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Three physical therapy stretches for tension headaches

Tension headaches are almost an epidemic in the U.S. One article published by the American Medical Association (AMA) reported that 69% of men and 88% of women in this country...

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Why do I have knee pain when walking up stairs?

There are many reasons why you may be experiencing knee pain. When surgery is not required to repair the damage, physical therapy can help relieve the pain. It is also...

recovery time for rotator cuff tear without surgery

Recovery time for a rotator cuff tear that does not need surgery

Rotator cuff tears can be a painful and disruptive injury. This relatively delicate array of muscles is built to withstand the pressure put on it during everyday activities, but strains...

can shoulder pain cause neck pain?

Can shoulder pain cause neck pain?

If you’re experiencing shoulder pain and neck pain, you may be wondering, “Can shoulder pain cause neck pain?” Thanks to the muscles, nerves and other structures the shoulder and neck...

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How electrical stimulation helps in sports injury treatment

You may have heard how effective physical therapy-based sports injury treatment is. However, you may not have heard about how electrical stimulation helps with these treatments. At SSOR, we’re dedicated...

Sports Hernia Surgery

Sporting KC’s Felipe Gutierrez: Sports Hernia Surgery Sporting KC’s stud goal scorer Felipe Gutierrez recently had sports hernia surgery that will leave him out of competition for 2-3 months. In...

Blood Flow Restriction Training

Blood Flow Restriction Training: Is it Worth the “Squeeze?” There are continual innovations in sports medicine. Whether it’s through biologic injections (PRP, stem cells) or advancements in rehabilitation approaches, the...

Patellar Instability: My "Kneecap" Goes Out!

Rehab For Patellar Instability Patellar instability can be a debilitating and frankly, a terrifying condition to deal with because you have no idea when or how the patella will “move...

Does Arnica Work?

Arnica Gel/Cream It seems that we’re hearing more and more people using Arnica for relief of muscle and joint aches and pains. It’s commonly been used as a homeopathic treatment...