Did you know that the shoulder is the most flexible joint in the human body? While the shoulder’s extreme mobility allows folks to use their arms in amazing functional ways, it also poses the threat of injury. Let’s talk about the common conditions that can create pain in the shoulder: Tendonitis Tendonitis is inflammation in […]
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Having body awareness is one of the best ways that we can stay healthy. Having “awareness” refers to knowing what your body feels like at your “normal” (hopefully good) state, so you know the difference when something isn’t right. At the end of the day, no matter how many years someone goes to Med School, […]
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The rotator cuff is a set of four small muscles in the shoulder that allow the upper arm to rotate. Injuries to the rotator cuff are found if a person has an accident or does heavy lifting, or can be from normal wear-and-tear and repetitive activities over many years. When the muscles completely tear, it’s […]
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You might think of stretching, exercising, massage therapy? You might think of areas of the body like your neck, or your knee… But did you know that physical therapy can also treat digestive conditions? This may surprise you, but physical therapy can also be used to treat certain digestive issues. The first stop should be […]
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Everything is more fun on the beach, especially playing games with your friends and family. Beach volleyball is played by millions of Americans every year, whether it be part of an integral team, a competitive club team, or just for fun. And yes, while we know everything is more fun on the beach, playing volleyball […]
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Florida is a desirable place to be – it is “the Sunshine State”, after all. Whether it be snow birds flocking down to escape the cold, tourists, or the approximate 1,218 people moving to Florida every day, more people = more cars. With roadways more congested, we have consequently seen an increase in accidents as […]
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Pickleball is back, baby! We hoped it would happen, and indeed the day has come. But with the return of the sport comes the return of risk for injury. How can you warm up for pickleball (and cool down) to prevent pain or physical trauma? We’re here to tell you. Some of the most commonly […]
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You might think of stretching, exercising, massage therapy? You might think of areas of the body like your neck, or your knee… But did you know that physical therapy can also treat digestive conditions? This may surprise you, but physical therapy can also be used to treat certain digestive issues. The first stop should be […]
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Did you know? According to a study conducted by Georgetown University, nearly 65 million Americans reported back pain to their doctors, and back pain was reported to be the leading cause of work-loss days and work-limitations. Yikes! So many of us sit behind a desk, hunched over our keyboards and laptops, take the long drive […]
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So you’ve been in an accident, or had a fall. Maybe there was no incident and you have been experiencing chronic pain for years; what next? Let’s take a look at the timeline of care when going to see a professional, licensed chiropractor… At MedAmerica Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Deerfield Beach, you start off […]
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