When To Seek A Physical Therapist For Sciatica Pain
While sciatica does not always require physical therapy treatments, it can help relieve your pain and speed up the healing process.
Did you know that the sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body? It stretches from the lower back down to the legs, ending at the feet. People living with sciatica typically describe their discomfort as “shooting pains,” typically down one side of the body.
It can be hard to determine whether or not your symptoms are in need of a specialist intervention, but Empower Physical Therapy in Anchorage, AK put together a list of the three most prominent for your condition.
Read full blogYou Can Have a Quicker Recovery After Surgery With Pre-Hab!
Do you require surgical intervention? Do you work in a physically demanding job or participate in a physically demanding sport? Is it true that your muscles and joints are weaker than they once were? If you recognize yourself in any of these instances, preventative rehabilitation, sometimes known as “pre-hab,” may be beneficial.
Participating in pre-hab therapies has several advantages. It can help the body heal faster and avoid injuries, all while speeding up recovery time.
Read full blogPain Can Be Treated Naturally With Physical Therapy
Are you living with chronic pain? Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts for three months or longer. If you answered yes to the question above, you are certainly not alone.
The American Academy of Pain Medicine estimates that approximately 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Unfortunately, this means that the reliance on prescription medications is increasing all the time. In 2013, doctors in the United States prescribed nearly a quarter of a billion opioid prescriptions, which equates to roughly one bottle per person in the country.
Read full blogExperiencing Shoulder Pain? Physical Therapy Can Help.
Did you know that your shoulders are the most flexible and mobile joints in your body? They are extremely complex, with numerous muscles, tendons, and bones. They equip you with the mobility you need to complete many of your tasks throughout the day. Your shoulders can do a lot, but they are also extremely prone to injury. If you’ve been suffering from shoulder pain, our physical therapy services can help you find natural relief. Contact Empower Physical Therapy today to learn more about how we can help you get back to your daily life pain-free!
Read full blogImprove Your Health, Strength, and Physical Activity With Physical Therapy
Everyone aspires to live a healthy, fit, and active lifestyle. However, this type of lifestyle is not always easy to achieve, especially for those who suffer from chronic pain. Fortunately, physical therapy is an excellent resource for relieving pain and achieving fitness goals. If you want to improve your health and lifestyle but aren’t sure where to begin, give our office a call today! We’ll design a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs so you can achieve your objectives using the most effective methods for you.
Read full blogIs Poor Posture the Cause of Your Back Pain?
Is back pain holding you back? Are you suddenly unable to perform tasks that you could once complete without a second thought? If so, you aren’t alone. Back pain is the most commonly reported area of pain, which can cause significant limits to one’s daily life. Poor posture can cause back pain to develop. If your posture is incorrect, it can put strain on other parts of your body, causing pain, inflammation, or dysfunction.
Read full blog5 Guaranteed Ways to Boost Your Energy While Reducing Your Pain
If you suffer from pain, you understand how limiting it can be. Fortunately, there are some simple lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your pain while getting a boost in your energy.
When you take these actions in addition to your physical therapy treatments, you can help yourself recover from pain and achieve the physical goals you’ve set for yourself. Contact Empower Physical Therapy today to learn more about how we can help you boost your energy and decrease your pain.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy is Your Key to Beating Neck and Back Pain
Back or neck pain can occur for a variety of reasons. Back pain can be caused by anything that changes the anatomy of the spine, such as lumbar disc herniation, lumbar degenerative disc disease, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, or osteoarthritis. Muscle strains are the most common cause of neck pain, which can occur as a result of a cervical herniated disc, cervical degenerative disc disease, or cervical osteoarthritis.
This pain can range from mild to severe, and it may be accompanied by other symptoms.
Read full blogAre You Struggling to Maintain Your Balance? Core Strengthening Exercises Can Help.
Core strengthening exercises are an essential component of physical therapy. The muscles in your core assist in anchoring your center of gravity, allowing you to balance yourself. Your core muscles play an important role in keeping you balanced whether you’re sitting, standing, or running.
A weak core can make you feel shaky and unbalanced. Physical therapy, fortunately, can help strengthen your core and, as a result, improve your balance.
Are you looking for a way to improve your equilibrium?
Read full blogDifferentiating Between Sprains and Strains, and Treating Them With Physical Therapy
We’ve all been in this situation: you’re walking down the street when your ankle slips off the curb. You feel an immediate twinge of pain, but you’re not sure if it necessarily requires a trip to the doctor. It can be difficult to determine the severity of your injury by yourself. It can also be difficult to determine whether your injuries are sprains or strains.
Many minor injuries can be treated with ice, or may eventually go away on their own.
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