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Common Ankle Sprains
Most people have “twisted” their ankle at some point. It may have been caused by a common activity like playing sports, working or just walking down the street. A twisted or sprained ankle is painful and can limit a person’s function for a long time.
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Meniscus Injuries
Injuries to the knee happen often and in every walk of life. One common knee injury that Physical Therapists treat on a daily basis is a torn meniscus.
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Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
If you’re experiencing pain, numbness, tingling, and possibly weakness in your hand(s), you might be dealing with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Left untreated, it can cause major functional limitations.
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The Difference between Tendonitis and Osteoarthritis of the Hip
If you’ve suffered from hip pain, you’ll know that simply moving can intensify the discomfort. As a result, hip pain can cause people to refrain from any activity. Depending on the cause of the pain, lack of activity could actually worsen the condition.
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Treating a Stiff and Painful Shoulder
If you’ve experienced a gradual onset of increased shoulder pain and decreased movement, you might be experiencing the symptoms of Adhesive Capsulitis (commonly known as Frozen Shoulder).
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Treating Elbow Pain
Have you ever reached for something and felt a sharp, searing pain on the outside part of your elbow? If so, you could be experiencing Lateral epicondylitis or better known as Tennis Elbow.
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How Do I Get Rid of My Heel Pain?
If you experience a sharp pain in the bottom of your heel when you get out of bed, you might have Plantar Fasciitis. Our patients at ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Institute often describe it like having a sharp pebble in the shoe.
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In Search of the Perfect Mattress
Sleeping is a popular hobby for some and an essential source of rejuvenation for all. Yet, many of us are not sleeping well at all. According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention about 50 to 70 million Americans suffer from sleeping problems. When we do sleep, some of us wake up with aches and pains.
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What’s Causing My Lower Back Pain?
You can’t get comfortable. Shift in your seat. Cross your legs. No matter how you move, you feel a dull, achy pain in your lower back. You may feel a sharp stabbing pain when sitting still or standing or reaching to answer the phone. No matter how lower back pain feels, it can cramp your style.
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If the Shoe Fits…
When Prince Charming comes carrying a glass slipper in search of Cinderella, she might do well to run away. Without a good fitting shoe, she may end up suffering from heel pain, shin splints, knee problems, back pain, and not mention fungus. Wearing improper footwear can lead to a variety of aches and pains.
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