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Feeling Stressed? Dealing With Pain? PT Could Provide Relief
When you see someone clutching his head at work or in a stressful circumstance, you could believe he’s either stressed out or has a headache.
Indeed, you could be correct on both counts. Tension headaches can be caused by both physical and emotional stress; they can also be caused by cervicogenic and migraine headaches, all of which can render you effectively handicapped.
You may suffer from chronic or recurring headache discomfort, and you’re probably tired of taking pain killers all of the time.
Read full blog5 Reasons You’ll Benefit From Seeing a Physical Therapist
This demand for pain-management drugs has caused the opioid crisis we’re all too familiar with today. Opioids are both dangerous and addictive when taken for extended periods of time or in large amounts. Because of this, many Americans are understandably looking for safer pain relief alternatives.
According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, approximately 100 million Americans live with chronic pain. So, if you are living with chronic pain, or pain lasting three months or longer, you are not alone.
Read full blogTherapeutic Massage Can Improve Your Physical Function and Mobility
If you’re an athlete, you’re well aware of the commitment required. It’s no secret that substantial training is required whether preparing for a major game, competition, concert, or marathon. As a result, you’re likely to hit a hurdle along the route owing to sore or stiff muscles.
Thankfully, therapeutic massage can assist. Massage therapy relieves discomfort and loosens tight areas, allowing you to recuperate faster and get back into the game.
Do you want to learn more about how therapeutic massage can improve your performance?
Read full blogAre You Curious How Physical Therapy Can Improve Your Overall Wellness?
Everyone aspires to live a healthy, active, and powerful lifestyle – or they should, at least!
However, this type of lifestyle is not always simple to maintain, particularly for people who suffer from chronic pain. Physical therapy, fortunately, is an excellent resource for relieving pain and achieving fitness goals.
Give Harter Physical Therapy a call today if you want to start living a healthy lifestyle but aren’t sure where to begin.
Read full blogAre You In Search of Safe, Effective Pain Relief For Your Back and Neck Pain?
There are many reasons why one may develop back or neck pain. Back and neck pain may range from mild to severe, and you may experience accompanying symptoms.
Neck pain is most commonly caused by muscle strains, which can develop due to a cervical herniated disc, cervical degenerative disc disease, or cervical osteoarthritis. Anything that causes the spine’s anatomy to change can result in back pain, such as lumbar disc herniation, lumbar degenerative disc disease, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, or osteoarthritis!
Read full blog5 Tips For Increasing Energy and Decreasing Chronic Pain
You know how limiting pain can be if you live with it. Fortunately, you can reduce your discomfort while also raising your energy levels by making a few simple lifestyle modifications. When you combine these exercises with your physical therapy treatments, you may help yourself heal from discomfort and achieve the physical goals you’ve set for yourself.
To find out more about how we can help you increase your energy and decrease your pain, contact Harter Physical Therapy today!
Read full blogShrug Off Shoulder Pain With A Physical Therapist’s Help
Did you know that your shoulders are the most moveable and flexible joints in your body? They are made up of various muscles, tendons, and bones, and they’re pretty complicated. They are what allow you to move around and complete many of your responsibilities during the day. Your shoulders are capable of a great deal, but they are also highly vulnerable to injury.
If you’ve been suffering from shoulder pain, Harter Physical Therapy ‘s physical therapy services in Cheney, KS can help you discover natural relief.
Read full blogWhen To Seek A Physical Therapist For Sciatica Pain
While sciatica does not always require physical therapy treatments, it can help relieve your pain and speed up the healing process.
Did you know that the sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body? It stretches from the lower back down to the legs, ending at the feet. People living with sciatica typically describe their discomfort as “shooting pains,” typically down one side of the body.
It can be hard to determine whether or not your symptoms are in need of a specialist’s intervention, but Harter Physical Therapy in Goddard, KS put together a list of the three most prominent therapists for your condition.
Read full blogAdd Stretching to Your Daily Routine to Improve Your Health
Is it possible to increase your total health, wellness, and quality of life with a few simple physical motions? When it comes to stretching, the answer is unmistakably yes. For this reason, stretching exercises are a common part of physical therapy.
You might be shocked to see how many different ways stretches can benefit you. Here are some of the main reasons why our physical therapist could recommend stretches to help you live a better life.
Read full blogGot Arthritis Pain? Find Relief Without Medication
Taking an opioid painkiller for relief when a person has arthritis, especially in a weight-bearing joint like the knee or hip, can be a great temptation.
The bad news is that while an opioid can momentarily relieve pain, the patient’s bones continue to grind together, exacerbating the underlying source of the problem. That’s before you even consider opioids’ addictive properties. Rather than relying on opioids to relieve your arthritis pain, consider a chemical-free option: physical therapy.
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