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Can Physical Therapy Treat Vertigo?
McHenry Physical Therapy Exercises for Vertigo Treatment Feeling like the room is spinning or that you might lose your balance can be unsettling. Vertigo can affect your confidence, your mobility, and even simple daily tasks. The good news is that physical therapy can...
Tips For Avoiding Injury During Fall Cleanup
Tips to Avoid Injury During Fall Leaf and Lawn Cleanup Fall cleanup is a necessary part of home maintenance, but it also poses risks for injuries if proper precautions aren't taken. From raking leaves to lifting heavy bags, the repetitive movements and strenuous...
How To Improve Your Balance With Physical Therapy
How to Improve Your Balance: Essential Tips and Exercises for All Ages Balance is crucial to our daily lives, helping us move safely and confidently. Whether you’re looking to improve your balance for better mobility or you’re concerned about falls as you age,...
How Does Dry Needling Relieve Pain
What Is Dry Needling? Dry needling is a minimally invasive procedure in which practitioners insert ultra‑thin solid needles into muscle trigger points, localized knots, or taut bands known for causing pain and limiting movement. Unlike injections, no medication enters...
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment with Physical Therapy
McHenry Physical Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis Treatment At my McHenry physical therapy clinic, one of the most common causes of heel pain I treat is plantar fasciitis. Whether you're an avid runner, a busy parent, or someone who spends long hours on your feet, this...
How Long Will My Physical Therapy Take?
How Long Will Physical Therapy Take? At our McHenry physical therapy clinic, one of the most common questions I hear is, “How long will physical therapy take?” As a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience, I completely understand the need for clarity and...
What to Wear to Physical Therapy
What Should I Wear to My Physical Therapy Session? As a highly experienced Mchenry physical therapist with over 20 years in the field, I understand that preparing for your physical therapy sessions can bring up many questions, one of the most common being, "What...
Post-Knee Replacement Guide
Knee Replacement Recovery and Physical Therapy Rehabilitation After knee replacement surgery, recovery typically involves physical therapy, gradually increasing activity levels, and potentially requiring assistive devices like a walker or cane for a few...
How Often Do I Need Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique trained healthcare professionals use to relieve pain, release muscle tension, and improve movement. The treatment involves the insertion of thin, sterile needles into specific points within muscles, known as trigger points, or areas of tightness and dysfunction. These needles do not contain medication—hence the term “dry” needling.
Importance of Strength and Endurance Training in Physical Therapy
Understanding Strength and Endurance Strength refers to the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to exert force. Enhancing strength enables you to perform daily activities more efficiently and reduces the risk of injuries. Endurance is the capacity of...