Did you know that over 54 million American adults have arthritis? This is, indeed, a very common disease, and it can cause quite a lot of pain and discomfort. In severe cases, it can have an even bigger impact on one’s quality of life, limiting their ability to do regular day-to-day activities and to keep […]
Why is Goal Setting important for patients with chronic pain? Whether your pain is caused by chemotherapy, surgery, Lymphedema, Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, or an injury- pain is a pain! New Year’s Resolutions for patient’s with chronic pain can seem overwhelming. If you experience pain, goal setting is a crucial part in restoring a sense of order, […]
Pain after Breast Cancer: Costocondritis Is pain after breast cancer normal? The answer to this question is often vague. For many women, pain is a normal part of recovery after breast cancer treatment. But for some women, persistent pain after breast cancer may be due to costocondritis. Costrocondritis can be difficult to diagnose and, because […]
Rehabilitation after Amputation Loss of a limb produces a permanent disability that can impact a patient’s self-image, self-care, and mobility (movement). Rehabilitation of the patient with an amputation begins after surgery during the acute treatment phase. As the patient’s condition improves, a more extensive rehabilitation program is often started. The success of rehabilitation depends on […]
5 Tips from Occupational Therapy to Help Manage Your Arthritis July is Arthritis Awareness Month and occupational therapy can help preserve your joints and manage your pain. How can occupational therapists help? Occupational therapists can teach you how to reduce strain on your joints during daily activities. They can show you how to modify your […]
5 Tips from Physical Therapy to Help Manage Your Arthritis July is Arthritis Awareness Month and physical therapy helps manage arthritis pain and flexibility. How can physical therapists help? Physical therapists can provide you with specific exercises designed to preserve the mobility, strength, and use of your joints. Physical therapists can teach you the proper body […]