Beyond Physical Therapy

05/25/2023

PRICE to treat minor sprains and strains:

PROTECT from additional injury by using braces, immobilizers, slings, splints, and/or assistive devices such as a cane or walking stick.

REST for 1 to 3 days to allow for healing to begin and prepare for a gradual return to activity.

ICE the injury as soon as possible to reduce inflammation. Apply an ice pack wrapped in a cloth or a bag of frozen vegetables for 20 minutes every couple of hours.

Apply COMPRESSION to the injured area to control swelling and provide support. Use an elastic bandage or a piece of clothing to provide a gentle compression, taking care to avoid wrapping too tightly.

ELEVATE the injured area, above the heart if possible, to control swelling and ease pain.

Physical Therapy can help restore mobility, strength, and stability following sprain/strain injuries!

05/11/2023

04/24/2023

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain, affecting about 1 in 10 people at some point in their life.

Stress to the plantar fascia can result from overpronation of the subtalar joint (a joint in the hindfoot), pes planus (a flattened arch of the foot), pes cavus (a high arch of the foot), and decreased joint mobility in the toes, foot, and/or ankle.

Faulty mechanics at the pelvic girdle, hip, and knee may also contribute to plantar fasciitis.

A comprehensive physical therapy evaluation of the mechanical chain will increase efficacy of treatment and improve outcomes.

If you are suffering from plantar fasciitis pain, Beyond PT can help! Call (928) 710-1819 to schedule a consultation.

04/12/2023

Are you suffering with knee pain and stiffness due to osteoarthritis? Physical therapy can be just as effective as surgery at relieving your symptoms!

https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1301408

04/09/2023

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03/17/2023

Is your technology a pain in the neck? Beyond PT can help! Schedule your Telehealth session today to learn how you can reduce the physical stress of technology!

03/12/2023

03/11/2023

If you've suffered a rotator cuff tear, consider Physical Therapy before surgery. This study shows a 75% success rate for conservative treatment; those are pretty good numbers!

Nonoperative treatment using this physical therapy protocol is effective for treating atraumatic full-thickness rotator cuff tears in approximately 75% of patients followed up for 2 years.