PTS Blog

Can PT Help with Diabetes?

June 8, 2022

If you or a loved one have diabetes, you know that it can be a serious condition that requires constant management on a daily basis. While the condition is based in the pancreas, many of the side effects can take...

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Does Physical Therapy Work for Sciatica?

October 30, 2021

Sciatica pain can be brutal and it can sideline you without warning for days or weeks. If you are searching for long-lasting relief from sciatica pain, you may have wondered if you should seek the expertise of a physical therapist....

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How to Relieve Hip Pain While Sleeping

October 20, 2021

People who have chronic pain tend to have a hard time getting a good night’s sleep. Pain and discomfort can distract you from falling asleep or keep you from falling into a deep sleep, as every little movement causes a...

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Should You Use Ice for Pain or Injuries?

October 14, 2021

RICE — rest, ice, compress, elevate — and the updated PRICE — add protection to the beginning — are part of traditional injury management 101. They should be abandoned. Research doesn’t provide much support for this approach. Most studies show the addition of RICE does not enhance outcomes....

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How Do I Know if My Child has a Concussion?

October 14, 2021

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What Causes Throwing Injuries In Baseball Players?

October 14, 2021

As we near the MBL playoffs, you will be hard-pressed to find a healthy arm in any team clubhouse. The season is rigorous and bodies breakdown. Young pitchers throw shorter starts with longer breaks in-between. Others are rehabilitating on the...

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What Is Occupational Therapy for Kids?

September 30, 2021

Occupational therapy is a form of treatment commonly recommended in children. When it’s your child, it’s natural to wonder what treatment is, how it will affect your child, and if it is safe. Pediatric occupational therapy is a rich field...

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Does Physical Therapy Help Arthritis?

September 30, 2021

Physical therapy is designed to help keep you moving safely and effectively, and it is a powerful form of treatment for a range of conditions, including some forms of arthritis. While there is no cure for the inflammation in the...

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Is Physical Therapy Covered by Insurance?

September 12, 2021

For many people, physical therapy is a critical component of their medical care, whether it’s to recover from an injury or prevent degenerative conditions from worsening. Unfortunately, the effectiveness and importance of physical therapy don’t always mean it is affordable,...

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