Physical therapists can identify the source of pain in the lower back or buttocks that radiates or shoots down the leg. Once they diagnose your sciatica nerve pain, your PT will create a custom treatment plan to address your symptoms.
Anne Jeffery, physical therapist and clinic director at Therapeutic Associates Newberg Physical Therapy, is passionate about helping others improve their quality of life through her role as a PT. An avid outdoor enthusiast, she fills her days off with adventures with her family.
Pain around your kneecap can make everyday tasks difficult and athletic endeavors extremely challenging. A physical therapist can help patients gain an understanding of the symptoms and causes of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, establish a plan for treatment, and share education that supports prevention of future issues.
When functioning normally, the bladder can hold substantial amounts of urine as it fills and then empty when the time is appropriate. However, this is a complex process involving many different body systems and when one is not working properly, there can be many physical as well as psychological consequences.
Do you need a wheelchair to improve your mobility? Our clinic will help walk you through all steps of obtaining a wheelchair including fitting and working with a representative to obtain the chair that suits your needs. How does a fitting work? Wheelchair fittings are completed in clinic and typically...
If you’ve participated in a sport or had to perform a repetitive activity in the past you have dealt with the dreaded tendinitis. Yes, it’s that achy elbow after you had to paint the living room or that sore knee your teenager keeps complaining of after basketball practice. It’s the...
Stop waiting for an injury to react. Learn how movement analysis and preventative physical therapy help you stay active, whether you're an athlete or just starting out.
health and wellness,injury prevention,physical therapy
Is "no pain, no gain" actually good advice? A physical therapist breaks down the difference between productive effort and pain your body is asking you to take seriously.
Just started cycling? Read our guide to avoid common beginner injuries with expert tips on bike fit, strength training, and recovery from licensed physical therapists.
bike fit,Cycling,injury prevention,physical therapy
Knee pain after rides? Stiff neck? Physical therapist Brian Weiderman breaks down the core and hip work that keeps cyclists riding longer and what to do when pain shows up anyway.
Prevent shoulder and elbow injuries in throwing sports with research-backed tips for overhead athletes, including training, warm-ups, and load management.
arm & shoulder,injury prevention,physical therapy,Youth Athletics
