Feb10th 2024Each of your sciatic nerves runs down each leg from either side of your lower back. As a result, shooting pain on one side is a characteristic indicator of sciatica pain. While compression of one of your sciatic nerves can be excruciating, it doesn’t necessarily necessitate medical intervention, yet sometimes physical therapy is your best
Nov10th 2023Finding ways to stay active can be difficult regardless of your weekly schedule, but when your nine-to-five grind means sitting at a desk for 40+ hours every week, the idea of developing an active lifestyle can seem almost laughably unachievable! On average, most of us spend eight hours a day at a desk, two hours
Jul20th 2021Few problems can render a person’s ability to move and fulfill basic needs inept like chronic back pain. Back pain can often become more than you can manage on your own. It can create several challenges for families, friends, and health providers. While many traditional treatment methods rely on the use of medications and even
Jul10th 2021Physical therapy is used to treat any shoulder injuries, workplace injury, or musculoskeletal condition you may be experiencing. It is a natural, safe, and effective way to treat both acute and chronic pain. One of the most common reasons people seek the help of a physical therapist is to manage chronic shoulder pain. There are
Jun10th 2021Although some of us dread getting older, there are so many things to look forward to with age, such as spending more time with loved ones, watching your family grow, and experiencing new things. But if you’re in your fifth, sixth, or seventh, decade, you might start to notice aches, pains, and other issues making
May10th 2020You probably already know there are a ton of different factors that contribute to maintaining your health. Getting a full night’s rest, staying hydrated during the day, and eating well-balanced meals are the most commonly shared tips when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, maintaining your heart health and nervous system. However, this is
Aug20th 2019Millions of individuals live with varying degrees of pain while also experiencing limited amounts of energy. There are several quick and effective ways you can increase your energy levels while reducing pain. Incorporating physical therapy into your regular routine is one way to limit pain. Contact Dresher Physical Therapy today for more information regarding the
Feb20th 2019Too many of us have an all-or-nothing attitude when it comes to staying fit. We’re too “slammed” at work for the gym, or our kids’ activities are keeping us in the car — and off the track — for long hours. Yet, there are a few basic elements you can add into your daily life
by Pam White, PT, DPT Sciatica: Sciatica is a symptom not a condition. Sciatica is an irritation of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve runs down the back of the thigh to the bottom of the foot. This irritation is most likely caused by a problem in your low back. Disc bulge: A bulging disc
by Pam White, PT, DPT Bursitis: A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that prevents muscles or tendons from rubbing on bony prominences. We have bursa in various parts of our bodies including the hip, knee, elbow, and shoulder. Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa and is usually caused by an overuse injury. Frozen shoulder: Frozen
