It is unpleasant and embarrassing to experience a slip and fall. To admit that you momentarily lost your balance and ended up on the floor can be frightening and quite humiliating. With this in mind, it is essential to understand that falling once and refusing to tell anyone only increases your chances of falling again. It is truly common in society, especially for senior citizens, to slip and fall. Therefore, it is necessary to be aware of the dangers of falling and learn how to avoid them.
Working out and exercising can be great for you. It provides countless health benefits that can improve cardiovascular health and lower risk for diseases. In some cases, however, exercising can be harmful or even dangerous. Working out can become harmful to us when we overtrain, making it crucial to know the signs and symptoms of overtraining syndrome to prevent injury and avoid the potential negative effects that come with it.
Physical therapy is a cost-effective treatment that helps to improve mobility and relieve pain. PT has the potential to reduce a patient’s need for surgery and prescription drugs by allowing them to follow a recovery plan designed for their specific needs. Throughout the treatment, the patient is in full control and with time and patience, they should be able to get back to their normal selves again. Arguably, physical therapy should be your first option before choosing surgery or opioids.
The MCL, or medial collateral ligament, runs down the inner part of the knee from the thigh bone to about five inches from the top of the shinbone. The MCL prevents the leg from over-extending inward, helps to stabilize the knee, and allows it to rotate.
At Farmingdale Physical Therapy East, we treat patients with both presurgical and postsurgical care.
A surgery such as a total knee or hip replacement can mean a long recovery process. This often leads patients to reconsider surgery, thus putting it off and allowing the injury and pain to worsen. What most people don’t realize is that you can undergo physical therapy before your surgery. Seeking pre-surgical physical therapy can help patients return to their normal, active lives at a quicker rate following the operation.
Myositis refers to any condition that causes muscle inflammation, a condition that has several causes. Myositis can be caused by an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own tissues, viral infection, or vigorous exercise. Myositis is accompanied by joint and muscle pain, lung issues, fatigue, and trouble breathing or swallowing. If you have any of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to get tested for myositis. A doctor will administer a blood test, MRI scan, or muscle biopsy to determine the actual cause.
The shoulder is a very complex ball-in-socket-joint surrounded by bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons, making it capable of a wide range of motion. With its versatility and complex makeup, the shoulder can be injured easily. Manual labor, sports, and using the shoulder in a repetitive motion can increase the risk of shoulder pain and injury.
Back pain is a commonly reported condition that can affect anyone. Therefore, it may come as no surprise that an estimated 65 million Americans report experiencing back pain per year. For many, the pain can be truly debilitating, limiting day-to-day activities and making it difficult to accomplish even the smallest of tasks. While back pain can occur for different reasons, it is important to take it seriously and seek treatment as it can potentially shorten your life.
The knee is one of the most important parts of the body and, unfortunately, one of the easiest to damage. Without a healthy knee, everyday activities such as walking become more difficult and painful to perform. When prescribed medication and walking support are no longer sufficient, total knee replacement surgery is a safe and effective option to relieve pain and help you return to normal activities.
The meniscus can be torn during any sporting activity. You don’t have to be an athlete to tear your meniscus, however. Putting too much pressure on your knee, or making any sudden movement (squatting, getting up too quickly, etc) can easily result in a meniscus tear. At Farmingdale PT East, our physical therapists help patients deal with meniscus tears and properly rehabilitate their knee.
