In this section, I’ve compiled some of the most common topics that come up in physical therapy. This section will keep you well-informed and help you take an active role in your care.
Orthotics and insoles are often used interchangeably, but they have some key differences that could make or break your success with each. Never fear, this article will easily break down the differences between orthotics vs. insoles so you can make sure to get the features you’re looking for. What are orthotics? Orthotics are custom shoe …
Tennis elbow braces are often used to provide support and reduce pain. While they can be a useful treatment tool, they can also make your pain worse if not used properly or for too long a period of time. Keep reading to find out when a tennis elbow brace may help or hurt your recovery. …
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Most people remember kinesiology tape from the 2008 or 2012 summer Olympics. Athletes of all sports, from volleyball to swimming, could be seen sporting colorful tape applied in crazy patterns. But how does kinesiology taping work? Stick around to find out, plus plenty of pro tips to help your tape actually stay on. What is …
Muscle scraping is one of the newest recovery tools to hit the mainstream health and fitness market. From muscle knots to plantar fasciitis, people are using muscle scraping tools as a quick and easy way to grab some pain relief at home. But what is muscle scraping and is it right for you? Let’s find …
It’s natural to slouch sometimes, but when you spend hours in poor postural positions, it starts to take a toll on your physical and mental well-being. That’s right, slouching not only causes a host of aches and pains that can worsen over time but is also linked to emotional well-being and self-confidence. Luckily, there are …
Pain is a complex issue. While we’d all love a few magic stretches, the truth is, the puzzle is much more complicated. Did you know that deep breathing can be a crucial piece to tackling back pain? That’s right; these simple and accessible techniques can help to rebalance your system and decrease pain. Stick around …
TENS units (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) are marketed as a convenient non-drug way to decrease pain. But can you overuse a TENS unit? Find out in this in-depth look at the benefits, risks, and myths of electrical stimulation. How do TENS units work? TENS stands for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation aka electrical stimulation or e-stim …
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Wouldn’t it be great to get a massage every day and melt away your aches and pains? Here on planet earth, that isn’t possible for most of us. But there are plenty of fitness gadgets to get some workout recovery and pain relief at home. Both foam rollers and massage guns aim to improve blood …
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There are many workout recovery tools on the market competing for your attention (and dollars). Sidekick is bringing workout recovery to a whole new level with an affordable line of muscle scraping tools, that you can use at home, to address problem areas. Muscle scraping tools offer a different type of soft tissue mobilization that …
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Do you have bad posture? Have you tried everything to “fix” your posture, but nothing seems to work? Unfortunately, there’s no quick magical solution. But, if you focus on three important things, you can improve your posture by building healthy habits that stick. Plus, learn some of the most effective physical therapy exercises for posture …
