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The Benefits of Trigger Point Dry Needling for Chronic Pain Relief
Are you experiencing pain associated with conditions like arthritis, nerve irritation, muscular strain, ligament strains and herniated discs? What if I told you there was a quick, easy way to get rid of your pain?
Exploring the Most Popular Physical Therapy Treatments
While physical therapy is often the most effective (and most cost-effective) treatment for your pain, many people are unfamiliar with common treatment techniques and overwhelmed at the thought of seeking PT.
WATCH: A Patient’s First Experience with Dry Needling
Dry Needling can be an incredibly effective method for treating various types of muscle pain, and the best part is that it’s medically sound and virtually pain-free! Watch as a patient at PTSMC Groton experiences Dry Needling for the first time with Partner & Director Steven deCastro.
From Pain to Performance: How Physical Therapy Transforms Running Experience
As the weather warms up and days get longer, many of you will be hitting the road for runs more often and for longer periods of time. Whether you’re a new runner doing a “Couch to 5K” or an experienced road warrior training for your 15th marathon, it’s important to stay attuned to your body.
Transforming Pain Management: The Case for Physical Therapy Over Prescription Meds
Physical therapy is being pointed to more and more as a safe and effective alternative to prescription medication for pain management. In 2016, the CDC noted that PT can help reduce pain and improve function for those suffering from hip or knee osteoarthritis, low back pain and fibromyalgia.
Swinging Into Trouble: 10 Mistakes Every Golfer Makes (and How to Fix Them)
Golfing is a great way to enjoy the outdoors this summer, and Connecticut has no shortage of scenic courses. Here are five things to watch out for when teeing off this summer in order to prevent injury and optimize your game:
PTSMC Patient Success – Hip Therapy Allows John C. to Scale Mountains
Stories like this one from John C., who came into PT for Life in Southbury to help rehab his hip, motivate us to do better every single day. John highlighted various exercises and dry needling as the main beneficial aspects of his treatment.
Tom Brady’s Pliability Principle in Injury Prevention: Insights from Physical Therapists
Love him, hate him or begrudgingly respect him, Tom Brady has defied the odds, and his age, to become the most venerated quarterback in NFL history. While NFL players are known for size and strength, Brady swears by a fitness regimen that focuses on “pliability”.
The 8 Exercise Mistakes in the Gym That Put You at Risk for Injury
We all know that working out is essential for maintaining good health, but it’s equally important to consider how you work out. The manner in which you exercise plays a crucial role in ensuring that you get the most benefit from your efforts.
Retraining Your Brain: How Physical Therapists Use Neuroplasticity to Help Patients Overcome Brain Injuries
Our brains are constantly changing and developing. As we age and learn new tasks through experience, our brains create these pathways that allow us to carry out tasks more efficiently – think of them as necessary shortcuts our brains take to save time and energy.