What to know about scapular winging
Scapular winging involves one or both shoulder blades sticking out from the back rather than lying flat. It is a rare condition that may result from injury or nerve damage.
How Physical Therapists Can Prevent Future Health Problems
Many of us might only seek out physical therapists if we are recovering from accidental injuries or surgery. However, medical experts say these specialists can also help prevent many health problems if they are seen on a regular basis.
Painful truth about knee osteoarthritis: Why inactivity may be more complex than we think
Researchers have found that people with knee OA unconsciously believe that activity may be dangerous to their condition, despite medical advice telling them otherwise.
Supervised physical exercise can improve the well-being of caregivers of the elderly
A study into professional caregivers of the elderly has revealed the importance of caregivers engaging in ongoing physical exercise, not only to reduce lower back pain, but also to improve psycho-affective aspects. The work is published in the Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation.
Physical Therapy for Hip Bursitis: Exercises to Know
Pain in your hip can be caused by hip bursitis. Hip bursitis is when the small fluid-filled sacs (bursa) on the outside or inner part of your hip get inflamed. Hip bursitis causes pain, decreased strength, and trouble with movements like walking or running.1 Hip bursitis can be recurrent, especially if you continue to do activities that are putting stress on the bursa.