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How Physical Therapy Helps Resolve and Prevent Shin Splints
Does it seem like your teenager gets shin splints at the start of every sports season? Are you tired of dealing with shin splints whenever you try to get in shape? Why doesn’t “just resting” work? At Midwest Physical Therapy in Bloomer, WI, our physical therapists will identify all the factors associated with shin splints and, more importantly, how to resolve them and prevent future episodes from occurring!
Shin splints are an everyday complaint adolescent athletes report at the start of a new sports season or adults new to exercise or overtrain trying to get in shape.
Read full blogHow Chiropractic Care Can Help You Resolve Tennis Injuries
Are you concerned about the pain in your back getting worse from reaching and twisting to hit the ball when you play tennis? Have you tried everything you can to get relief but still have pain? At Midwest Physical Therapy in Bloomer, WI, our chiropractors are highly trained experts in treating all types of injuries related to tennis.
Tennis is one of the most popular sports played by people of all ages, both male and female, from recreational to competitive leagues.
Read full blogHow to Eliminate Back Pain Related to Yard Work
Have you been dealing with back pain since working in your yard? Do you worry your back will interfere with your ability to care for your yard the way you want? At Midwest Physical Therapy in Colfax, WI, our chiropractors will identify the root cause of your pain and give you the tools to resolve it and prevent it from returning!
Too often, people with back pain misinterpret the signals their body sends and try to do too much or avoid all activity and do too little.
Read full blogImprove Your Health, Strength, and Physical Activity With Physical Therapy
Everyone aspires to live a healthy, fit, and active lifestyle. However, this type of lifestyle is not always easy to achieve, especially for those who suffer from chronic pain. Fortunately, physical therapy is an excellent resource for relieving pain and achieving fitness goals. If you want to live a healthier lifestyle but aren’t sure where to begin, give our office a call today! We’ll design a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs so you can achieve your objectives using the most effective methods for you.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Help You Get Active After The Holidays
Do you find keeping up your exercise routine during the holiday season challenging? Are you dealing with new aches and pains or putting off taking care of an old injury due to the holidays approaching? At Midwest Physical Therapy, our physical therapists can help you resolve your injuries, old and new, and we can also help you get active after the holidays!
The holiday season is about spending time with our families and keeping traditions alive.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy is Your Key to Beating Neck and Back Pain
Neck and back pain can occur for a variety of reasons. Back pain can be caused by anything that changes the anatomy of the spine, such as lumbar disc herniation, lumbar degenerative disc disease, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, or osteoarthritis. Muscle strains are the most common cause of neck pain, which can occur as a result of a cervical herniated disc, cervical degenerative disc disease, or cervical osteoarthritis.
Back and neck pain can range from mild to severe, and it may be accompanied by other symptoms.
Read full blogHow to Prevent or Delay Surgery With Physical Therapy
Are you tired of persistent pain that worsens no matter what you do? Has your doctor told you that you need surgery for your arthritis that’s “bone on bone?” Our highly skilled physical therapists at Midwest Physical Therapy in Bloomer, WI have proven results helping people postpone or avoid surgery altogether. And if surgery is your best option, we will ensure you are prepared and have the best outcome possible!
Too often, people mistake their pain or loss of mobility as an indication that they should rest and avoid any activity that causes them pain.
Read full blogTackling Every Physical Condition at the Age of 50: The Physical Therapy Way
Have you noticed your body doesn’t seem to recover quite the same way since turning 50? Are you looking for guidance on how to stay active and avoid the aches and pains of getting older? At Midwest Physical Therapy, in Colfax, WI, our physical therapists are the musculoskeletal experts and can help make sure you do what it takes to stay healthy and active!
We often hear in the news how important staying active is for your overall health and well-being.
Read full blogTreatment 101: Chiropractic Adjustments Help With Travel
Are you planning a vacation with your family? Does your job keep you on the road traveling from city to city? If you’re wondering how to eliminate or prevent pain, our chiropractors at Midwest Physical Therapy in Colfax, WI can help!
Our chiropractic team uses regular adjustments (manipulations) to ensure your body is functioning at its peak potential so you can travel pain-free and put your attention on the things in life that matter most to you.
Read full blog5 Ways To Stay Active At Your Desk Job
It’s time to get moving!
We encounter a lot of hardworking patients at our physical therapy clinic who want to advance in their jobs and provide for their families, but it’s difficult to do so when you’re suffering with an injury. Unfortunately, many people soon learn that their job sedentary nature has a direct influence on their health and productivity.
Throughout the day, everyone needs to move a lot.
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