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The Importance of Physical Therapy in Hip Replacement Rehabilitation
Is pain from hip arthritis severely limiting your mobility and negatively impacting your quality of life? If severe enough, you may have opted for hip replacement surgery, a procedure with the potential to get you back to the activities you love. However, it’s not a simple journey. The good news? Physical therapy for hip replacement rehabilitation can make the path a little smoother.
Rehabilitating after a hip replacement is a lengthy process.
Read full blogChiropractic Care for Neck Pain: Unlocking Relief
Do you wake up in the morning ready to start your day on a good note, but neck pain makes itself known loud and clear instead? Or, do you ever find yourself in the middle of your favorite outdoor activity like pickleball or tennis, and neck pain takes you out of the game? Well, there’s no need to endure the pain any longer! Now is the time to try chiropractic care for neck pain – a safe and effective way to get rid of the pain today.
Read full blogCommon Sports Injuries: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Conquering Common Sports Injuries with Physical Therapy
Introduction
Sports injuries – they’re a part of every athlete’s journey. Injuries can throw a curveball into your game, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just someone who enjoys staying active. In this case study, we’ll dive into a success story that showcases how our team of experienced physical therapists helped a patient overcome common sports injuries.
Read full blogReclaim Your Mobility: Physical Therapy for Knee Pain Relief
Knee pain is a common complaint with several potential causes, from injury to chronic conditions like osteoarthritis. At Midwest Physical Therapy, we help Chippewa Falls area patients find lasting knee pain relief through a comprehensive, hands-on process in which we identify the source of the pain and then develop a personalized treatment plan.
We understand how debilitating knee pain can be. When your knee hurts, it’s difficult to stay active–which can lead to worse symptoms and prolonged discomfort.
Read full blogUnveiling the Basics: Understanding Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care is a natural and holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the relationship between the spine and the body’s overall well-being. By understanding chiropractic care, individuals can explore how spinal adjustments and natural healing align to guide them toward holistic wellness.
Read on to learn more about chiropractic care and whether it’s the right choice for you!
The Principles of Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care centers around the idea that a healthy spine is essential for overall health.
Read full blogLow-Impact Knee Exercises for Joint Health
If you’ve been struggling with knee pain, you’re not alone. Knee pain can be a real challenge, making simple tasks like walking or climbing stairs difficult. At Midwest Physical Therapy, we understand the impact knee pain can have on your daily life, and we’re here to help. Our team of highly trained physical therapists is well-versed in the most advanced treatment approaches, with a particular focus on low-impact knee exercises for joint health.
Read full blogAdd Stretching to Your Daily Routine to Improve Your Health
Can simple physical movements improve your overall health, wellness, and quality of life? In the case of stretching, the answer is unequivocally yes. Stretching exercises are an important part of physical therapy for this reason.
You might be surprised at how many benefits stretches can provide. Here are some of the main reasons why our Bloomer, WI physical therapist might recommend stretches to improve your life. If you’re curious to learn more, contact Midwest Physical Therapy today.
Read full blogLearn How to Get Rid of Joint Pain Right Now
Chronic joint pain is commonly associated with arthritis, but other physical ailments can also cause joint deterioration and pain.
While physical therapy cannot cure arthritis, it can help to alleviate pain, increase the range of motion in affected joints, and help you gain control of the problem so that it does not worsen. When it comes to joint pain, if you are not proactive, it will most likely worsen over time.
If you’ve been experiencing joint pain for some time, contact Midwest Physical Therapy to make an appointment with a Bloomer, WI physical therapist.
Read full blogStress-Related Headaches Don’t Have to Add to Your Anxiety– PT Can Help
When you see someone clutching their head at work or in a difficult situation, you may assume that they are under extreme stress or that they have a headache. In fact, you could be correct on both counts. Physical and emotional stress can both cause tension headaches, as well as carcinogenic and migraine headaches, all of which can leave you in severe pain.
You may suffer from chronic or recurring headache pain, in which case you’re probably tired of constantly taking pain relievers.
Read full blogTry Physical Therapy Before Considering Back Surgery
Back pain is one of the most incapacitating conditions. Back pain, which can range from a dull ache to excruciating pain, can prevent you from performing simple daily tasks that you once enjoyed.
While nearly 80% of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives, the treatments available to help them are diverse. Despite this, many people believe that surgery is the best option for relieving back pain.
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