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Learn about common pain-causing health conditions, their progression paths, their causes, and effective treatment options. Our blog offers valuable information to people who experience pain and anyone who wishes to learn more about long-lasting, safe, and noninvasive treatments.
These articles also explain how Superior Physical Therapy addresses these common health problems through an innovative approach called the Superior Method. This approach aims to accurately identify the underlying cause of pain in order to develop a more tailored and collaborative treatment plan.
Bypassing Insurance Can Save You Time and Money Are you tired of jumping through insurance hoops just to get the physical therapy you need? Pre-authorizations, claim denials, surprise bills—it’s enough to make anyone want to scream. But what if...
Functional Strategies for Runner's Knee Runner's knee, including conditions like patellofemoral pain syndrome, is more than just a symptom; it's a cry for help from a body part caught in a complex biomechanical chain. The knee, often misconceived as...
Dynamic Stretching vs. Static Stretching for Runners: Benefits and When to Use Each Stretching is a staple in nearly every runner’s routine—but not all stretching is created equal. While some runners swear by their pre-run toe touches, others opt...
Rehabilitation Techniques for Runners: From Injury Back to Peak Performance Injuries are an unfortunate part of many runners' journeys — whether it’s shin splints, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, or Achilles tendinitis. But an injury doesn’t have to mark...
The Role of Footwear in Running Performance and Injury Prevention When it comes to running, few elements are as essential—or as frequently underestimated—as footwear. While dedication, training, and recovery are all crucial components of a runner’s success, the right...
Running Smarter: Preventing Common Injuries with Biomechanics and Functional Movement Running is one of the simplest and most rewarding forms of exercise — all you need is a good pair of shoes and the open road. But for many...
Functional Therapy for Healing Plantar Fasciitis: A Permanent Solution with Applied Functional Science If you've ever experienced a sharp, stabbing pain in the heel during your first steps out of bed or after a long day on your feet,...
Functional Therapy for Healing Achilles Tendonitis: A Lasting Solution Through Applied Functional Science Achilles tendonitis can feel like a cruel irony for active individuals—especially runners, walkers, and athletes who rely on every stride. That sharp pain or nagging stiffness in...
Integrating Mind-Body Techniques into Back Pain Management Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical help—and one of the most frustrating to manage, especially when it becomes chronic. Traditional physical therapy often focuses on strengthening...
Understanding the Biomechanics of Back Pain: A Physical Therapist's Perspective Back pain is one of the most frequent reasons people seek medical care, and it often seems to strike without warning—whether you're lifting something heavy, sitting too long, or...
The Role of Posture and Ergonomics in Preventing and Treating Back Pain Back pain has become a modern epidemic—especially in an age when so many of us spend hours sitting at desks, working on computers, or lounging with mobile...
Beyond the Basics: Innovative Physical Therapy Techniques for Chronic Back Pain Chronic back pain is one of the most common—and frustrating—conditions affecting adults today. Whether it stems from a past injury, poor posture, degenerative changes, or lifestyle factors, ongoing...
Bypassing Insurance Can Save You Time and Money Are you tired of jumping through insurance hoops just to get the physical therapy you need? Pre-authorizations, claim denials, surprise bills—it’s enough to make anyone want to scream. But what if...
Functional Strategies for Runner's Knee Runner's knee, including conditions like patellofemoral pain syndrome, is more than just a symptom; it's a cry for help from a body part caught in a complex biomechanical chain. The knee, often misconceived as...
Dynamic Stretching vs. Static Stretching for Runners: Benefits and When to Use Each Stretching is a staple in nearly every runner’s routine—but not all stretching is created equal. While some runners swear by their pre-run toe touches, others opt...
Rehabilitation Techniques for Runners: From Injury Back to Peak Performance Injuries are an unfortunate part of many runners' journeys — whether it’s shin splints, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, or Achilles tendinitis. But an injury doesn’t have to mark...
The Role of Footwear in Running Performance and Injury Prevention When it comes to running, few elements are as essential—or as frequently underestimated—as footwear. While dedication, training, and recovery are all crucial components of a runner’s success, the right...
Running Smarter: Preventing Common Injuries with Biomechanics and Functional Movement Running is one of the simplest and most rewarding forms of exercise — all you need is a good pair of shoes and the open road. But for many...
Functional Therapy for Healing Plantar Fasciitis: A Permanent Solution with Applied Functional Science If you've ever experienced a sharp, stabbing pain in the heel during your first steps out of bed or after a long day on your feet,...
Functional Therapy for Healing Achilles Tendonitis: A Lasting Solution Through Applied Functional Science Achilles tendonitis can feel like a cruel irony for active individuals—especially runners, walkers, and athletes who rely on every stride. That sharp pain or nagging stiffness in...
Integrating Mind-Body Techniques into Back Pain Management Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical help—and one of the most frustrating to manage, especially when it becomes chronic. Traditional physical therapy often focuses on strengthening...
Understanding the Biomechanics of Back Pain: A Physical Therapist's Perspective Back pain is one of the most frequent reasons people seek medical care, and it often seems to strike without warning—whether you're lifting something heavy, sitting too long, or...
The Role of Posture and Ergonomics in Preventing and Treating Back Pain Back pain has become a modern epidemic—especially in an age when so many of us spend hours sitting at desks, working on computers, or lounging with mobile...
Beyond the Basics: Innovative Physical Therapy Techniques for Chronic Back Pain Chronic back pain is one of the most common—and frustrating—conditions affecting adults today. Whether it stems from a past injury, poor posture, degenerative changes, or lifestyle factors, ongoing...
