Walking down to the mailbox. Standing at the stove to cook dinner. Staying upright in the shower. All these common daily activities can be much harder to do if you have stiff and achy ankles. It’s estimated that up to 15% of the adult population develops ankle pain in their lifetime. In many cases, such
If there’s one thing that you can count on a physical therapist introducing into every session, it’s stretching. Yes, building strength and endurance is important. But whether you’re an athlete or someone coping with the aches and pains of aging, increasing your flexibility through stretching is crucial. Read on to learn the top three reasons
Having trouble walking the dog or playing with the grandkids? Do your knees hurt and keep you from working? If you answered yes to these questions, you could be dealing with knee osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis of the knee is a common issue, especially among older Americans. One research study reports that about 10% of men and