It’s well-known that ice and heat therapies can help to reduce pain, and swelling, and relax muscles. But a common question our patients ask us on a weekly (sometimes daily) basis is, which one should I use? The immediate answer is…it depends! But we’re going to go deeper than that and explore some things youContinue Reading »
"Almost Daily Health Tips From Physical Therapist Shaina Clemons..."
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How Often Should I Pee Every Day?
We all go to the bathroom; it is a fact of life. But have you ever stopped to think about how often you have to pee? Are you going too often? Are you not going enough? Is your bladder yelling at you every time you need to go? Does it not tell you in time? These areContinue Reading »
Help!!! I’m Backed Up…
Constipation is a very common ailment that often goes along with other pelvic floor dysfunctions. Being constipated means that your stools are very hard in texture (Think: very large or small pebbles) which are difficult to pass, and/or you go several days between voiding. Normal bowel habits are going to the bathroom 3x per dayContinue Reading »
Balance on one foot? WHAT??
A patient recently asked me how it was possible for her to improve her balance as she was in her mid 50’s. She thought that she wouldn’t be able to make any progress or changes because she was honestly considering herself as too old☹ First off, you are never too old to improve your balance andContinue Reading »
Sleepy and Back Pain?!
Have you ever woken up after a restful night of sleep and thought to yourself, “Man, my back is killing me?” If this is you, chances are you are NOT alone. Before you take the plunge to throw out your mattress, you might want to take a look at your sleeping posture. Yes, you heardContinue Reading »
Prostate Cancer: You Do NOT Have to Live with Urinary Incontinence
All men have the potential to be affected by prostate cancer. About 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetimes. While the treatments for prostate cancer are different depending on each specific case- chemo, radiation, or even a prostatectomy (or removal of the prostate entirely) are common treatments for theContinue Reading »
How Do I Know if My Child is Constipated?
Constipation is a very common problem for many children. Constipation is one of the top 10 concerns parents take their child to see the pediatrician and account for 25% of all referrals to see a pediatric gastroenterologist. Most parents commonly notice that their child may be exhibiting the signs and symptoms below between the agesContinue Reading »
Does Your Back Hurt When You Stand?
Do you have back pain when you stand for any period of time? Do you ache with pain when you are waiting in a line at Target or the grocery store to buy your things? If you try to go for a walk and especially a walk that has a lot of hills, does yourContinue Reading »
What is Going on With my Arm?
Did you start having problems with your shoulder and arm after working from home?Pain or weakness in your shoulder or arm?Numbness or tingling in your fingers? Have you spent quarantine time filled with a makeshift office at home? Are you now having a difficult time reaching overhead or does your arm feel heavy? Is yourContinue Reading »
Start New Exercises Right
This year has had its highs and lows, but we are making the most of it. If you are like me, you may have taken the opportunity to take a break from typical day-to-day activities. No more in-person gathering, no more eating out, and no more trips to the gym have meant less driving andContinue Reading »