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...
Experiencing pain may be part of life but living with chronic pain is far from normal. It can be exhausting, affecting your ability to live an active life, complete job duties, and get the rest you need. Ongoing pain can result in anxiety, insomnia, and depression. Going through physical therapy...
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...
Anyone can experience a sports injury, from amateurs all the way up to elite athletes. Fortunately, you can take steps to lessen the chances that one will occur. If you do experience an injury, proper treatment is essential to return to your pre-injury state. Sports injuries occur frequently and...
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 Kaitlin Adams PT, DPT | North Phoenix Location People of all ages can experience falls, but for seniors, the risk is greater, and the effects of the fall are often more severe than in the younger population. Physical therapy can help you recover from a fall. Not only that, but if you begin...
Running is a popular form of exercise both recreationally and as a sport; however, there is a risk of injury. Annually, 65 to 80 percent of runners obtain an injury. The five most common running injuries are: Lower leg pain Iliotibial band syndrome Knee meniscus injury Plantar fasciitis Medial...
