5 Way To Know You Need PT!
Have you ever heard of physical therapy? If you’re in need of it, there are tons of ways your body may be trying to tell you!
Physical therapy isn’t just for rehabilitation or athletes in training. There are many reasons why a person might need the assistance of a physical therapist.
There are five basic indicators that you need to visit a physical therapist. We outline them in this blog, but you can give us a call at Eastside Sports Rehab in Bellevue WA to schedule an appointment as well!
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Frequent appointments with a physical therapist are suitable for people of all ages!
Physical therapy is a non-invasive, safe, and effective treatment choice intended to improve movement and alleviate pain arising from a wide variety of work and sports injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, age-related conditions, and more.
Usually, patients undergo physical therapy to help relieve symptoms of chronic pain and avoid potential injuries. One of the most important reasons for new patients to visit our physical therapy clinic is to identify and treat the cause of their chronic shoulder pain.
Read full blogAre You Stretching Before And After Your Workout?
Exercising is great, but are you being safe while you do it?
Regular exercise is an excellent way to improve and maintain good health.
However, if you aren’t stretching before and after your workout, you aren’t getting the most out of your workout.
Stretching exercises are a staple of physical therapy for many reasons.
In fact, there are several specific benefits of stretching both before and after a workout.
Read full blogDo You Have Herniated Disc Pain? How to Know If You Need to See a Physical Therapist
You Could Relieve Your Herniated Disc Pains with Physical Therapy
Believe it or not, a herniated disc can occur anywhere in your spine. At our physical therapy clinic, we see disc herniations frequently among our patients with back, arm, and/or leg pain.
Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremity symptoms can indicate a variety of potential problems – including one or more herniated discs.
What can you do if you’re not sure whether or not you have this problem?
Read full blogAvoiding Opioid Dependence With The Help Of A Physical Therapist
There are better ways to relieve your pain.
We’re betting you’ve seen the headlines, and you’re well aware that opioids are a major contributor to America’s widespread drug crisis. We also understand that if you or a loved one suffers from chronic pain, you may be frustrated and unsure of your options.
Our physical therapy clinic joins the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other professional organizations in recommending physical therapy and other alternatives to prescription opioids for chronic pain management.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help Golfer’s Hip Mobility and Pain
Are you noticing soreness or pain in your groin? Does your back seem to feel better the more warmed up your hips are? Golfing requires a tremendous range of motion to swing the club effectively. Our physical therapists at Eastside Sports Rehab understand golfing mechanics and how vital your hips are to swing a club pain-free!
The golf swing has been associated with increased injury risk due to poor swing mechanics, inadequate spine (thoracic and lumbar) mobility, poor core stability, and lack of motion and strength in the hips.
Read full blogDoes Your Child Have Little League Elbow? Allow A PT To Help!
Is your son or daughter complaining about pain along the inner part of their elbow? Have you noticed swelling around the elbow, especially after practice or a game? Pain and swelling on the inner aspect of the elbow may be a sign of a “Little League Elbow.”
Fortunately, at Eastside Sports Rehab in Bellevue WA, our physical therapists are experts at treating all types of pediatric and sports injuries!
Read full blogOptimize Your Athletic Performance and Reduce Recovery Time with Therapeutic Massage
If you are an athlete, you likely already understand the importance of maintaining good health, especially when competing in the sport you love. But did you know that working with an experienced physical therapist can hugely improve your athletic performance and overall health, especially when recovering from an injury?
When it comes to helping athletes heal from painful injuries, many physical therapists rely on a technique known as therapeutic massage.
Read full blogHow Tennis Players Can Resolve and Prevent Ankle Sprains
Is your ankle sprain interfering with your ability to play tennis? Are you frustrated that you keep rolling your ankle what seems like every time you play tennis? At Eastside Sports Rehab in Bellevue WA our physical therapists use the most up-to-date strategies to help you resolve your ankle problems and know what to do to prevent them from becoming an ongoing issue!
The leading causes of acute tennis injuries are falls and twists, with ankle sprains accounting for up to ¼ of all tennis-related injuries.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy For Baseball Performance Training
Is your son or daughter complaining about elbow or shoulder pain? Are you looking for baseball-specific exercise programs? At Eastside Sports Rehab in Bellevue WA, our therapists understand the injuries that affect baseball/softball players and resolve them more significantly. Our team can give you the tools to recover from your injuries and maximize your on-field performance!
The popularity of baseball has spread throughout the globe and surged in popularity throughout Asia and Latin America.
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