We take our knees for granted. Only when our knees are painful, do we realize how important they are in our daily lives and how often we squat and climb stairs! But there is hope. The most common cause of knee pain is easily treated. Instead of driving and waiting for an appointment, an online…
“I have had knee pain for the past four months after twisting my knee at a worksite. My MRI looked pretty bad with cartilage tears and arthritis. I was an athlete in my younger years and tore my knees up playing football. The orthopedist drained my knee and told me that I would need a scope to…
The State of Ohio has imposed rules that require injured workers to try more conservative measures like Physical Therapy prior to receiving spinal fusion surgeries or prescription painkillers. The Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation rule effective Jan. 1, requires injured workers to undergo at least 60 days of “conservative” care, while avoiding opioids if possible,…
An estimated 126.6 million Americans (1 in 2 adults) are affected by a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD), costing an estimated $213 billion in annual treatment, care and lost wages (United States Bone and Joint Initiative). The burden of musculoskeletal conditions is significant in terms of treatment and care, as well as the impact upon of quality…
Sally had neck pain for 2 months, but with her busy schedule as a corporate executive and mom to two small children, she had no time for herself. A co-worker told her about Virtual Physical Therapists, so at lunch time she downloaded the app and was connected to a specialized physical therapist with a certification…
