Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) can be a painful condition. It affects the jaw joint and its surrounding muscles. It can lead to disruptions and severely impact your overall quality of life. For those dealing with TMJ issues, seeking physical therapy can...
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Loud pop in your knee followed by pain: What likely just happened and how you can address it
Experiencing a loud pop in your knee that is followed by pain can be a disconcerting sensation. This sudden occurrence can significantly affect your mobility and daily activities. When you hear a loud pop in your knee that is followed by pain, it could be indicative...
Pain on outside of lower leg above ankle: Here’s what it could be
The lower leg is the part of the leg that is between the knee joint and ankle joint. It works with the upper leg and foot to help you perform movements. It is made up of bones, tendons, muscles, ligaments, nerves and blood vessels. If you are experiencing pain in your...
Why do I have ankle pain from running?
Running is a great way to exercise while getting some fresh air. Even though running is supposed to make you feel good, especially due to the endorphins it can release, that’s not always the case. For some people, running can cause ankle pain that reduces the joint’s...
What does TMJ dysfunction feel like?
TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction is a disorder that causes pain or discomfort in your jaw and/or the areas around it, like the mouth, cheeks or eyes. The pain and discomfort can travel throughout the face and cause discomfort in other areas. TMJ can also...
Elbow hyperextension injury: 9 signs and treatments
The elbow is a hinge joint made up of the humerus, ulna, radius, muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is designed to only bend back so far. If you experience your elbow bending further back than it should, this is called an elbow hyperextension. Anyone can experience a...
Discover the likely culprit behind your neck’s cracking sounds
Have you ever been sitting for hours in front of your computer or television screen, when the moment you turn your head in a different direction you experience a cracking sensation in your neck? You probably heard a loud cracking sound in your ears as well, right?...
Can the back pain you’re feeling have been caused by constipation?
Back pain can be difficult to deal with, and may prevent you from participating in many activities that you enjoy. That’s likely one of the reasons Americans spend roughly $50 billion each year treating back pain. There are many reasons why you may be experiencing...
The 3 ways PT can tackle foot and ankle pain when walking
Walking is a necessary part of our day-to-day routines. This is why feeling pain in your feet and ankles when you walk can make even the simplest everyday tasks feel like a burden. There are a number of reasons why you might be experiencing foot and ankle pain when...
3 causes of sudden ankle pain without an injury
If you suddenly feel pain in your ankle, you may believe that you’ve injured your ankle in some way. However, there are actually several issues that can cause sudden ankle pain without any injury at all. Physical therapy can often be used to treat injuries and other...