3 Must-Try Balance Boosters! Did you know that one of the number one predictors of falls is having a fear of falling? It may seem surprising, but it’s true! Many patients visit us feeling unsteady or imbalanced and afraid of falling. Some have even experience injuries due to falls, while others worry about the consequence…
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy? Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy (PT) directed at treating pain, weakness, and/or dysfunction associated with the muscles within and around the pelvis (especially the pelvic floor). Currently, pelvic floor therapy is offered exclusively by Genevieve…
Using Dry Needling for Pain By Genevieve Afan, PT, DPT AzOPT Buckeye Doctor of Physical Therapy What is Dry Needling? Dry needling is a technique used by physical therapists who successfully complete a certification process. It is a treatment rooted in Western medicine, unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in Eastern medicine. Dry needling uses acupuncture…
Techniques for Managing Neck Pain and Headaches by Genevieve Jenkins, DPT AzOPT Buckeye Physical Therapist Wake up with a kink in your neck? Feeling a little tense in your neck and shoulders after a long day? You are not alone. Even as physical therapists, we’ve all had our share of neck pain and headaches. Here…
What Plumbers and Physical Therapists Share in Common By Genevieve Jenkins, DPT AZOPT Buckeye Doctor of Physical Therapy What do plumbers and physical therapists have in common? They can both fix leaks! While a plumber would be best employed for household leaks, a physical therapist can help you address a different kind of leak referred…
