How to Treat Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis has been found to affect nearly 20% of Americans at some point in their lives, with women being more susceptible than men. Most Plantar Fasciitis cases occur due to overuse or improper training habits, but it can also be hereditary. In... Read More
Hip Bursitis: Why You Need Physical Therapy
Hip bursitis is a painful condition of the hip musculature that can be very painful to walk or stand on. It’s caused by a buildup of fluid in the hip bursa, a small saclike pouch between the side of your hip and thigh muscles. Hip bursitis is most... Read More
How Physical Therapy Can Help a Soft Tissue Injury
Soft tissue injuries result from muscle, ligament, or tendon trauma. They can occur anywhere in your body—from the top of your head down to your toes—but they’re most common in less-visible areas like your hips and knees. Twin Boro Physical... Read More
Arthritis: 5 Signs You Need a Physical Therapist
Arthritis can affect anyone, but it doesn’t have to severely restrict your activities. If you’re in pain and stiff, it’s important to get help as soon as possible; there are many different types of arthritis, each requiring unique treatment.... Read More
How Neurological Rehabilitation Can Help Prevent Loss of Function
Each year, an estimated 1.7 million people sustain a traumatic brain injury in the United States, with about 75 percent experiencing concussions or other mild forms of head trauma. Neurological rehabilitation is a therapy designed to help individuals... Read More
Most Common Injuries for Hockey Players
Hockey is a sport individuals of all ages participate. It, like all other sports, is a sport with risk of injury. Hockey players are at a higher risk for certain injuries than other athletes because hockey involves changing direction while skating and... Read More
4 Common Football Injuries Treated at Twin Boro
Did you know that injuries from sports and recreation exceed 8.6 million per year in the United States? Football is a physically demanding sport, and players are constantly running, jumping, and tackling each other at high speeds. As a result, football... Read More
5 Benefits of Physical Therapy for Basketball Injuries
Research shows that athletes are more prone to injury with increased training, gameplay, and competition. Basketball players experience a lot of strain on the body due to the nature of the sport and its demanding requirements. Basketball is an explosive... Read More
How Physical Therapy Can Improve Sports Performance
A survey of patients seeking drug-free pain relief found that 41% were most likely to choose sports physical therapy as an alternative treatment. Physical therapy is much more than just treatment for people who are injured. Sports performance can be a... Read More
