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postpartum dizziness

Postpartum dizziness: Potential causes and treatments

Pregnancy and childbirth is often an exciting journey. However, giving birth is a physically intense process that can leave you weak and fatigued. You may feel several lasting side effects,...

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How long should you use cold therapy after surgery?

After surgery, you will need help managing the pain and may eventually be asked to go to physical therapy to regain your strength and mobility. Cold therapy is a time-tested...

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8 expert suggestions for managing postpartum foot pain

Pregnancy and childbirth can take a toll on your body. After completing a pregnancy, you may feel several lasting side effects. One of the most common is postpartum foot pain....

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Knee popping after ACL surgery? Learn why & what to do about it

ACL surgery is a common procedure for knee injuries. After all, the knee joint is prone to injury, especially if you play high-impact sports. Your ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament,...

ankle pain at night

Have ankle pain at night? Here are some possible causes

Ankle pain keeping you up at night? Here are a few possible explanations for your discomfort and some tips on how to manage your pain....
hip bursitis recovery time

Hip bursitis recovery can be faster thanks to 2 exercises

A study showed that about 2 out of every 1,000 people develop hip bursitis every year. Hip bursitis is a painful condition caused by inflamed bursae, which are fluid-filled sacs...

how to relieve muscle spasms in the neck and shoulder

How to relieve muscle spasms in the neck and shoulder at home using things you learned in PT

If you’ve had a muscle spasm before, you know how painful it can be and why most people do their best to avoid them. On average, about 60% of adults...

why do my ankles hurt when i wake up

Why do my ankles hurt so much when I wake up in the morning?

Ankle pain is extremely common. Research estimates that 1 in 5 people will experience pain in their ankles at some point in their lives. Pain in your ankle when you...

thumb arthritis test

What will a physical therapist do during a thumb arthritis test?

Thumb arthritis occurs when the cartilage carpometacarpal (CMC) joint ages and wears down. This kind of arthritis is fairly common, especially in older people. It cannot be cured, but it...