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Specialties We Treat
Check out the information provide below about some of the most common musculoskeletal conditions your physical therapist can diagnose and treat with a customized therapy program.
Back and Neck
Neck Conditions Neck Strain or Sprain – This happens when muscles or ligaments in your neck get overstretched, often from poor posture, sudden movements, or sleeping wrong. Herniated Disc (Bulging Disc) – The soft cushion between the bones in your spine (discs) can push out and press on nerves, causing pain, numbness, or tingling in the neck, shoulders, or arms. Whiplash – Common after car accidents, whiplash is when the neck moves back and forth quickly, leading to pain and stiffness. Arthritis (Degenerative Changes) – As we age, the joints in the neck can experience stiffness, pain, and reduced movement. Pinched Nerve (Cervical Radiculopathy) – When a nerve in the neck is squeezed, it can cause pain, tingling, or weakness down the arm. Back Conditions Low Back Pain (General Strain or Sprain) – This is the most common issue, caused by lifting something wrong, bad posture, or muscle imbalances. Herniated or Bulging Disc – Just like in the neck, discs in the lower back can push out and press on nerves, causing pain or sciatica (pain down the leg). Sciatica – This is when the sciatic nerve (running from the lower back down the leg) gets irritated, leading to sharp pain, tingling, or weakness in one leg. Spinal Stenosis – The spaces in the spine narrow, putting pressure on nerves, which can cause pain, numbness, or weakness, especially when walking. Scoliosis – A curve in the spine that can cause pain and posture problems. Arthritis in the Back (Degenerative Disc Disease) – Similar to that in the neck, the lumbar joints over time can experience stiffness, loss of motion, and pain.
Shoulder and Elbow
Shoulder Conditions Rotator Cuff Injury (Strain or Tear) – The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that help move the shoulder. They can get irritated, strained, or torn, leading to pain and weakness, especially when lifting the arm. Subacromial Pain Syndrome (Impingement)– When the shoulder tendons and structures get irritated or inflamed, pain, especially when reaching overhead can result Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) – The shoulder joint becomes stiff and painful, making it hard to move in any direction. This can happen after an injury or for no clear reason. Shoulder Arthritis – Wear and tear on the shoulder joint causes pain, stiffness, and difficulty lifting the arm. Shoulder Dislocation or Instability – When the shoulder joint is loose or has popped out of place, making it feel weak or unstable. Bursitis – The small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) in the shoulder can become inflamed, causing pain and tenderness. Elbow Conditions Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) – Pain on the outside of the elbow, caused by overuse of the forearm muscles, often from repetitive gripping or lifting. Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis) – Pain on the inside of the elbow, also from overuse, but affecting different muscles. Elbow Sprain or Strain – When the muscles or ligaments around the elbow get overstretched, causing pain and swelling. Elbow Arthritis – The cartilage in the elbow joint wears down, leading to stiffness, pain, and trouble bending the arm. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Irritation) – The "funny bone" nerve in the elbow gets compressed, causing tingling, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Post-Surgery Rehab (Elbow or Shoulder Surgery) – After surgeries like a rotator cuff repair or elbow tendon surgery, physical therapy helps restore movement, strength, and function.
Hip and Knee
Hip Conditions Hip Strain or Sprain – When muscles or ligaments around the hip get stretched too much, causing pain and stiffness. Hip Bursitis – The small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the hip joint can become inflamed, leading to pain on the outside of the hip, especially when walking or lying on it. Hip Arthritis – As we age, the cartilage in the hip joint wears down, causing pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving. Hip Labral Tear – The cartilage ring around the hip socket (labrum) can get torn, leading to pain and a clicking or locking feeling in the hip. Hip Impingement (Femoroacetabular Impingement or FAI) – Extra bone growth in the hip joint can cause pinching, pain, and limited movement. Hip Fracture or Post-Surgery Rehab – After a hip fracture or hip replacement, physical therapy helps rebuild strength, balance, and mobility. Knee Conditions Knee Sprain or Strain – When the muscles or ligaments around the knee are overstretched, leading to pain and swelling. ACL, MCL, or Meniscus Injuries – Tears in knee ligaments or cartilage (meniscus) are common in athletes and can cause pain, swelling, and instability. Physical therapy helps with recovery, whether surgery is needed or not. Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome ("Runner's Knee") – Pain in the front of the knee, often from overuse, weak muscles, or poor movement patterns. Knee Arthritis – Wear and tear in the knee joint can cause pain, stiffness, and trouble walking or bending the knee. IT Band Syndrome – The iliotibial (IT) band is a thick tissue on the outside of the thigh that can get tight and irritated, causing knee or hip pain. Post-Surgery Rehab (Knee Replacement, ACL Surgery, etc.) – After knee surgery, physical therapy helps restore movement, strength, and function.
Wrist and Hand
Wrist Conditions Wrist Sprain or Strain – When the ligaments or muscles in the wrist get overstretched, often from falling on your hand or repetitive movement, causing pain and swelling. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – The nerve in the wrist gets squeezed, leading to numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand, especially in the thumb, index, and middle fingers. Wrist Tendonitis (De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis) – Inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, making it painful to grip or move the thumb. Arthritis in the Wrist – Wear and tear on the wrist joint, leading to stiffness, swelling, and pain, especially with movement. Wrist Fracture or Post-Surgery Rehab – After a broken wrist or wrist surgery, physical therapy helps regain movement, strength, and function. Hand & Finger Conditions Trigger Finger – A finger gets stuck in a bent position and may snap when trying to straighten it, caused by irritation of the tendon. Arthritis in the Hand & Fingers – Joint damage from wear and tear or autoimmune conditions, leading to pain, stiffness, and difficulty gripping objects. Dupuytren’s Contracture – Thickened tissue in the palm causes fingers to curl and makes it hard to straighten them. Nerve Injuries (Ulnar, Median, or Radial Nerve Issues) – When a nerve in the hand is irritated or compressed, leading to weakness, numbness, or tingling in the fingers. Hand Fracture or Post-Surgery Rehab – After a broken hand or finger surgery, physical therapy helps restore movement, grip strength, and coordination.
Ankle and Foot
Ankle Conditions Ankle Sprain – This happens when the ligaments in the ankle get stretched or torn, usually from twisting the ankle. It causes swelling, pain, and trouble walking. Achilles Tendonitis or Tear – The Achilles tendon (the big tendon at the back of the ankle) can become irritated from overuse or even tear, making it painful to walk or push off the foot. Ankle Fracture or Post-Surgery Rehab – If you break your ankle or have surgery, physical therapy helps restore movement, strength, and balance. Ankle Arthritis – Wear and tear in the ankle joint leads to stiffness, pain, and trouble walking. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome – Similar to carpal tunnel in the wrist, a nerve in the ankle can get compressed, causing numbness, tingling, or pain in the foot. Foot Conditions Plantar Fasciitis – The thick band of tissue on the bottom of the foot (plantar fascia) gets irritated, causing heel pain, especially in the morning or after sitting. Heel Spurs – Extra bone growth on the heel that can cause pain when walking. Flat Feet (Overpronation) – When the arches in the feet collapse too much, it can lead to foot pain and problems in the ankles, knees, or hips. High Arches (Pes Cavus) – Having overly high arches can cause foot pain and balance issues. Metatarsalgia – Pain in the ball of the foot, often from too much pressure or wearing unsupportive shoes. Bunions – A bump on the side of the big toe caused by misalignment of the foot bones, leading to pain and difficulty wearing shoes. Morton’s Neuroma – A thickened nerve in the foot, usually between the toes, causing burning pain or numbness. Stress Fractures – Small cracks in the foot bones from repetitive stress, common in runners and athletes.