Golf is a wonderful pastime that inspires passion in many. However, we all know that it can put stress on our body, especially for the more competitive golfers among us. In addition to the back, the shoulders can be a common source of injury due to the forces applied...
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How to prevent lower back pain — five things you can do
Lower back pain is extremely common, affecting millions of people each year. Whether it is caused by injury or age-related issues, there is no way to completely prevent lower back pain. This is because our lower backs play such an important role in supporting the...
Tension headaches in the back of the head — four potential causes
Recurring tension headaches can represent a serious drain on your productivity and well-being. While some people get them on the forehead or the top of the head, another common complaint is tension headaches that develop in the back of the head. If you’re dealing with...
Therapeutic exercises to prevent tennis elbow?
Despite the name, people get tennis elbow for a wide variety of reasons. This irritation of the tendons connecting your forearm to the elbow can be caused by repetitive arm motions used by people like carpenters, plumbers, painters and butchers. Whether you’ve dealt...
Avoid these three knee arthritis exercises
Knee arthritis, in its most common form known as osteoarthritis, involves inflammation of the joint due to worn-out cartilage. It’s important to understand that while arthritis can be successfully managed, it is not a reversible condition. Your joint cartilage tends...
Make the most of your health care plan this holiday season
The holiday season is just around the corner, which means it’s time for good cheer and great food with friends and family. It also means that your time to spend the remaining funds in your flexible spending account (FSA) is nearing its end. Not familiar with your FSA?...
Stiff neck? Discover how physical therapy can help
Physical therapy can help reduce pain and stiffness in the neck. Through targeted exercise, the neck’s range of motion, strength and flexibility can be improved. The duration and the treatment plan prescribed vary from person to person. That’s why if you are suffering...
Physical therapy for fibromyalgia pain
Fibromyalgia is not a disease, but rather a cluster of symptoms with no known cure. Physical therapy offers a solution for those suffering from fibromyalgia pain that can reduce or eliminate your need for medication. At Continuum Wellness, our specialists can work...
What is vertigo and can physical therapy help?
Vertigo is a medical term for dizziness. It is the feeling of rocking, spinning or moving even though you are completely still. It can last for seconds, hours or even days. Additional symptoms include a feeling of tilting, swaying or being pulled in one direction. A...
Can physical therapy help a sprained ankle?
A sprained ankle can occur on the sports field or simply walking through your house. A bad step, a trip or a collision with an underfoot pet is all it takes to knock you off your feet. Sudden stretching or twisting can also cause an ankle sprain. That Lego on the...