Health Blog Category: Health and Wellness
Could Your Back Pain Be Caused by a Herniated Disc?
If you’ve been experiencing back pain, it just may be a herniated disc. A herniated disc can put extra pressure on the muscles and nerves around the spinal column. Symptoms may include, pain on one side of the body, pain that radiates to the arms or legs, aching, burning sensations in the affected area and pain with certain movements.
What is a Herniated Disc?
The spinal column is comprised of a series of bones.
Read full blogImprove Your Overall Health with These 5 Stretching Benefits
Some people think that stretching is an unnecessary part of exercising. The truth is that stretching is a necessary component of exercise. According to physical therapists, stretching is an important part of one’s daily routine, whether you’re exercising or not. Contact Cornerstone Physical Therapy at one of our locations in the Columbus, Ohio area to schedule your appointment!
The 5 Benefits of Stretching
- Stretching specific exercises prior to exercising helps the muscles to achieve maximum range of motion.
Say Goodbye to Your Stress-Related Headaches, Once and for All!
If stress-related headaches are happening so frequently that they are impacting your daily life, it’s time to start thinking about physical therapy for relief. Stress-related headaches, also called tension headaches, are the most common type of headache that impacts people. While they are not as serious as migraines, tension headaches are a sign that something in your body is “off.” A physical therapist can work with you to determine the cause and eliminate stress-related headaches for good.
Read full blogStand Up to Your Back Pain with Physical Therapy Relief
Most Americans will suffer temporary back pain at some point in their lives. When back pain is not temporary, however, it becomes a major quality of life issue. The good news is that you don’t have to live with back pain permanently. Taking a proactive approach like working with a physical therapist can help you find back pain relief at long last. Contact Cornerstone Physical Therapy for more information on how physical therapy can relieve your back pain.
Read full blogTreat Your Back and Neck Pain with Our Advanced PT Methods
Did you know that studies say approximately 90% of people will be plagued by back or neck pain at some point in their lives? While it is a common complaint, it can sometimes be difficult to determine where the pain is originating on your own.
Sometimes pain in one area can travel to another part of the body. For example, if your pain is originating in your back or neck, it can sometimes also be felt in the head, arms, or legs.
Read full blogDid You Know Good Nutrition Helps Relieve Pain and Inflammation?
Are you living with chronic pain or inflammation? If so, there may be a simple solution for you: changing your eating habits. Proper nutrition can play an important role in managing your discomfort. Many people live with chronic pains every day, unaware that simply eating the right foods can actually help them find relief. Maintaining a healthy diet, in addition to frequent exercise and reduced stress, can help alleviate your inflammation and chronic pain. For more information on how nutrition can help you find relief, contact Cornerstone Physical Therapy in Frederick, MD today.
Read full blogHow to Improve Your Balance By Increasing Your Core Strength
The relationship between core strength and balance is something that has been widely discussed within the physical therapy field for several years. Your trunk contains multiple core muscles that work to prevent physically limiting conditions, such as injuries, lower back pain, or balance and gait disorders. When your core is strong, it helps keep you upright and decreases your risk of falling. If you are interested in learning more about how our services can improve your balance, contact Cornerstone Physical Therapy today!
Read full blogImprove Your Health, Strength, and Physical Activity with These 4 Simple Tips!
It’s not always easy to be active. We’ve all been there – letting the dumbbells collect dust in the garage, throwing the yoga mat in the storage closet, constantly walking by the running shoes without a second glance. However, once you get in the habit of being a habit, it becomes much easier. With these 4 simple tips, you can achieve an active lifestyle even with your busy schedule!
1. Trick yourself into exercising.
Read full blogDecrease Your Pain and Increase Your Energy with These 5 Easy Tips
Are you looking for a way to relieve your aches and pains so you can get back to living your life comfortably? If so, our treatment services can greatly benefit you! Our dedicated physical therapists can provide you with the tools you need to decrease your pain and increase your energy, so your daily life will be easier than ever. There are a vast number of conditions Cornerstone Physical Therapy treats, and our main goals are to help you find relief and prevent your likelihood of further pain occurring.
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