by Jamie Miller PT, DPT, CKTP | Litchfield Park Location When the world starts "spinning," people suffering from vertigo should know where to go and what to do. Physical therapy is a great source to assist individuals in improving their balance and other symptoms related to vertigo. The physical...
by Wayne Foley MPT, and Dominique Bagby PT, DPT As we age, our balance will decline, and without maintaining a functional level of strength, flexibility, and balance, you can become prone to an increased risk of falls. Every year more than one in three people age 65 years or older fall, and the...
by Tony Heywood PT, MPT | Ahwatukee Location Many runners think the best way to avoid time spent on injury recovery is to invest in a high-dollar shoe that a close friend or running guru has recommended to them. Often, that means buying the newest “it” shoe. Roll bars, thrust enhancers, and...
by Garrett Lachvayder PTA | South Chandler Once you take away the daily grind, you are left with what you love most: family, friends, and hobbies. No matter what each individual may enjoy doing, injuries are a part of life's journey. The good news is there is a way to improve your recovery and get...
by Jamie Miller PT, DPT, CKTP | Litchfield Park Location Toe walking is a condition where a person walks on his or her toes without putting much, or any, weight on other parts of the foot—especially the heel. This condition is composed of multiple aspects of functional development working together...
by Renee Lambeth, PTA | Arrowhead Location While surgery may be necessary to treat a medical condition, it can take a toll on your body. Even if everything goes according to plan, you can experience pain, joint stiffness, and muscle weakness. There is also the risk of more severe complications. ...
by Andrew Songer PT, DPT | Glendale Location It's that time of year again. The sun is bright, the smell of hotdogs wafts in the air, and baseball is in full swing. It's estimated that 6 million children ages 6-17 participate in organized youth baseball leagues across the country. It's a great time...
by Jonathan Seidberg PT, DPT, Biltmore Clinic As we age our balance will decline, and without maintaining a functional level of strength, flexibility, and balance you can become prone to an increased risk of injury like twisting an ankle, tripping, or even a fall. Balance is one of the...
How long until I am healed? This is a common question asked by many patients who come into Foothills for treatment. The many conditions, injuries, and surgical procedures we see have different rehabilitation time frames, but there are some general tissue healing guidelines that will help you...
by Ethan Anderson, PT, DPT, ATC | Peoria Most people come to know the benefits of physical therapy after rehabilitation from an injury or recovery from surgery. Some even attend therapy on the first day for an initial evaluation without knowing why or how physical therapy will help them, stating...
