I was working with a patient the other day and thought I might share this story with you. She was a 46 year-old female with complaints of inside-right elbow pain. Her pain developed over a period of about 6 weeks because her big Labrador retriever...

The plantar fascia is a strong connective tissue that originates onthe bottom of the foot at the heel bone and runs along the bottom of the foot inserting into the toes (metatarsal heads). It is one ofthe primary stabilizers of the arch of the...

Turn to Physical Therapy to Treat Osteoarthritis in McHenry, IL Over the last year, the concern about taking non-steroidal antinflammatory medications has left many osteoarthritis sufferers wondering how to manage their pain and disability. Many...

A Tip to Avoid Low-Back Pain in McHenry, IL There are many causes of low back pain, but it is a common belief that mattress firmness causes or perpetuates non-specific low-back pain. You've heard or seen ads that state that you can end your back...

[caption id="attachment_512" align="alignright" width="1600"] Young woman having pain in her elbow[/caption] Treat Tennis Elbow in McHenry, IL Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a dysfunction of the tendons that insert into the lateral...

Don’t Let a Backpack Lead to Back Pain Simple Tips to Avoid Future Back Pain in McHenry, IL Have you seen a child leaning to the left or right to support a heavy backpack on the opposite shoulder? If the load is too heavy it might cause the child...

Proper Techniques to Avoid Back Pain Tips From a Local Back Pain Professional in McHenry, IL Here is a brief summary of low back posture and the rationale behind the current school of thought regarding lifting. The low back, also called the...

How to Treat Shoulder Pain Treat Shoulder Pain Locally in McHenry, IL Twenty-two to 46% of those who see a doctor for shoulder pain report a history of shoulder pain. By nature, shoulder pain is a chronic problem. However, there is hope for those...

Athletics is an important part of growing up. However, with participation in sport there is a risk of injury. Over the last decade there has been an alarming increase in the number of injuries especially in the female, adolescent athlete. Recent...

Many newsletters ago, we reported on balance and falls. You might recall these facts: 1. One in four people that live at home and are over 65 will fall within the next year. 2. Sixty percent of all falls occur in the home. 3. In the senior...