Physical Therapy articles related to good health

 INTRODUCTION: Back pain is one of the most common problem an individual faces in  his/her life,8 out of 10 person during his whole life span suffers  through back pain conditions .It is the sixth most costly condition in  USA ,each year Americans spend $50 billion on healthcare expenses  due to back pain. so it should not be underestimate in a casual way  and always taken seriously whether it is mild, moderate or severe  back pain. Approximately 29% physicians prescribe opioids for  treatment of back pain. In this article you would gain information  regarding back pain and its Physical therapy treatment. You must visit a physical therapist as soon as the symptoms begin  and should be evaluated and diagnosed by the therapist, the more late  you come the more difficult it would be to overcome back pain and  get instant result. One must keep patience and trust the process of  therapist. Physical therapy is a natural form of...

 Introduction:  Chest Physiotherapy or Physical therapy is a manual technique  performed by the therapist in which mucus is drained from the lungs  (breathing) passage and thereby improving the breathing pattern, this  technique includes Percussion, Vibration, Deep Breathing, and  Huffing or Coughing. Quick instant results were obtained in  respiratory problems such as COPD(chronic obstructive pulmonary  disease) Pulmonary effusion, lung abscess, bronchiectasis, and many  more Indication ( when given chest PT)  (Who needs chest PT) It is given for those patients in whom cough is insufficient to clear  thick, tenacious, or localized secretions, some examples are as follows 1. Pneumonia 2. Cystic fibrosis 3. COPD chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 4. Atelectasis 5. Bronchiectasis 6. Lung abscess 7. Decreased lung volume 8. Tracheotomy  Aims of Physiotherapy or Physical therapy: The aim of physical therapy for respiratory dysf...

 Introduction: Plantar Fasciitis a common condition characterized by stabbing pain  in the heel and bottom of the foot, can be debilitating. This pain is  often the result of damage to the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that  connects the heel to the toes. The American Academy of Family Physicians estimates that 10% of  the U.S. population will experience plantar fasciitis at some  poin t .  Many of them opt for physical therapy as part of their plantar  fasciitis treatment. Plantar fasciitis can lead to a person experiencing “decreased  strength and tolerance for weight-bearing movement due to weeks  or months of having to limit their activity,”  “Working with a  physical therapist to help rebuild strength and activity tolerance in a  gradual, structured way can make a big difference. In addition to connecting your heel to your toes, the plantar fascia  also supports the foot arch. Plantar fascia supports activiti...

Introduction:  Looking at 270 Studies With 15827 participants between 1990 and 2023,researchers discovered that the Most Significant Change in Blood Pressure readings came from those engaging in Isometric Exercises. What is Normal Blood Pressure ? The normal blood pressure range for most adults is typically around  120/80 mmHg   .  However, what’s considered optimal may vary depending on factors such as age, gender, and underlying health conditions .  It’s important to check your blood pressure regularly and discuss with your physical therapist and  what range is best for you.   If your blood pressure consistently falls outside the recommended range, you may need to take steps to manage it through lifestyle changes or medication. Americans affected by Hypertension According to the  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , nearly  half of adults  in the United States have hypertension, which is defined as a systolic blood pressu...