Physical Therapy Blog

Physical therapy is a highly effective treatment method for many conditions, including chronic pain, injury, and disabilities. However, many myths and misconceptions surround this field, leading to confusion and apprehension among patients. It’s important to dispel these myths before beginning treatment so you can go in with an open mind. We promptly answer any questions our patients have at EW Motion Therapy and explain each decision we make in their treatment process. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on as we explore some of the most common myths about physical therapy and provide tips on finding the best physical therapist. 

Neck and shoulder pain is all too common and can result from poor posture or overuse. But if your pain is accompanied by numbness and tingling, one of the conditions you might be experiencing is thoracic outlet syndrome. While the condition sounds scary, conservative treatment options exist for mild to moderate cases, with physical therapy often being the first line of defense. Our team of experts at EW Motion Therapy can evaluate your symptoms and create a personalized treatment plan to relieve pain and help you move better. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on to learn what thoracic outlet syndrome is, the effects of the condition, and your treatment options. 

Lower back pain is a common problem affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. It can be caused by a variety of factors and can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. Although the condition can be a minor side effect of daily stress, it could point to a deeper issue. This is why physical therapy can be an excellent treatment option for anyone with lower back pain. Even if the condition is minor, it can still be a nuisance and a barrier to healthy movement, which physical therapists specialize in treating. Our team of experts at EW Motion Therapy can assess your movement and daily activities and create a customized treatment plan to address your needs and goals. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on to learn about the anatomy of the lower back, why lower back pain is so common, the potential causes of lower back pain, and how physical therapy can help.

When you’re stressed, treating yourself to a massage could feel wonderful. It’s a great solution to relieve stress and work out tension in your body. You could even add hot stones or aromatherapy, but a massage can provide instant relief even at its most basic level. While tension relief is obvious, other physical and mental health benefits of massages are essential to know. Our physical therapists at EW Motion Therapy do individual BodyWork sessions to relieve tension and pain for anyone. Even if you decide our services don’t fit your needs, you can still read on for our discussion of how massage therapy can benefit your physical and mental health. 

When looking for a physical therapy doctorate program, it can be challenging to narrow down your options. You must consider the program’s cost, location, credentials, and other factors. With so many choices of well-ranked schools in our state, how do you decide which one to attend to start your physical therapy career?  

March Madness is a thrilling time for basketball fans everywhere, but it can also be a dangerous time for players. Each year, teams of athletes compete for the championship, often pushing their bodies to the limit. Unfortunately, this can lead to serious basketball injuries. While some injuries can be debilitating and even career-ending, some can be prevented and heal quickly with the right treatment. Physical therapy, for example, can be great for injury rehab - our team at EW Motion Therapy focuses on sport-specific programming to get our athletes back in the game. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, we still want to discuss the top 5 basketball injuries related to March Madness and how to prevent them. 

Physical therapists are healthcare professionals who work with patients to improve their physical function and mobility. They help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to regain movement, manage pain, and improve their overall quality of life. But the word “therapist” is in their job title for a reason: an element of personal connection is involved in the profession. To be a successful physical therapist, one must possess several key personality traits. Our physical therapists at EW Motion Therapy prioritize patient connections, especially in their evaluation, so our patients feel seen and heard from day one. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, read on for our discussion of the top 8 personality characteristics a physical therapist needs to have. 

TRX suspension training is an effective, accessible, and versatile exercise program that provides many benefits for people of all fitness levels. TRX suspension training is a great way to build strength, improve mobility, increase cardiovascular endurance, and develop core stability by utilizing adjustable straps and bodyweight exercises. It is a great way to get a full-body workout quickly, but it's also low-impact, and you can do it almost anywhere. Read on to learn more about: 

Think about the last time you were asked to touch your toes. You could probably do it easily when you were a kid, right? That may not be the case if you stopped reading this, stood up, and tried it. You would probably describe the ability to touch your toes as “flexibility,” but you may also use the term “mobility.” While you may have used these terms equally in the past, in reality, they are two different things. So what makes flexibility and mobility different? And why is it so easy to get those terms confused? 

We’ve all heard the “snap, crackle, pop” from the Rice Krispies commercial, but it can often be alarming to hear that sound from your body. Your ankles may pop when you get out of bed in the morning, or you may develop a habit of cracking your knuckles. But what effect does that have on your joints? Are the horror stories true - will you incur permanent damage over time?