by Alex Sutton | Aug 10, 2020 | Exercises, Physical Therapy
The knee joints support an individual’s entire body weight as we move around doing our daily chores. In fact, they are subject to intense forces when we run, climb stairs, or perform other strenuous motions. If you are one of the millions of individuals...
by Alex Sutton | Jul 31, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus or SLE (also known as Lupus), is an auto-immune disorder that affects the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and other organs. The disease attacks healthy tissues, leading to chronic inflammation. This can have a drastic effect on a...
by Alex Sutton | Jul 27, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
Have you ever experienced a sharp pain in your heel for no apparent reason? One of the causes of heel pain is a condition called plantar fasciitis. It is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, the tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes. The plantar fascia...
by Alex Sutton | Jul 24, 2020 | Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
Tennis elbow is not restricted to those who play tennis. It is a condition in which tendon damage causes soreness or pain around the outside of the elbow or the lateral epicondyle. The symptoms of tennis elbow are noticeable when the palm is turned upward. Damage to...
by Alex Sutton | Jul 24, 2020 | Exercises, Physical Therapy, Physio, Therapy
Delivering Care to AIDS Patients in Physical Therapy Acquired Immuno-Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It is a global health problem that results in a significant impact on one’s emotional, physical and psychological...