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Patient articles on pain, injury, movement and physical therapy from PAR Physical Therapy.
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NSAIDs vs. Physical Therapy: Finding the Right Solution
Nonsteroidal anti–inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and naproxen are among the most commonly used treatments for pain.
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Common Foot Pain Myths: What People Often Get Wrong
Foot pain is a common complaint from our patients, and it affects people of all ages and activity levels.
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Understanding Foot Pain: Causes and Physical Therapy Relief
Foot pain can make even the most routine activities uncomfortable, whether that's walking to get the mail, standing while cooking dinner, or walking…
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The Cost of Treating Balance Disorders: What You Should Know
Balance disorders can be rather frustrating and disruptive to everyday life, and for some people, they lead to substantial financial costs over time…
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Do Glucosamine and Chondroitin Really Benefit Athletic Performance?
Do Glucosamine and Chondroitin Really Benefit Athletic Performance?
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Common Balance Disorder Myths That Could Delay Recovery
Dizziness and balance problems are often misunderstood by those who are dealing with them.
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The True Long-Term Costs of Treating Neck Pain and Headaches
Neck pain and headaches originating at the base of the skull are relatively common reasons people scale back their daily lives.
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Electrolytes and Performance: When They Help, When They Don’t
Electrolytes and Performance: When They Help, When They Don’t
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Neck & Suboccipital Pain: Myths vs. What Evidence Shows
Discomfort in the neck and the area just beneath the skull is something most adults will deal with at least once in their lifetime.
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Why Physical Therapy is Usually the Best Step for Neck Pain
Pain in the neck and top portion of the spine, especially the area just beneath the skull, can quietly build over time and become a regular part of…
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Physical Therapy Costs: More Affordable Than You Might Think
When people experience pain or a musculoskeletal injury, one of the first concerns that often comes up is cost.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids: What Active Adults Should Know
Walk into any pharmacy or nutrition store and you'll find shelves filled with fish oil and omega–3 supplements claiming to provide benefits for…
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Shoulder Blade Pain: What Most Patients Get Wrong
Many people experience discomfort between the shoulder blades at some point, especially during busy workweeks, long hours at a computer, or after…
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Shoulder Blade Pain: Why Physical Therapy is Usually Best Option
Shoulder Blade Pain: Why Physical Therapy is Usually Best Option
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The Price of Relief: Comparing Treatment Costs for Low Back Pain
The Price of Relief: Comparing Treatment Costs for Low Back Pain
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How Sugar Affects Performance and Long-Term Health
If you train regularly, compete in sports, or simply want to stay active and healthy, you've probably considered how sugar affects your performance.
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Low Back Pain Myths: What Research Says About Physical Therapy
Low Back Pain Myths: What Research Says About Physical Therapy
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Low Back Pain: Start With Physical Therapy
Low back pain is consistently recognized as one of the leading reasons people seek out medical care and miss work, exercise, and daily activities.
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Tendinitis Treatment: Physical Therapy, Injections, and Surgery Costs
Tendinitis Treatment: Physical Therapy, Injections, and Surgery Costs
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Understanding Protein Supplements and Performance
If you exercise regularly, are recovering from an injury, or want to maintain muscle as you age, you may be wondering whether a protein supplement…
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Common Balance Problems: Here’s How Physical Therapy Can Help
Common Balance Problems: Here’s How Physical Therapy Can Help
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Best ways to reduce your chances of developing back pain
The fact that back pain is so common in the general population might make you feel as if you’re powerless to do anything to stop it from occurring.
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Back pain can strike in different ways at all stages of life
There are very few guarantees in life but chances are you’ll experience back pain at some point in your lifetime, as about 8 out of 10 people will…
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If you're dealing with neck pain, try these simple home remedies
If you're dealing with neck pain, try these simple home remedies
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Improving your bed & workstation setup can help reduce your neck pain
Improving your bed & workstation setup can help reduce your neck pain
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Try several remedies for back pain and discover which work for you
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