Shockwave therapy, a cutting-edge medical treatment, has garnered attention for its effectiveness in addressing a myriad of health conditions without the need for invasive procedures. This blog explores shockwave therapy’s cost, clinical trials, how it enhances blood flow, its applications in treating conditions like erectile dysfunction, muscle pain, nerve pain, etc. and compares it with…
Shock therapy for muscles, also known as neuromuscular stimulation, is a therapeutic technique that involves using electrical or cold stimuli to target and stimulate muscles. These therapies are designed to improve muscle function, alleviate pain, and aid recovery. It’s an innovative approach to addressing various muscle-related issues, but understanding its nuances is crucial for effective…
Neck and shoulder pain are among the most common complaints related to musculoskeletal issues. Whether from sitting hunched over a computer for hours, lifting heavy objects, or even just from stress, these aches and pains can significantly impact our daily lives. In fact, according to the Global Burden of Disease Study, neck pain is the…
We get it. You pay a lot of money for your health insurance, and you want to use your benefits. Here are 3 important things to know before you decide who to trust with your health. 1. Health insurance companies do not care about your health. This may be difficult to absorb, but unfortunately…
Auto accidents are physically, mentally, and emotionally damaging. You are extremely lucky if you walk away with no major injuries. Physically, auto accidents can wreak havoc on your musculoskeletal (muscles, nerves, and joints) system. Even if you feel okay after the accident, you should get evaluated by a doctor within a few weeks. Pain can…
| Pain | It’s a problem. It’s a big deal. Pain is an indicator of muscle and joint damage, and it is warning you that whatever you’re doing has to stop. Why do you feel pain? This is a common question we can get in the office, and a good…
Chronic Low back or Neck pain If you’re reading this, you most likely suffer from some sort of chronic low back or neck pain. Ask yourself these following questions to help solve the problem: Is your pain worse in the morning? Does the pain get better after waking up and moving around? Have you had…
Rotator cuff injuries are common but not normal. Let’s understand which muscles makeup the rotator cuff and how they contribute to your pain. The rotator cuff is made up of 4 muscles, which are more specifically known as the Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, and Subscapularis. These muscles work together to stabilize the shoulder, which is…
We’re sure by now that you, or someone you know, has reached for a foam roller to help with that tight quad or aching back. And while it may have provided some temporary relief, you find yourself needing to foam roll more and more, just to get less and less relief. So what’s that about,…
We were having dinner with a physical therapist a couple weeks ago, and talking about what we did as clinicians to get people better. Both parties being in the manual therapy and conservative care world, we assumed he had an array of treatment options for people to help with specific conditions. As we got further…