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How do you stretch properly? How long should I hold my stretches? Should you stretch before or after exercise? As with many topics, philosophies and opinions change like our seasons.…Continue readingHow do you stretch properly?

What should I expect after my knee replacement? How should I prepare for my knee replacement? Total knee replacements are becoming an increasingly common surgery. Knee replacements are often performed…Continue readingWhat to expect after a knee joint replacement

What is the rotator cuff? What is the most common way to cause injury to the rotator cuff? What does rotator cuff pain feel like? How do you know if…Continue readingWhat does a torn rotator cuff feel like?

Why does my hip hurt? What is hip bursitis? How do I alleviate hip bursitis pain? If you’ve been experiencing a pain along the outside or front of your hip…Continue readingWhy does my hip hurt?

How should I use my cane? Should I use my cane on my weaker side? A big mistake that most people make is holding their cane in their dominant hand…Continue readingWhich side should you use your cane?

Do I need a referral for physical therapy? How can a physical therapist help me? What is the training for a physical therapist?  Legislation now allows you to be evaluated…Continue readingDo I need a referral for physical therapy?

How do changes in weather affect my arthritis? Why do my joints hurt when its raining? At some point in time, you’ve heard your grandma or grandpa make claims that…Continue readingHow does weather affect my joint pain?

Should I hurt after exercise? Why do I have soreness in my muscles? What does “No Pain No Gain” really mean?   We’ve all heard the saying, “No pain No…Continue readingNo Pain, No Gain

Back pain is the most frequent visit to the doctor’s office, second to the common cold.  It’s been reported that approximately 80% of the population at some point in their…Continue readingWhy do I have back pain?