What to Do When You Sprain Your Ankle?
An ankle sprain is one of the most common injuries to occur to people. Whether it happens during sports, exercise, or while twisting your ankle while walking, it’s a painful circumstance that sometimes goes without proper care. Disregarded ankle sprains can lead to swelling, chronic pain, recurrent injuries, and further complications. Knowing what to do […]
Understanding Occupational Medicine at Ohio Sports and Spine Institute
You may be wondering what exactly is occupational medicine and how can this type of treatment benefit you. Occupational medicine refers to helping people through work-related injuries and illnesses to get them back into the field as soon as possible. Professionals in this field help employees and employers of differing workplaces improve the health, performance, […]
Can a Chiropractor Help with a Pinched Nerve?
The sharp, intense pain that comes alongside a pinched nerve can be debilitating for many. Pain can radiate through a person’s body, causing numbness or discomfort. This type of pain can occur in any part of the body, but is most commonly experienced in the neck, shoulders, back, or hips. This pain can lead many […]
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Men: What You Should Know
Did you know that women are not the only people who face pelvic floor dysfunction? Many men face symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction, but never seek treatment due to fear of judgment. Let’s break down what pelvic floor dysfunction looks like in men and remedies to help increase quality of life. What is the Pelvic […]
Get Back in the Game After Suffering From a Concussion
Allowing your child to participate in sports is a rewarding experience that teaches them discipline, endurance, teamwork, and more. The fear that most parents share is the possibility of injury. From broken arms and tears to concussions, parents’ worries are valid. At Ohio Sports and Spine, our trusted experts have decades of experience rehabilitating patients […]
Benefits of Massage Therapy for Stress & Anxiety
Everyone experiences stress or anxious thoughts at some moment in their life. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, over 6.8 million adults in the United States are affected by General Anxiety Disorder. Many of these individuals do not know the benefits that massage therapy can have on stress or anxious thoughts. In […]
The Benefits of Physical Therapy During Pregnancy
During pregnancy, women experience many changes to their body. From back pain to muscle tension to pelvic cramps, pregnancy certainly requires adaptation and constant adjustments to ensure mom is as comfortable as possible. The good news is that women can take back their mobility during pregnancy by consulting and exercising with a physical therapist. At […]
Signs, Symptoms, Treatment for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation: What Is It and Who Needs It? By Paige Genova, MOT, OTR-L You may have heard the term “Kegels” before and understood it to be the cure for female pelvic floor issues. However, do you know men also have a pelvic floor? Do you know what your pelvic floor is? Are you […]
Daily Posture Tips and Stretches to Combat Work-From-Home Aches and Pains
By Edward Palestro, DPT Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers have implemented some form of a work-from-home model. Children participating in hybrid learning or online learning have also been spending much of their time at a home work station, sitting in front of a screen. While every home office or work set-up […]
5 Ways to Create Healthy Habits as Holiday Season Approaches
By Jennifer Kalinsky, PTA, BS, ACSM EP-C The holidays will be here before we know it. Soon, we’ll be sitting around the table with family and friends, feasting on hearty meals and enjoying delicious desserts. Our schedules will become consumed with holiday shopping, decking the halls and decorating, celebrating family traditions and attending festive activities. […]
