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upper right shoulder blade pain

Three causes of pain in the upper right part of your shoulder blade

People use their right arms every day to get dressed, drink coffee and more. However, any tasks that you use your right arm for are more difficult when you’re feeling...

how to break up scar tissue

How can physical therapists help you to break up scar tissue?

Do you know why your muscles may be tense and sore if you haven’t been working out? Can you tell why your joints feel misaligned and achy? No, the answers...

why does my neck crack

Why does my neck crack when I turn my head?

Most people have probably asked themselves why their neck cracks when they turn their head. Often, the answer is that they’re experiencing the body’s natural response to neck joint movement....

physical therapy after bunion surgery

Why you may need physical therapy after bunion surgery

Bunion surgery is typically a minor procedure, and for years, patients were left thinking they were fine without physical therapy after surgery. While bunions do respond well to surgery and...

how long does a torn mcl take to heal

How long does a torn MCL take to heal?

You depend on your knees for most activities that involve moving around on your feet, and your knees depend on healthy, functioning ligaments to make all of this happen. However,...

elbow pain after sleeping

Why do I have elbow pain after sleeping?

It’s hard to imagine being able to use your arms without the use of your elbows. Yet, if you frequently wake up in the morning with elbow pain after sleeping,...

pinched nerve in shoulder symptoms

Five pinched nerve in shoulder symptoms that mean you may need treatment

You use your shoulder for several activities throughout the day. You probably don’t pay it much mind until it is in pain; then you realize how important your shoulder is...

ankle hurts after running

My ankle hurts after running — What should I do?

Ankle pain is one of the most common problems for runners. It makes sense, because every step you take while running exerts pressure and strain on your ankles. Over time,...

herniated disc neck pain

What causes herniated discs that trigger neck pain?

There are many structures in your neck that can be injured or damaged, and each of them can trigger pain when this happens. However, cervical discs are one structure that...