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How You Can Best Manage Your Back Injury

Are you experiencing back pain? You are not alone. Back pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek medical care. Millions of Americans miss work due to back pain, and it is the number one cause of...

Flexor Tendon Injuries: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Tendons refer to a strong, cord-like tissue that attaches the muscles to the bones. When you move, your muscles contract, allowing the tendons to pull the bone structure and facilitate motion. One specific example of...

5 Tips for Healthy Joints

Whatever age you are, keeping your joints healthy is essential. One of the best ways to ensure joint health is through exercise. But are there additional steps you can take to improve joint health? There are a few...

The Role of Physical Therapy After Carpal Tunnel Release

Carpal tunnel release is a surgical procedure involving cutting through the ligament that's putting pressure on the median nerve. This is a necessary procedure after nonsurgical treatments have been exhausted without...

Top Qualities of Pinnacle Orthopaedics Doctors: Why Choose Us?

Orthopedic surgery is usually a personal choice since this is the last resort for treating musculoskeletal problems that affect the bones, tendons, joints, ligaments, and muscles. However, if you've decided to get on...

What to Expect From Physical Therapy for Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is a battle for millions of Americans. A 2018 survey by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 28% of men and 31.6% of women have had lower back pain at some point in the last...

October is National Physical Therapy Month: Here are 5 Reasons why Physical Therapy is Beneficial

It's time to celebrate National Physical Therapy Month! Most Americans have worked with a physical therapist at some point in their life. Whether it be because of illness, injury, or chronic conditions, physical...

How to Know if You Have a Spinal Disc Problem?

Did you know that your spine has 23 discs? Discs are located in between vertebrae in both your spine and neck. The goal is to provide cushioning between the discs and absorb shocks that can occur with overactivity. ...

What High School Athletes Should Know About Sports Injuries

Every year millions of athletes are injured. This includes high school athletes, who are just as susceptible to injury as professional athletes. Pressure to play in games can have long-term effects, including...