Individuals dealing with chronic pain following a minor injury, surgery, or trauma could be experiencing complex regional pain syndrome. What are the symptoms, diagnosis, and…
Individuals who have fractured their scaphoid bone may experience pain and swelling in the wrist just below the thumb. Can immobilization with a cast and…
Are individuals with high foot arches or participating in sports involving repetitive ankle motion at risk for developing peroneal tendon injuries? Peroneal Tendon Injuries The…
Can individuals experiencing difficulty with functional mobility benefit from physical therapy to help them return to normal activities? Outcome Measurement Tests Outcome measurement tests assess…
Can knowing about wrist sprains—their types, symptoms, causes, and diagnoses—help develop an effective treatment program? Wrist Sprain Wrist sprains are injuries that affect ligaments that…
Individuals who don’t get enough sleep at night can feel it in many ways. Can sleep deprivation or other sleep disorders contribute to an accumulated…
Experiencing a whiplash injury can be disorienting and painful. Can recognizing the signs of more serious complications, seeking timely medical intervention, and following a structured…
Can modified workouts and/or having a personal trainer design an alternate fitness routine while in injury recovery help injured individuals and athletes maintain fitness? Maintain…
For individuals going through post surgery, injury rehabilitation, illness and/or chronic condition management, can physical therapy isometric exercises help? Isometric Exercise Isometric exercises are used…
Individuals who have been injured or ill or have a chronic disability may be having difficulty performing everyday activities. Can recreation therapy help rehabilitate injuries…
Incorrect manual handling and lifting is a leading cause of workplace injuries. Can health and safety training help reduce injuries and lost workdays? Correct Manual…
Elbow pain from lifting is a common symptom among individuals who lift weights, heavy objects, children, grocery bags, etc. Depending on the underlying cause, can…
Individuals who sit in an office chair for a long period naturally tend to slouch over or slouch down into the chair. This posture can…
For individuals who are feeling back pain, neck pain, or shoulder pain, can using postural techniques help decrease pain and develop strategies to maintain correct…
Can learning about comminuted fracture symptoms and repair help individuals and healthcare providers develop effective treatment and rehabilitation programs? Comminuted Fractures A comminuted fracture is…
For individuals who are having difficulty moving around due to pain, loss of range of motion, and/or decreased strength, can incorporating working with a physical…
“Those experiencing neck pain, stiffness, headache, shoulder, and back pain may suffer from a whiplash injury. Can knowing whiplash signs and symptoms help individuals recognize…