In today’s fast-paced world, many of us spend a significant amount of time sitting at a desk. Whether we’re working on a computer, studying for exams, or just browsing the internet, it’s easy to lose track of our posture. Poor desk posture can lead to a variety of physical ailments, including back and neck pain, […]
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) are a common and often debilitating condition that affects many individuals in various industries. These injuries are typically caused by repetitive motions, overuse of certain muscles, poor ergonomics, and other factors. Physical therapy is a crucial component in the treatment and recovery process for individuals suffering from RSI. This article aims […]
Whiplash Injuries Whiplash injuries are common outcomes of auto accidents, often resulting in pain, discomfort, and long-term physical limitations for those affected. While medical interventions such as pain medication and rest can provide temporary relief, physical therapy has emerged as an effective long-term solution for managing and recovering from whiplash injuries. In this blog, we […]
As long as the world is turning and spinning, we’re gonna be dizzy and we’re gonna make mistakes Mel Brooks, the famous American actor and filmmaker While many body conditions are the result of some serious trauma, injury or genetic factors, there may be some that result from a lack of physical activity or a […]
Lack of mobility can have detrimental physical and psychological effects. Physical health candeteriorate due to muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and decreased balance and coordination. Thiscan lead to increased risk of falls and injuries, as well as a decline in cardiovascular health and overallfitness. Furthermore, limited mobility can result in feelings of frustration, sadness, and isolation, […]
Physical Therapy is the study of science of movements. It is a healthcare profession that includes different treatment modalities like joint mobilization, electrotherapy, heat therapy, exercises, patient awareness and advice for treating an ailment, deformity or injury. When Should I Go To A Physical Therapist? This is a very common yet important question. If you […]
WHY PHYSICAL THERAPY? To know the benefits of physical therapy, you should get into the details of physical therapy. It is a highly beneficial niche treatment of injury, disorder and disease. Using specific physical methods, it aids in restoring the mobility, function and movement in the affected area. Physical Therapy uses experimented and researched information […]
Physical therapy exercises have a major role to play in the recovery plan for any injury or accident. They are directed towards specific functional objectives. For instance, restoring muscular and skeletal function, increasing circulation, reducing muscle spasms and improving overall strength and well-being. Gone are the days when a patient was told to simply rest. […]
Geriatric Physical Therapy at SV Proactive, Sunnyvale As the body enters old age, it undergoes wear and tear. Geriatric Physical Therapy for Elderly should then be considered, It’s a normal process and happens with everyone but sometimes it leads to pain and disability, causing patients to limited range of motion or all together stop doing […]
Pelvic Floor Therapy: The pelvic floor is made up of layers of muscles and other tissues. These muscles are stretched end to end from the tailbone to the pubic bone. Sometimes these muscles tend to lose their normal control and cause this dysfunction. WHAT CAUSES PELVIC FLOOR DYSFUNCTION? This can be caused by any of […]