For most of us, the workplace is where we spend most of our days, regularly carrying out the tasks that are essential to our current occupation. Unfortunately, certain professions require tasks that include specific motions performed repeatedly on the wrist and hands, which over time can lead to a painful condition called carpal tunnel syndrome […]

As we discussed in our blog a few months ago, back pain is extremely common, as approximately 80% of Americans will experience it to some extent at least once in their lifetime. Though back pain can affect any region of the spine, in most cases the lower back is the area that tends to hurt […]

When you hear the term “arthritis,” the first image that comes to mind may be a frail elderly person who has trouble opening up a jar of pickles or tying their shoes. When most people think of arthritis, they don’t think about kids, but the truth is, anyone of any age can get it, and […]

There are certain areas of the body that just seem to be more prone to pain, and the knees are one of them. Ranking behind back pain, knee pain is actually the second most common musculoskeletal condition in existence, and it’s the single greatest cause for disability in the population aged 65 and older. This […]

You may not know it, but the shape of your spine has a natural curve. If you were to look at it from the side, you would notice a few of them, which cause it to look something like the letter “S.” This type of vertical curvature is completely normal; however, if the spine curves […]

The shoulder is a truly incredible part of the human anatomy. As the most flexible and mobile joint in the body, the shoulder allows the arm to perform a wide range of motions and is the reason we can perform many of the dexterous tasks needed in daily life. Unfortunately, this extreme flexibility comes at […]

May is National Arthritis Awareness Month, and here at CAM Physical Therapy and Wellness Services, we’re doing our part to spread the word about the prevention and treatment of an extremely common condition and overall joint health. The goal of the month is to educate Americans on the dangers of arthritis and encourage them to […]

Back pain, especially low back pain, is one of the most common medical problems in existence. In fact, if you’ve never experienced low back pain, you’re part of a small minority, and sadly there’s a strong chance you’ll deal with it at some point. The statistics put matters in a shocking perspective: approximately 80% of […]

Spring is here, and while it may seem like the season is taking its time this month, it won’t be long before Maryland experiences clear sunny skies that invite you to get out there and enjoy them. At CAM Physical Therapy and Wellness Services, we’d like to remind you why you should be getting regular […]

In our last blog, we discussed some important steps you can take to improve your diet in honor of National Nutrition Month. Well it turns out March is also Red Cross Month, which means that in addition to helping yourself with better nutrition, we also encourage you to help others in need. One of the […]