The PT Perspective

Scoliosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. While it may vary in severity, it can cause discomfort and affect mobility. Incorporating specific stretches and exercises into your routine can promote strength, flexibility, and overall spinal health.

Middle back pain is a common ailment that can make everyday activities uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are several things that can be done to help alleviate the pain and get back to living your life.

Do you find yourself suffering from sciatica pain? Check out these tips for exercises and at-home treatment options for immediate pain relief.

From homework and tests to extra-curricular activities, students already shoulder plenty of weight during back-to-school time. Their backpacks should be the least of their worries.

Learn how to avoid pain and discomfort caused by poor laptop ergonomics.

Your back is one of the hardest working parts of your body. Having a strong back keeps us upright and allows us to balance, walk, and be active.

Posture is so much more than just sitting or standing up straight. Posture is the result of a coordinated action performed by a group of muscles working to maintain proper alignment and stability of joints throughout the body. Posture is important whether you are moving around, staying still, lifting or even sleeping. 

Hiking season is upon us! Most trails are uneven and have at least some elevation gain, so even the easiest hiking requires balance and strength to avoid injury.

We all get injured, experience aches and pains, and often feel that we want to have better movement in our body without being so stiff. Orthopedic physical therapy can help with each of those situations.

Back pain is an ailment often misunderstood, despite affecting 80% of people in their lifetimes.

It’s well established that about eight in 10 people in the U.S. will experience back pain at some point in their lives. And while the causes of such pain often vary, the blame for low-back pain can often be traced to an area a little lower in the kinetic chain: the hips.

From homework and tests to extra-curricular activities, students already shoulder plenty of weight during back-to-school time. Their backpacks should be the least of their worries.