SI Joint Provocation Tests / SIJ Testing Explained
Pain in the buttocks may originate from the sacroiliac joint (SI joint). The sacrum is the bony structure below your lower vertebrae and above your […]
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Category: Injury Rehabilitation
How to Self-Treat a Groin Injury
One of the more debilitating muscle injuries that people frequently encounter is called a “pulled groin.” More medically savvy, an adductor muscle strain. I see […]
What is a Trigger Point?
A trigger point usually consists of a small band of muscle that feels knotty. It is sometimes painful when touched, but the pain is often […]
Runners: 5 Tips To Properly Care For Your Feet
As a runner or hiker, it is very important to take good care of your feet. Our feet are under a significant amount of stress […]
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Symptoms, Causes and Physical Therapy for Pelvic Floor Pain
Roughly about 15% of women of childbearing age in the United States report pelvic pain lasting at least six months. Up to 30% of these […]
Tennis Elbow: Not Just For Tennis Players
by Ethan Anderson PT, DPT, ATC | Peoria Simply put, tennis elbow is a repetitive strain or traumatic injury to the tendons around the outside of the […]
A Proper Ergonomic Desk Setup Matters When Working From Home
Ergonomics 101: Working from home during Coronavirus. Telecommuting has become the norm in our society today, and with the pandemic we have endured and currently […]
Sciatic Nerve Pain Relief Treatment, Causes and Symptoms
Where is the sciatic nerve located? Yes, it’s true Sciatica is a pain in the butt! Literally. However, the sciatic nerves are not confined to […]
Preventing Falls and Improving Quality of Life After an Elderly Fall
by Janene Alcantar PT, DPT | Surprise Location Falls can be problematic for anyone. However, in the elderly population, this can be a bigger concern. Falls […]
Proper Footwear For Happy, Healthy Running Feet
In recent years, there has been a surge in running shoe trends. We are drowning in a sea of shoes that claim to help with […]