’t know where to start!
A physical therapist can explain why stretching is beneficial to you as an individual and how it can help you enhance your overall quality of life.
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