Chronic Low Back PainLow back pain (LBP) is the fifth most common reason for physician visits, which affects nearly 60-80% of people throughout their lifetime. Low back pain that has been present for longer than three months is considered chronic,

The Difference Between Acute and Chronic PainPreviously pain was described using the biomedical model with a reductionist view (i.e. pain was derived from a specific physical pathology). Social, psychological and behavioural mechanisms were dismiss

Lumbar RadiculopathyRadicular pain is often secondary to compression or inflammation of a spinal nerve. When the pain radiates down the back of the leg to the calf or foot, it would in lay terms be described as sciatica. This type of pain is often

How Physical Therapy Helps Ankylosing Spondylitis??Working on posture and range-of-motion exercises with a skilled PT can reduce your pain and other symptoms, keeping you active and enjoying life.Even though medications provide much relief from A

What Is Cervical Radiculopathy?Cervical radiculopathy is the clinical description of when a nerve root in the cervical spine becomes inflamed or damaged, resulting in a change in neurological function. Neurological deficits, such as numbness, alter

Knee painPain in or around the knee that may indicate a condition affecting the knee joint itself or the soft tissue around the knee.COMMON CAUSESKnee pain can have causes that aren't due to underlying disease. Examples include heavy physical a

Recommendations for keeping one’s back healthyFollowing any period of prolonged inactivity, a regimen of low-impact exercises is advised. Speed walking, swimming, or stationary bike riding 30 minutes daily can increase muscle strength and flexibilit

Chronic Pain ExplainedChronic pain is on the rise with an estimated 10-20% of the population reporting chronic or recurrent pain.The factors that predict the development of chronic pain following an acute episode of pain do not relate to any 'bio