What 4 factors may be causing those cramps in your hands and feet?
When you feel a cramp somewhere in your body, such as in your leg or abdomen, it can feel nearly impossible to move until it goes away. And while cramps frequently happen to active individuals, such as runners or athletes, they can also interfere with anyone during their day-to-day life. Your hands and feet are […]
Dry needling vs. acupuncture: 3 key differences
Have you ever woken up feeling like a crumpled piece of paper? Your muscles very tight and achy? Or maybe you have a pain from an old injury that just won’t go away. If you’re looking for natural ways to help manage pain and improve your mobility, you may have come across two intriguing treatments: […]
Is that a pinched nerve or pulled muscle? Here’s how to tell
Pinched nerves and pulled muscles feel similar but are very different conditions. If you have a pain in your neck or back, you might think that you pinched a nerve when you in fact pulled a muscle or vice versa. So how do you tell? Well, we’ll answer that question in this article. Let’s break […]
Four injury types can make descending stairs a painful exercise
Have you stopped to consider how often you are climbing and going down stairs every day? You probably haven’t, and that’s not surprising. Many people don’t think much about such a common daily activity. At least, they don’t until such an activity becomes harder or more painful to do. People who are feeling pain when […]
Three benefits physical therapy can have for chronic pain sufferers
Do you currently have an acute or chronic pain condition affecting your daily life? Maybe you’re struggling with back pain, a sports injury or impairments following an auto accident. Perhaps you have someone in your family who is experiencing pain and dysfunction. It’s not all that unlikely that you or someone you know is living […]
Physical therapy can offer these three key benefits
Do you currently have acute or chronic pain affecting your daily life? Maybe you’re struggling with back pain. Perhaps you need help with a sports injury or impairments following an auto accident. A physical therapist can help you deal with these and many other issues. These specialists are experts in human movement and employ a […]
Five foods to avoid when trying to reduce chronic pain
What you put in your mouth can make your aches and pains worse. Like they say, “You are what you eat.” There are many foods that can cause inflammation and actually result in increased chronic pain. In order to avoid this, there are certain foods that you should steer clear of. A physical therapist can […]
When is post-surgical pain the worst and what can I do about it?
Surgery is often necessary to repair serious injuries or treat end-stage osteoarthritis. However, it’s natural to be apprehensive about having surgery. In particular, you might wonder when post-surgical pain is likely to be the worst and what you can do about it. When is post-surgical pain the worst? Knowing exactly when post-surgical pain will be […]
Two exercises for arthritis finger pain in Ferndale, WA
When your fingers hurt when they bend but aren’t swollen, there are several issues you could be dealing with. Osteoarthritis is the most common issue that causes these symptoms in Ferndale, Washington, and physical therapists in this area can help you find ways to treat your arthritis symptoms. Therapeutic exercises are one tool a therapy […]
Sleeping with tennis elbow and other tips for getting by while recovering
If you use your arms for repetitive tasks that involve bending your elbow, you may notice a dull, constant pain along the tendon on the back of your elbow. This pain is usually related to a condition that is known as tennis elbow. Don’t play tennis? Doesn’t matter. It’s really just a type of inflammation […]
Don’t Let Pain Stop You From Getting Back in the Game!
Get rid of the pain by partnering up with a physical therapist. Give Border Therapy Services a call today to learn more about how our physical therapists can get you on the path to a pain-free life. Physical Therapy for Pain Relief According to WebMD, “Physical therapy is often one of the best choices you […]
Tips to Treat Your Arthritis Pain
If you are like the one in four American adults who suffer from arthritis symptoms, you are looking for options for managing the day to day aches and pains and often debilitating loss of mobility. Fortunately, there are many things you can do that, when combined with physical therapy, can improve your strength, increase your […]
