Getting You Back to Better
Enduring chronic pain affects every aspect of your daily life. You become short-tempered with the people around you, stop doing things that you enjoy, and stay in a generally unpleasant mood. The good news is that there are ways to eradicate pain so that you can get back to your old self. Have you been […]
Cortisone Injections vs Total Knee Replacement – A Helpful Guide Read More »
One of the more common issues that we see after a Total Knee Replacement is a rash that can develop after surgery. Even though this can be scary, most of the time, it’s easily treated with at home with emergency medical attention. So if you are reading this on the way to the E.R., don’t
Rash After a Total Knee Replacement – What to Know Read More »
Getting a total knee replacement tends to throw a wrench in your plans. But what happens if those plans are set in stone? And more importantly, what happens when those plans require flying? Some things just can’t be changed, and while it’s more difficult to do so, it is possible to fly after a total
Flying After A Total Knee Replacement – What You Need to Know Read More »
You’re a runner, so you run. But what other exercise do you use to supplement your passion for the pavement? It may seem superfluous to add more work to your routine, but research shows us that it can benefit your performance. Specifically, core and pelvic exercises to improve strength and stability are known to decrease
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Foam rolling is a popular tool for many athletes. Sure, it feels good (…or not so good), but what does it actually do? The market is teeming with different shapes, textures, and models of rollers. Though it’s a widely used technique, there aren’t many research studies examining the effects of foam rolling. Yet, there are
Common Myths About Foam Rolling – From a Physical Therapist Read More »
If you have been following along with our series then you already know that elevating your knee after you have had a total knee replacement is crucial to the healing process because it increases blood flow, reduces swelling, and eases your post-surgical discomfort. You may be wondering how to elevate your knee after total replacement
5 Wedge Elevation Pillows to Ease Your Pain After A Knee Replacement Read More »
It was your first night in your own bed after having a total knee replacement. The sun happily pokes through the blinds as the birds sing a melodious tune that allows you to gently wake up. It’s such a lovely morning that you almost don’t notice the nagging pain and the enormous amount of swelling
Reduce Your Swelling With PEACE And LOVE After A Knee Replacement Read More »
If you’ve ever suffered from elbow pain or other musculoskeletal problems, then you know just how damaging it can be to your daily routine. Various injuries or conditions can cause elbow pain. The most common cause of chronic elbow pain can also be a result of Arthritis. Osteoarthritis, which is the most common form of
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I’m sure that you’ve been told or heard of someone foam rolling their IT band to decrease tightness and help with knee pain. This recommendation has been around since foam rollers were invented. However, recent research has shown that foam rolling your IT band may not be needed at all. In fact, it could be
Why You Should Stop Foam Rolling for IT Band Syndrome Read More »
Getting back to normal after arthroscopic hip surgery can be confusing and even frightening. Hip surgery, whether it was a hip labral repair, hip labral debridement, or a labral reconstruction, is a life-changing event that you want to allow to adequately heal. See our helpful table and subsequent information to help you know when you
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