A Physical Therapist's Guide to Common Injuries

Diagnosis and Treatment of Achilles Tendonitis

by Danielle2020 | Oct 27, 2021 | A Physical Therapist's Guide to Common Injuries

Achilles Tendonitis Achilles Tendonitis is a condition that occurs when the Achilles Tendon, the large tendon that runs down the back of your lower leg, becomes...

Whiplash

by Danielle2020 | Apr 12, 2021 | A Physical Therapist's Guide to Common Injuries

Whiplash-Your pain explained! What is Whiplash? Whiplash is caused when your head is forcefully moved, such as in a car accident, backward then forward. This quick...

Meniscus Tear

by Danielle2020 | Mar 9, 2021 | A Physical Therapist's Guide to Common Injuries

Meniscus Tear Meniscus tears are the most common injury treated in the knee joint. While some tears require surgery to restore function, some do very well...

Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

by Danielle2020 | Feb 2, 2021 | A Physical Therapist's Guide to Common Injuries

What is Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy? The rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles/tendons that form a ‘cuff’ at the shoulder joint and work together to stabilize and...

Diagnosis and Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis

by Danielle2020 | Nov 10, 2020 | A Physical Therapist's Guide to Common Injuries

What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis is when the band of tissue connecting your heel bone to your toes becomes inflamed. It is commonly noticed first thing in...

Sacroiliac Joint Pain

by Danielle2020 | Oct 27, 2020 | A Physical Therapist's Guide to Common Injuries

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction What is it? The sacroiliac joint (SI joint) is the joint connecting the sacrum (triangle bone between the lower back and tailbone) and...