Do you ever have that sharp “pinching” pain when raising your arm up? Many individuals deal with what is known as shoulder impingement. Shoulder impingement is often characterized by a painful arc of movement in which one of the rotator muscles becomes impinged or...
Surgery or Rehab- What leads to better outcomes? There are some surgeries that are unavoidable, ruptured appendixes, severe fractures, and organ transplants, to name a few. But many people struggle with the decision between whether to pursue surgery for their...
Are you planning to have a knee replacement in the near future? Maybe you already have a date scheduled for surgery. Or maybe you are weighing the pros and cons to getting your knee replaced. Whatever your situation is, conservative treatment with physical therapy can...
You may be asking yourself, “How long do I need to see a physical therapist?” And that is a great question to ask. In fact, I encourage every patient that comes into our clinic to ask that question during the first appointment. You should know upfront, how...
Choosing Conservative Treatment Before Surgery The cost of surgery, therapy, or other healthcare treatment varies from location to location. However, one thing remains fairly consistent: surgery tends to cost more than conservative treatment options. But, cost...
*Note: This article about surgery and physical therapy was written by one of our great team members, Susannah Azofeifa, PT, DPT. Thinking About Having Surgery? Oftentimes, when people hurt themselves they may think that undergoing surgery is the only...
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