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All Therapeutic Associates therapists actively pursue continuing education to remain skilled and knowledgeable in the latest research and treatment techniques. Our Orthopaedic Residents are licensed therapists currently going through TAI’s most comprehensive and intensive advanced education offering, our APTA-accredited Orthopaedic Residency Training Program. In most cases, Residents will reply to your Ask the Experts questions.
Information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, physical therapist, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Upper Back Pain without a Known Injury
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Dear TAI Experts: The upper part of my back is in a lot of pain. Feels like the rib region on the outer of both sides. What could this be? I haven't had any injuries. ... read more »Cracking Neck and Back
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Dear TAI Experts: I have hypermobility, and I have to crack my neck and back A LOT. It cracks easily, but now my upper back has been killing me. Is what I’ve been doing dangerous? I also have scoliosis and I’ve heard cracking your neck can screw your back up with alignment. Help? ... read more »Neck Popping and Cricking
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Dear TAI Experts: When I’m doing physical activities and I move my neck randomly, it will pop or I’ll get a crick in it. It stings badly and it almost feels like its bleeding in the inside of my neck. I tilt my head to the side to try and ease the pain and it goes away in a few minutes. What is this and how can I fix it? ... read more »Damaged Toe Cartilage Slow to Heal
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Dear TAI Experts: My husband ran into the wall and popped the cartilage in his big toe. The doctor said it would take about nine days to heal, but it has been 3 months and it is still hurting him very much. What can we do to help heal it?! We are at a loss. ... read more »- 1
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