When you or a loved one receives a Parkinson’s diagnosis, it is easy to be nervous about the future. Whatever symptoms arise, it is vital to remember that safety and independence are paramount. You or your loved one must stay safe while maintaining as much independence as possible. Parkinson’s can cause many symptoms, including tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with movement. These symptoms can make it challenging to complete daily tasks, such as getting dressed, bathing, and eating. Physical therapy is a conservative approach to managing Parkinson's disease that can help improve mobility, flexibility, and balance. At EW Motion Therapy, our patients with Parkinson’s only receive the highest standard of care as we evaluate their movement deficits and create an individualized plan to help them move better throughout the day. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on for our discussion of how physical therapy can help Parkinson’s patients maintain safety and independence.

Neck and shoulder pain is all too common and can result from poor posture or overuse. But if your pain is accompanied by numbness and tingling, one of the conditions you might be experiencing is thoracic outlet syndrome. While the condition sounds scary, conservative treatment options exist for mild to moderate cases, with physical therapy often being the first line of defense. Our team of experts at EW Motion Therapy can evaluate your symptoms and create a personalized treatment plan to relieve pain and help you move better. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on to learn what thoracic outlet syndrome is, the effects of the condition, and your treatment options.

Pelvic floor issues are more common than you might think. Approximately one in three women experience some kind of pelvic floor dysfunction during their lifetime. These issues can range from mild discomfort to severe pain and can significantly impact your quality of life. If you are experiencing pelvic floor issues, you may wonder if a pelvic floor evaluation is necessary, but it can be a valuable tool for identifying and treating pelvic floor issues.

Any baseball player knows how important it is to stay healthy and injury-free while playing, but sometimes injuries are unavoidable. One common injury for pitchers and overhead-throwing athletes that can happen over time is a partial or complete tear of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in your elbow. You have multiple treatment options, but whichever you choose, you should be back on the field with enough recovery time. A physical therapist can be a great specialist to help with that. Our team at EW Motion Therapy can create an individualized, sport-specific treatment plan for you to help build strength and improve mechanics in your throwing arm to get you back in the game. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on for our discussion of how UCL tears happen, how they affect baseball players, current treatment options and surgical interventions, and how physical therapy can help.

Running is a great way to stay fit and healthy, and for many, it becomes more than just a form of exercise. But every runner knows that their favorite sport can also lead to injuries. The repetitive stress on the body can cause various injuries that can affect your performance and limit your ability to train. And any runner who does not incorporate rest into their routine can risk injuring themselves even further. Fortunately, physical therapy can help you recover from these injuries and get back to running safely. We help our runners do this every day at EW Motion Therapy and teach them techniques to prevent more injuries in the future. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on for our discussion of four common running injuries and how physical therapy can help you recover.

Lower back pain is a common problem affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. It can be caused by a variety of factors and can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. Although the condition can be a minor side effect of daily stress, it could point to a deeper issue. This is why physical therapy can be an excellent treatment option for anyone with lower back pain. Even if the condition is minor, it can still be a nuisance and a barrier to healthy movement, which physical therapists specialize in treating. Our team of experts at EW Motion Therapy can assess your movement and daily activities and create a customized treatment plan to address your needs and goals. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on to learn about the anatomy of the lower back, why lower back pain is so common, the potential causes of lower back pain, and how physical therapy can help.

When you get injured, a million thoughts are likely running around your brain and demanding your attention. Once you go to the doctor and they assess the damage, you may have a choice to make. If your injury is musculoskeletal, they will likely recommend you begin with conservative treatment, and if that doesn’t produce results, then a surgical repair. But what is conservative treatment? And do you really need surgery?

Cervical fusion is a surgical procedure that involves fusing two or more vertebrae in the neck to create a solid bone mass. This is often done to treat herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and degenerative disc disease. While a cervical fusion can effectively reduce pain and restore mobility, recovery can be challenging. Recovering from cervical fusion surgery requires patience, dedication, and careful management of your body and movements. Following your doctor’s instructions and incorporating physical therapy into your recovery plan can help ensure a safe and successful recovery. Our post-op program at EW Motion Therapy is perfect for cervical fusion patients - our expert team of physical therapists can create a custom treatment plan for your needs during recovery. Even if you decide our services are unsuitable for your needs, you can still read on for our discussion of:

Getting injured is any athlete’s nightmare, especially when an injury can end your season. One of these season-ending injuries that are all too common is a torn ACL. You probably know a football or basketball player who had surgery to repair that ligament - it may even be you.

When looking for a physical therapy doctorate program, it can be challenging to narrow down your options. You must consider the program’s cost, location, credentials, and other factors. With so many choices of well-ranked schools in our state, how do you decide which one to attend to start your physical therapy career?