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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.
Pelvic Floor Therapists, Dr. Chupka-Fuson & Dr. Patterson Understanding Healing: The Pelvic Floor Process Understanding the Healing Process If you’ve been dealing with pelvic floor problems for a while, it can be hard to imagine a future without...
Pelvic Floor Therapy Means a Bright Future When you’ve been dealing with pelvic floor symptoms (incontinence, pelvic pain, etc.) for months, years, or even decades, it’s easy to start thinking, “This is just how life is now.” Maybe you’ve told...
Why Shoulder Surgery Isn’t Always the Answer: What Research and Clinical Guidelines Say—And What to Do Instead Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints in the world. From rotator cuff tears to impingement and frozen shoulder,...
Key Benefits of Class IV Red Light Laser Therapy Imagine a therapy that’s fast, non-invasive, drug-free—and actually helps your body heal itself. That’s the magic of Class IV Red Light Laser Therapy, one of the most exciting advancements in...
Rotator Cuff Anatomy, Tendinopathy, and the Functional Path to Healing Shoulder pain can be relentless—especially when it starts small and spirals into limited motion, weakness, or even sleepless nights. One of the most common culprits? Rotator cuff tendinopathy. But the...
Class IV Red Light Laser Therapy: Frequently Asked Questions If you’ve been hearing about Class IV Red Light Laser Therapy and wondering what it’s all about—you’re not alone! This exciting and non-invasive treatment is helping people feel better, heal...
Frozen Shoulder: Understanding the Anatomy and the Functional Path to Recovery Stiffness. Pain. Frustration. If you feel like your shoulder is slowly “locking up,” you may be dealing with Frozen Shoulder, also known as Adhesive Capsulitis. It’s a condition...
The Science Behind Class IV Red Light Laser Therapy Class IV Red Light Laser Therapy might sound like something out of science fiction—but it’s very real, incredibly powerful, and changing lives every day. This cutting-edge technology is making waves in...
Shoulder Pain Might Not Be a Shoulder Problem Shoulder pain can be incredibly frustrating. It limits how you work, move, sleep—and live. But here’s something most people (and many treatments) miss: Your shoulder pain might not be caused by...
What is Class IV Red Light Laser Therapy? Welcome to the future of healing! At the forefront of modern wellness and recovery is a groundbreaking modality that’s making waves in physical therapy, sports medicine, and holistic health circles: Class...
4 Myths About Physical Therapy Costs When it comes to physical therapy, misinformation about costs can keep you from getting the care you need. At Superior Physical Therapy, we’re debunking the top five myths about physical therapy costs to...
Membership Plan Helps You Recover Faster When pain strikes—whether it’s a nagging backache or a shoulder injury from the job—you want relief fast. But traditional physical therapy, bogged down by insurance delays and limited sessions, often leaves you stuck...
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...
Back Pain Secrets Revealed Today we're going to talk about the fact that most of the things that people try to find relief for back pain are only altering the symptoms of pain. They don’t heal the body or provide...
Healing Disc Herniations with Applied Functional Science Physical Therapy Disc herniations are a common cause of back pain, often leaving patients feeling limited and desperate for solutions. While traditional treatments like surgery or medication focus primarily on symptoms, Applied...
In Defense of the Lower Back If ever presented with the chance to advocate for a body part in a legal setting, I would unequivocally choose to stand up for the lower back. In the realm of physical well-being, the...
Is Your MRI or X-Ray Misleading You? This is an excerpt from Dr. Andrew Gorecki's very popular book, The Truth about Lower Back Pain. To get your FREE copy visit: https://www.lowbackbook.com/ I want to make it known that...
Why Back Surgeries Fail and Physical Therapy is Often a Better Option Back pain is one of the most common health issues, affecting millions of people worldwide. For some, the pain becomes so debilitating that surgery seems like the...
How to Tell if Your Back Pain Can Heal In 2013 more than 2.3 million patients were hospitalized and almost 10 million patients were treated for low back pain at an emergency department. Include visits to a physician office for...
Understanding Back Pain Injections: A Comprehensive Guide Back pain is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, impacting their quality of life and daily activities. For those seeking relief, back pain injections can be an effective treatment option....
Can Disc Herniations be Healed? Absolutely! Disc herniations can be a common source of discomfort, affecting individuals of various ages. In this article, we'll delve into the anatomy of discs, the causes of disc herniations, and how to identify and...
