A rotator cuff tear is common among people who repeat the same arm movement constantly, for example those engaged in sports activities like baseball, tennis, or are painters or window cleaners which involve regular and rigorous movement of arm, often experience pain and discomfort after a while. Pain along the shoulder could also be dueContinue Reading »
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Suggestions to reduce neck and back pain while driving
You will find nearly 9 out of 10 people suffering from neck and back pain these days. There are several factors that lead to this type of pain for example, trauma, medical issues, stress on neck muscles etc. But the most leading cause of neck and back pain is due to activities that involve holdingContinue Reading »
How runners can conquer chronic knee pain
It is quite common for runners to suffer from knee pain as there is a lot of physical stress and pressure exerted on the knees while running. Besides running there are other several causes that lead to knee pain, however, running further aggravates the problem. Runners normally experience chronic knee pain due to the continuousContinue Reading »
How to treat a rotator cuff tear without surgery
Today, most of the patients who suffer from a rotator cuff tear often wonder if this issue could be resolved without surgery. First, let’s discuss what a rotator cuff tear actually is. A human body’s upper arm is connected to the shoulder blade with a group of muscles and tendons which are found in theContinue Reading »
Top exercises for neck pain
Neck pain, in medical terms is known as cervical pain, can be experienced by a person anywhere between the bottom of your head (from where your neck starts) to your shoulder top. If this pain is ignored in its initial phase, chances are that you might soon experience pain in your upper back and arms.Continue Reading »
Three top exercises for lower back pain and sciatica
Exercise has become an essential part of life. Not only does it help to improve your overall health and your appearance, but it also helps to keep your body fit and in good physical condition, particularly when it comes to lower back pain. A person who is physically fit has much less chance of injuringContinue Reading »
When to be concerned about your lower back pain
Today, lower back pain is a common problem that many people suffer from. Generally, we ignore the pain as it subsides after taking rest for some time. It is usually for the short term and gets better without causing much issue, like immobility or numbness etc. However, if the back pain does not subside evenContinue Reading »
Lower Back Pain Prevention Tips on the Links
Golf is one of America’s all-time favorite sports, but it also can cause injury to the lower back and spine. Before you head out to the golf course, it’s important to note these key areas of prevention: 1. WARM-UP BEFORE PLAYING – Before you start golfing, start off with a thorough warm-up. Try some stretchesContinue Reading »
How to Improve your 5K with Don Hays
We had a great interview with Don Hays talking about How to Improve your 5k. Please follow this article for specifics on Heart Rate Zone Training! A Guide to Finding the Right Zone By Don Hays, Owner AKP Fitness What is HR zone training? HR zone training is a method used to calculate a desired intensityContinue Reading »
MEET OUR NEW PT: Join Us in Welcoming Tracey Doyle, MSPT, to the Apex Team!
Tracey Doyle, MSPT, has joined the staff at Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation as a Senior Pediatric Physical Therapist, bringing with her 20 years of experience treating babies, children and adolescents. Tracey can help improve your child’s overall gross motor function, balance, coordination, strength, muscle tone and quality of movement. She focuses on skills such as rolling,Continue Reading »