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Bursitis
The bursa is a fluid filled sac that acts as a gliding surface for friction free movement between two structures within the body. The bursa can become irritated and painful. Irritation and/or inflammation of a bursal sac can be the result of strain, trauma, injury, repetitive overuse and/or infection.
Chondromalacia
Chondromalacia is a diagnosis that is associated with dysfunction of the knee cap (patella). It typically occurs from bone misalignment and/or a muscle imbalance. The improper function of the knee cap in the groove of the upper leg bone (femur) can cause Chondromalacia. Sports injuries, growing children and those who have abnormal muscle pulling are usually a contributing factor for developing Chondromalacia.
Degenerative Disc Disease
This is a diagnosis that is caused by the wearing away or degeneration of the spaces between the vertebrae (bones of your back) along your spine.
Facet Arthropathy
Facet Arthropathy can also be called Facet Pain or Facet Joint Syndrome. It is a pain due to inflammation and or degeneration at the facet joint(s) in the spine. The facet joint is a joint that connects one vertebra to the next from top to bottom. These joints are typically stabilizing joints and help with turning motions in the spine.
Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder is referred to as stiffness of the shoulder joint or joints involving the humerus (upper arm bone), clavicle (collar bone) and/or scapula (shoulder blade). Trauma, pain and decreased use of the arm or shoulder region can be the cause of frozen shoulder. If you suffer from frozen shoulder, you can then experience pain, decreased range of motion, decreased strength and poor functional use of your arm.
The discs of your back are a cushion-like material that acts as shock absorption between the vertebrae (bones of the back). A herniation is a diagnosis that can be given when there is pressure on the nerves that lie next to the disc. The nerves are responsible for allowing all parts of our body to function. This is why a herniation can cause pain, numbness or weakness in other body parts such as an arm or leg.
Impingement Syndrome
Impingement Syndrome is a diagnosis that can cause a lot of pain in any area of the shoulder. Impingement occurs when there is not enough space in an area. A space can be occupied
unwontedly due to inflammation, edema (swelling), postural problems, joint misalignment or irritation of a tendon or bursa (sac that increases surface area and decreases friction). When one or more of these structures is irritated, the shoulder does not have as much freedom of movement and pain is associated with those movements. The pain typically occurs at the top or back side of the shoulder.
Joint Replacement
Joint replacement surgery is used to correct arthritis or the wearing away of cartilage between joints, which is our body’s natural cushioning. Physical therapy is used to you after a joint replacement surgery to decrease pain, improve motion, increase strength and improve function.
Low Back Pain
Low back pain is a diagnosis that most people suffer from at some point in their lives. Statistics show that up to 85% of people suffer from some form of back pain that can last greater than 3 months. When this occurs, it is considered to be a chronic condition.!
Whether your back pain is new or you have been feeling discomfort for a long time, we can help. Our goal is to educate you on how to manage your pain and avoid further pain occurrences.
The pain in your back can be sharp, dull, achy or simply annoying.
Neck Pain
This is a broad diagnosis that can include any type of pain that is associated with the neck (cervical) region. Pain can be sharp, dull, achy or annoying and it can affect many functions of daily life.
Pain in the neck area can be the result of bone, muscle and/or nerve involvement. We will evaluate you to determine what the cause of your neck pain is and develop a plan to provide pain relief.
Nerve Entrapment
A nerve entrapment or impingement is also referred to as a pinched nerve or nerve compression. It can occur at any location within the body and is the result of a nerve being compromised due to tissue tightness, joint misalignment and/or swelling. If a nerve does not have room to move freely, it can cause pain, numbness, tingling and/or weakness to other parts of the body.
Osteoarthritis
This diagnosis can affect any joint of the body where two bones meet. The cartilage between two joints acts as a cushion and assists with movement. Degeneration of the cartilage can occur through normal wear and tear and results in the cartilage thinning or wearing away.
Pediatric
We are able to treat a number of orthopedic related pediatric diagnoses that is within our scope of practice. Your child can have an actual pediatric diagnosis or a simple orthopedic condition that can be address with physical therapy.
Radioculpathy
This diagnosis can also be referred to as Radiculitis or Radicular Pain. It can be pain, numbness, tingling and/or weakness that can travel from one area to another. The reason for this is that is because every level of our spine has a nerve associated with it. If any part of the nerve is pinched, compromised or irritated; pain, numbness, tingling or weakness can result.! Physical therapy can help to determine the cause of the radicular pain. Once this is discovered, a treatment plan can be developed to help relieve the pain.
Rehab After a Stroke
A stroke or CVA (cerebral vascular accident) occurs when blood flow to the brain stops. Blood carries oxygen and when oxygen cannot get to the brain, those brain cells die and permanent tissue damage occurs.
If you have experienced stroke, you may have issues that can affect your daily function.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
This is an autoimmune disease that can cause chronic inflammation of any joint in the body. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can cause pain and joint stiffness that can ultimately results in poor functional movements of any body part.
The pain, joint stiffness and loss of function associated with rheumatoid arthritis can be treated through physical therapy.
Sacroilitis
Sacroiliitis can also be referred to as sacroiliac pain. This is a diagnosis that is often mistaken for other causes of lower back pain. This diagnosis can cause pain in the low back and/or buttocks and can even go into the upper part of the thigh.
SI pain can be the result of inflammation, movement and/or irritation along one or both of the joints that connect the lower part of the spine (sacrum) to the pelvis.
Sciatica
Sciatica is a common diagnosis and mis-diagnosis that affects many people. It is caused by pain, pressure, compression and/or irritation of the sciatic nerve. This nerve is formed by a combination of several nerves that run from the low back and innervate (supply) the leg. The pain that you can experience may run from the low back, back of the hip, buttocks and/or down the back of the thigh.
Sciatic pain can be disabling for many people but can be treated effectively through physical therapy.
Scoliosis
Scoliosis is an abnormal curving of the spine that can occur in any area of the spine: neck (cervical), midback (thoracic) and/or low back (lumbar). Scoliosis can be the result of a congenital (birth problem), genetic problem and/or muscle imbalance. Physical therapy can be used to slow or reverse the effects of scoliosis by stretching muscle, strengthening muscle and/ or stabilizing muscles and joints.
Spondylolisthesis
This is a cause of back pain that is the result of one vertebrae (back bone) slipping forward or backward on another. The problem with the back bones being out of alignment I is that they can lessen the spaces is the center part of the spine (spinal canal) or the outside of the vertebrae (spinal foramen).!
Spondylolysis
This is a diagnosis that can cause pain in any area of the spine. It is most commonly seen in the lumbar (low back) area. Spondyloysis is actually a small fracture usually a stress fracture of a part of the vertebrae (back bone) called the pars interarticularis. This is why this diagnosis is also referred to as a “pars fracture.” It can be the result of microtrauma or a stress fracture.
Spondylosis
Spondylosis is a diagnosis that is associated with age related degeneration (wearing away) of the space between the vertebrae which can cause bone spurs to develop and take up space in the spine. This can also affect the openings at the side of your spinal bones (vertebrae). It can also be associated with osteoarthritis (wearing away of cartilage around bone) of the joints within the spine.
Sports Injuries
Individualized programs can be developed based on your sporting event. We can help with a related injury or help to improve your performance in your particular sport. Whether you are beginning a sport, are an avid sportsman or a weekend warrior; we will tailor your physical therapy program to your needs to enhance and improve your sports performance.
Spinal Stenosis
Stenosis is caused by the narrowing of a canal or space in your body. It most commonly affects the space where your spinal cord is kept and/or where the spinal nerves exit your back bones (vertebrae).
Surgeries
Surgeries are at times essential for proper function of any part of your body. A surgery can greatly affect your lifestyle and the lifestyle of those around you.
Tendon Repair
A tendon repair is any surgery performed to reconnect the torn fibers of a tendon. A tendon connects muscle to bone and assist in any and all movement of the body. The treatment that can be provided for a tendon repair will follow the protocol of the physician that performs the surgery.
Tendonitis
Tendonitis is referred to as inflammation and/or irritation of a tendon within the body. Tendons are responsible for connecting muscle to bone and they assist with all movement of the body.! Continuous or repetitive movements and/or strain on a tendon can lead to irritation and eventual weakening of a tendon (tendonosis).
Balance and Sports Injuries
Balance is very important part of keeping your body upright, moving fluidly in space and maintaining muscle balance. There are small receptors in each of your joints that help you to control your body’s movement in space. If these receptors are compromised, your balance can be negatively affected.
Baseball/Softball
Baseball and softball are sporting activities that require a tremendous amount of arm, leg and core activity. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is often the most common injury can occur. Any injury is possible when you are active but here is a list of some common injuries that may be affecting you.
Cheerleading
Cheerleading is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of strength and flexibility for the arms, legs and core. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur. Any injury is possible when you are active but here is a list of some common injuries that may be affecting you.
Dancing
Dancing is a very involved sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of flexibility and strength for the arms, legs and core. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is a very common injury that can occur. Any injury is possible when you are active but here is a list of some common injuries that may be affecting you.
Equestrian
Equestrian Riding is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of strength and flexibility for the arms, legs and especially the core. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur. Any injury is possible when you are active but here is a list of some common injuries that may be affecting you.
Excercising
Exercising to keep healthy and active is a vital part of our lives. Any activity that you are participating in likely requires a tremendous amount of strength, conditioning and flexibility for the arms, legs and core. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is a very common injury that can occur. In order to continue with your exercise, it is important that you address injuries.
Field Hockey
Field Hockey is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of arm, leg and core activity. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur.
Football
Football is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of arm, leg and core activity. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is a very common injury that can occur.!
Gymnastics
Gymnastics is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of flexibility and strength for the arms, legs and core. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is a very common injury that can occur.
Hockey
Hockey is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of arm, leg and core activity. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Fractures are very common injuries associated with hockey. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur.
Lacrosse
Lacrosse is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of arm, leg and core activity. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur.
Soccer
Soccer is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of arm, leg and core activity. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur. !
Tennis
Tennis is a sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of arm, leg and core activity. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is often the most common injury can occur.
Throwing
Throwing and/or pitching in any sport is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of strength and flexibility for the arms, legs and core. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur.
Wrestling
Wrestling is a rigorous sporting activity that requires a tremendous amount of strength and flexibility for the arms, legs and core. The intense nature of the sport requires a large amount of conditioning for healthy individuals and those who have suffered from an injury. Repetitive strain to muscles, tendons and joints is also a very common injury that can occur.
Ankle
The ankle is a joint where the foot and leg meet. Bones that comprise the ankle joint are: Tibia, Fibula, and Talus. It is made up of three joints: the ankle joint (talocrular joint), subtalar joint, and inferior tibiofibular joint. The following ligaments bind the ankle joint: Deltoid ligaments and Medial Collateral ligaments.
Knee
The knee joint connect the thigh with the leg. It is the largest joint in the body. It is vulnerable to developing osteoarthritis and/or acute injuries.
Cervical Spine
Cervical Spine is comprised of 7 vertebrae. They are smaller than the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae. The nerves that travel through the cervical spine supply your neck/upper back and arms.
Low back/Lumbar Spine
The lumbar spine is made up of 5 vertebrae, which are the largest segments of the spine column. These vertebrae help to support your body weight and allow for movement of your low back.
Hand
The wrist is made up of eight bones amongst two rows. These rows help to make up the carpal tunnel, anatomical snuffbox, and flexor/extensor retinaculum.
Hip
The hip is the joint between the femur bone and the acetabulum (a part of the pelvis). The hip’s primary function is to support your body weight and retain your balance when walking/running or standing still.
Shoulder
The shoulder is made of up three bones, clavicle, scapulae, and the humerus (arm bone). This joint is very mobile to allow a wide range of movement, but also stable enough to allow activities such as lifting, pushing, pulling to occur safely. Due to the increased mobility at this joint, there is a higher chance of shoulder injury.
Thoracic Spine
There are 12 thoracic vertebra of which the ribs attach to most of them. The ribs help to protect your vital organs.
