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From Laura Inverarity, D.O., for About.com

Do You Need Physical Therapy?

Tuesday November 29, 2005
Many people wonder if they have a condition that would benefit from physical therapy. Often, if you are thinking it, the answer is yes. The Online Wellness Center ... Read More

Lumbar Strains

Sunday November 27, 2005
A lumbar strain is the result of a stretching injury to the muscles, tendons, or ligaments of the lower back. The micro tears that result cause pain with movement ... Read More

Iliotibial Band Stretches

Wednesday November 23, 2005
The iliotibial band is a thick tendinous fascia that originates on the outside portion of the hip and extends to the lateral aspect of the knee. With activities such as ... Read More

Common Causes of Back Pain

Monday November 21, 2005
If you suffer from back pain, you are far from being alone. Four out of five adults experience the symptoms of low back pain at least once in their lifetime. ... Read More

Scoliosis

Wednesday November 16, 2005
Scoliosis is a medical condition that involves the spine. In scoliosis, there is a lateral curvature of the bones that make up the spinal column. Learn more about ... Read More

Rhematoid Arthritis

Sunday November 13, 2005
Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory condition that affects the joints as well as other organ systems of the body. Rheumatoid arthritis affects women three times more often than males, ... Read More

Water Therapy

Sunday November 6, 2005
Water therapy is a beneficial form of exercise for a variety of patient populations. Learn all about the benefits of water therapy in this profile.

Tendonitis

Sunday November 6, 2005
Tendonitis is a medical condition that refers to inflammation of the tendons. This disorder can affect almost any joint. The most common sites of tendonitis include the shoulder, ... Read More

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy

Wednesday November 2, 2005
Reflex sympathetic dystrophy, or RSD, is a condition that is characterized by pain, tenderness, skin changes, and bone demineralization in an extremity. Reflex sympathetic dystrophy often occurs after trauma ... Read More
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