Due to hurricane damage, the Havelock location is closed until further notice. Havelock therapists Hannah Zhang, Sarah Hall and Judy Hickes are available to see patients at the New Bern location. Please call the New Bern location at (252) 636-9800 to discuss your care.

Post Traumatic Osteoarthritis Hip

Can physical therapy help people with post-traumatic hip osteoarthritis?

January 10th, 2022

You might not be aware of it at the time, but hip injuries can lead to other issues later. An injury such as a fracture, for instance, can lead to post-traumatic hip osteoarthritis. This condition happens when the cartilage in the hip is damaged. This can cause the hip joint bones to rub against one

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Arthritis Pain Management

Three stretches that physical therapists use for knee arthritis pain management

May 3rd, 2021

Finding effective ways to manage knee arthritis pain is a goal for every person with this condition. However, managing your pain can be much harder if you aren’t stretching the muscles that move and support your knees.  Knee arthritis is one of the most common types of arthritis. It’s estimated that about 10% of men

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Pain in Hands and Fingers Not Arthritis

How do I know the pain in my hands and fingers is not arthritis related?

March 1st, 2021

Answering this question isn’t always easy, but there are certain signs you can look for that may indicate that the pain in your hands and fingers is not osteoarthritis.  Hand and finger pain is a common issue around the world — it’s estimated that up to 26% of the general population experiences hand or wrist

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