The global population is aging at an unprecedented rate. By 2050, the number of adults over 65 will double to 1.5 billion people, while the number of those over 80 will triple to 426 million. These totals will represent the highest number of older adults
As a physical therapist, I see it all the time—an athlete comes in worried because they’re feeling pain, but after an evaluation, we find there’s no real tissue damage. Pain doesn’t always mean injury, and understanding this can help you train smarter and
Imagine a tiny, invisible hitchhiker nestled between your toes, one that announces its presence with every step you take. This unwelcome passenger is Morton's neuroma, a thickened nerve tissue that transforms the simple act of walking into a painful ordea
Imagine your head as a bowling ball perched on top of a flexible straw. Now picture that straw being violently whipped back and forth. This is whiplash, a traumatic event that happens in a few seconds but can continue to bother you for months or year
As we age, staying active becomes increasingly important for maintaining health, independence, and quality of life. Yet, many older adults find it challenging to identify the most effective and safe forms of exercise to meet their needs. Traditional advic
Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that affects the tendon connecting your calf muscles to your heel bone. It often develops in runners and active individuals due to repetitive stress and inadequate recovery. Those with Achilles tendinopathy
Shoulder pain can be debilitating, often limiting daily activities and affecting one’s overall quality of life. For patients with severe shoulder arthritis and some other long-term issues that don’t respond to physical therapy, total shoulder arthroplasty
For most people, waking up with a stiff, twisted neck is a moderate inconvenience and a difficult way to start the day. But for those with a condition called torticollis, or wryneck, it’s often much more than that. Wryneck causes the neck to twist involun
Pickleball has been growing rapidly in popularity, becoming a favorite pursuit for players of all ages. Its blend of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong makes it accessible and exciting for people seeking a fun and social way to stay active. The sport’s ease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide. For those living with Parkinson’s disease, challenges such as instability, slower movement, and mental decline can gradually worsen over time. While med
