The ability to use tools to accomplish tasks is something many of us use every day. From the stone tools humans first built 2.6 million years ago to the smartphones we use today, our tools help us do extraordinary and ordinary things. Physical therapists often use tools to help their patients; one type of physical
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April 19th, 2021How long does a stiff neck last?
April 12th, 2021A stiff neck can lead to soreness and decreased flexibility that can make something as simple as turning your head difficult. It can also be hard to tell how long a stiff neck will last. In some cases, it might last for a day or two. For other people, their stiffness could last for weeks
Three tendon injuries that can cause elbow pain when you’re bending your arm
April 5th, 2021How would you react if you felt elbow pain every time you were bending your arm to drink something? Would you just deal with the pain? Or, would you try to figure out what was causing it and treat it? For those who would take the latter course, working with a physical therapist can be