Physical Therapy for Back Pain

Back pain is primarily minimalized or eliminated through Physical Therapy (PT) interventions. PT for Back pain aims to reduce stiffness in lower muscles and promote mobility. A therapist may focus on treating back pain with either passive or active therapy, using manual therapies, heat/ice packs, electrical stimulation, or dry needling. The most prescribed active physical […]

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Physical Therapy for Knee Pain

Knee pain is commonly minimized or eliminated through Physical Therapy (PT) interventions. PT for Knee pain aims to heal and restore knee’s function and movement. A pain management specialist may focus on decreasing pain in the knee with either passive or active therapy, using either of manual therapies, heat/ice packs, or electrical stimulation. The most […]

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Physical Therapy for Shoulder Pain

Physical Therapy (PT) interventions are commonly used to treat or minimize chronic pain in shoulder muscles. Physical Therapy aims at promoting the shoulder’s easy, free movement. Based on the pain severity, a pain management specialist may prescribe either passive or active therapy, which includes manual therapies, heat/ice packs, electrical stimulation and dry needling. The most […]

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Yoga for Stroke Rehabilitation

Yoga during stroke rehabilitation primarily focuses on two impairments caused after stroke – difficulty with balance and one-sided weakness. Research indicates that adding Yoga, which combines dynamic and static poses, breathing and meditation, to stroke rehabilitation may improve recovery. Several benefits of practicing Yoga after stroke include improved balance, reduced fear of falling and better […]

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Speech Therapy for Stroke Rehabilitation

Speech Therapy (ST) aims at helping stroke survivors relearn forgotten speech function or develop alternative means of communication. Intensive exercises such as repeating certain words, a few reading or writing exercises, conversational rehearsals and the development of prompts or cues are often included in the stroke survivor’s rehabilitation program. Apart from improving speech and linguistic […]

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Occupational Therapy for Stroke Rehabilitation

Occupational Therapy (OT) after stroke aims to enable stroke survivors to lead an independent life by improving their skills, helping them find different ways to complete tasks and using certain handy equipment. Helping stroke victims perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Occupational Therapy instills a sense of confidence among stroke survivors and hence saves them […]

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Physical Therapy for Shoulder, Knee, Back, Neck Pain

Chronic pain in muscles and joints is commonly minimized or eliminated through Physical Therapy (PT) interventions. Physical Therapy for Shoulder, Knee, Back and Neck Pain aims at promoting healing and restoring function and movement. A pain management specialist may focus on decreasing pain in these areas with either passive or active therapy, including manual therapies, […]

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Physical Therapy for Stroke Rehabilitation

Physical Therapy (PT) is the most common rehabilitation method to treat problems with movement, paralysis or loss of muscle function after Stroke. Many studies suggest that early mobilization within 24 hours of the stroke, improves the chances of speedy stroke recovery. Generally, a ’45 mins per day, five times a week’ exercise schedule is recommended […]

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Stroke Rehabilitation Therapy Options

Stroke rehabilitation does not reverse the post-stroke brain damage, but can substantially help stroke survivors become as independent as possible and attain the best possible quality of life. Once the stroke survivor is out of immediate danger, the next focus should be on his rehabilitation program. The duration of stroke rehabilitation depends on the stroke […]

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Stroke – Surgical Options

After receiving post stroke emergency care, some survivors may be required to go through a surgery. However, in most cases, surgery is relatively rare and less helpful in treating and preventing a stroke. The stroke survivor’s age and current condition are two of the most important factors that are considered before performing a surgery. As most […]

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