For some athletes, it may seem like injuries and sports go hand-in-hand. “If you play, sooner or later you’re going to get injured,” the mindset goes. While injuries are certainly much more prevalent for athletes than in any other population, this is no way to think, and it’s important to remember that most injuries can […]

With the cold weather that’s just around the corner, our regular routines are certain to change a bit. Planning ahead will become even more of a necessity, and we will also find ways to reduce the amount of time spent outside. But for those with arthritis, the dropping temperatures through might throw an even bigger […]

Any amount of pain can be a nuisance to our lives, especially when it lasts for a while. Everyone deals with pain differently, and there are many options available to treat it. At CAM Physical Therapy and Wellness Services, we want you to know that if you happen to be dealing with any pain in […]

  Using ice or heat as a means to alleviate pain is a simple and effective home remedy that’s been used for ages. Today, it’s commonly recommended throughout the world for these very same reasons and remains useful for mild to moderate pain in many situations, but there’s still some confusion regarding their use. So […]

  The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, and we use it very frequently in many everyday movements and tasks. For this reason, when any type of issue occurs with the shoulder, it can severely affect our ability to function normally. There are a number of problems that can develop within the […]

Physical therapy treatment is comprehensive. This means it consists of a range of different interventions both in and out of the office, all of which are designed to help patients recover from their injuries and avoid getting injured again in the future. In addition to exercises and stretches, therapists also use additional techniques to accomplish […]

Surgery or physical therapy? Physical therapy or surgery? You often hear the two terms used as a split choice, where it’s one or the other to treat an injury or medical condition. While this may be true to some extent, the two can actually work together as well, especially when it comes to preparing for […]

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 it actually looks something like the letter “S.” This type of vertical curvature is completely normal; however, if the spine curves to the side, it means scoliosis […]

Each of our feet consists of 26 bones and—along with the ankles—has the tall task of supporting the weight of our entire body. Due to their placement and heavy responsibility, the feet are vulnerable to a number of injuries and conditions that can complicate any activities that involve them. Our Glenn Dale physical therapists explain […]

At any given moment throughout the day, when performing practically every movement, our vestibular system is responsible for keeping us balanced. For most of us, we hardly even think about how much we use this system during tasks like walking up stairs or standing from a chair. But for those with balance disorders in Hyattsville, […]