by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Nov 5, 2015 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Health Conditions, Hip, Knee & Leg, Spine & Neck |
Tid Bits of Info Effusion in a joint with the presence of blood is a Hemarthrosis. NSAIDs or Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs can help to reduce swelling. Swelling is often the “root” cause of the pain of an injury. There are proteins that are part of...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Mar 12, 2015 | Hand & Wrist |
Tid Bits of Info People ages 15-40 suffer from the most ganglion cysts and women are the most commonly effected. Ganglion cysts are not cancerous. Ganglion cysts usually pose no health issues and are best left alone. Don’t try to “smash” a ganglion cyst...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Feb 5, 2015 | Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist |
Tid Bits of Info Raynaud’s occurs secondary to spasm of blood vessels but there is usually no known cause. No blood tests are available for a definitive diagnosis of Raynaud’s. Women are more commonly effected by Raynaud’s. Raynaud’s disease is rarely...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jan 15, 2015 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Health Conditions, Hip, Knee & Leg, Spine & Neck |
Tid Bits of Info 1 out of 3 people 65 years old and older will fall. Hip fractures from falling: 25% recover fully, 40% require a stay in a nursing home, 50% are dependent on a cane or walker and 20% die within 1 year. There are many physical treatments for...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Nov 6, 2014 | Hand & Wrist |
Tid Bits of Info Trigger finger effects woman more than men and usually between the ages of 40 – 60 years old. Using ice, gentle stretching and massage to the nodule can usually reduce the symptoms significantly. If you have a trigger finger, attempt to move...
by ACE Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Institute | Jul 31, 2014 | Arm, Elbow & Shoulder, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, Hip, Knee & Leg |
Tid Bits of Info Clean all cuts or breaks in the skin diligently regardless of their size. If the damaged skin has a red, swollen, hot and glossy appearance seek medical attention immediately. Cellulitis that is not treated can progress to a systemic...
