Physical Therapy Blog

In, out. Lungs fill up with air, and lungs compress. Breath is the most natural thing in the world, and most people may never think about it, but it is essential to life. But you may not realize that breathing is more than taking oxygen in and exhaling carbon dioxide out - how you breathe can be correlated to many components of your overall health. So how do you breathe properly? And what are some breathing habits you should avoid?

Physical therapy can be an excellent service for recovering from an injury, chronic pain, or surgery, as well as improving your mobility and strength. When paying for physical therapy, many patients use their health insurance because it can typically lower the overall cost of your treatment. But what if you need or want physical therapy but do not have health insurance? You may worry about how to afford it, especially if you need it to recover from an injury or invasive procedure.

Your health, time, and money are three of your most valuable resources, but money can be a huge influence on the other two. Investing in yourself is one of the best decisions you can make, but it can get expensive, especially if you need physical therapy. There are many people who live with daily chronic pain because they cannot afford the means by which they can feel better, and the pain causes stress not only on their physical health, but also on their mental health.

It can be very easy to fall behind on doctor’s appointments—life gets in the way, and sometimes, your health is the last thing you want to worry about. But if you get injured and need physical therapy, the clinic you choose will most likely ask you for a referral before or after your first session. What should you do if you don’t have one and don’t know how to get one?

When you have an injury and want relief, it can be challenging to narrow down your options. Many communities have a plethora of options for physical therapy, and Birmingham is no exception. Here in the Magic City, we could call ourselves a healthcare hub, because we have multiple major hospitals and countless healthcare facilities. With so many choices, how do you decide which clinic to visit for your physical therapy treatment?