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Physical Therapy for Foot Pain     If you are looking for a non-invasive first step in the treatment of foot pain, physical therapy exercises are a great option. Patients are often surprised by what anti-inflammatory medications and physical therapy exercises can do. Of course, there are only certain types of injuries or conditions that [...]

  Why Do I Need Physical Therapy for Hand Pain? If you have suffered a previous hand injury or you are recovering from hand surgery, physical therapy can help to speed up your recovery and protect your hand from future injury. If you are experiencing hand arthritis or general hand pain, a physical therapist can [...]

  If you play soccer and you experience knee pain, swelling, or bruising after injuring yourself, it may be time to seek help from a physical therapist near you.   What are Some Common Injuries for Soccer Players? Because soccer is a sport that involves a lot of running and kicking, most soccer players suffer [...]

  It is tennis season, and that means many unwanted injuries. Luckily, there are simple steps you can take to help reduce your risk of developing an injury this season.   What Injuries are Common in Tennis Players?   How Can I Prevent Tennis Injuries? Warm Up Before your practice or game, you should always [...]

5 Exercises to Increase Hip Mobility As we age, mobility can be a major cause for concern among patients. Staying active can be one of the most beneficial ways to increase your mobility. If you are struggling with mobility, particularly in the hips, physical therapy could be a helpful tool for you. There are a [...]

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is a hot topic in the health and fitness space. Though this type of physical therapy has been around for quite some time, women are now understanding the importance of strengthening their pelvic floor especially before / after childbirth.  What is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy? This specialized form of physical therapy [...]

  Massage therapy has various mental and physical benefits and it can benefit everyone! Learn 10 common benefits of massage therapy.   1. It Lowers Inflammation in the Joints If you are someone who suffers from joint pain, massage can be a great way to relieve some of that pain. Be sure to tell your [...]

Tearing your ACL is a devastating injury. It is one of the longest recovery times of any orthopedic injury, and it is never a straight line to recovery. However, if you work with the right medical professionals, they can get you back to a full recovery! Especially for our high-level athletes, their main concern is [...]

Your doctor will talk to you about how to physically get better after an injury, but few talk about the mental health challenges that come with it. Being injured takes a toll on the body and mind. The more you are aware of the physical and mental demands it takes, the easier it will be [...]

  Shoulder pain is a common reason that patients come to see us at MPower Physical Therapy. Shoulder pain is common amongst athletes and people who work physically demanding jobs. Luckily many shoulder injuries can be treated with physical therapy!   What Type of Shoulder Injury do I Have? If you are suffering from shoulder [...]