We put so much stress on our knees through daily activities. This can be all the more true if you work a physical job, are an athlete or are just very active. A common place for knee injuries to develop is the medial collateral ligament, or MCL, which is located on...
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Two causes of sudden ankle pain without an injury
When you suddenly feel ankle pain, 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 issues...
Three reasons to see a physical therapist when you’re in pain
Pain affects everyone in different ways. Some people find it difficult to complete certain daily tasks like getting dressed or showering. Others may not even be able to get around at all. No matter the situation, anyone who has chronic pain or pain from an injury can...
What does sports therapy treat?
One of the most common questions we’re asked at Continuum Wellness is, “What does sports therapy treat?” Fortunately, our team has the experience necessary to answer this question. Our Continuum Wellness team has spent years providing the residents of Apache Junction,...
Get to know these helpful physical therapy techniques
Physical therapists have a variety of methods and tools for treating painful injuries and debilitating conditions. The techniques they use vary from patient to patient because each treatment needs to be customized to the needs of the individual. Generally, the goal of...
Balance conditions treatable by vestibular rehabilitation
Many people know that physical therapists can help people recover from injuries or perform better at sports. This is true, but the skillset of the physical therapists at Continuum Wellness is much broader. One area that our physical therapists specialize in treating...
Three effective post-surgical physical therapy techniques
Patients will often begin their physical therapy within hours of the completion of an operation. Knee replacement patients are encouraged to take their first steps almost as soon as they regain consciousness. While not all recoveries will begin that quickly, it is...
Finding specialized physical therapy in Apache Junction, Arizona
Continuum Wellness in Apache Junction, Arizona sets itself apart from other rehab and wellness centers by offering the latest specialized treatment options for our patients. Our physical therapists are committed to continuing their education in the latest...
Benefits of Using Joint Mobilization in Sports Therapy
As an athlete, you may need sports therapy to address injuries to a wide array of body parts. One of the body structures that you’re the most likely to injure is one of your joints. If you’ve injured one of your joints while playing a sport, then you’ll want to find a...