If you watch pro or college sports on television you’ve probably noticed athletes wearing brightly colored strips of fabric on various parts of their arms, legs, knees, shoulders and elsewhere. The use of kinesiology tape has become a common accessory among athletes for some time. What does it do, and why is it a part … Read more
You’ve gone to see a medical doctor for an injury or ongoing condition, and it’s been recommended that you make an appointment for physical therapy. Now you’re wondering: What exactly is physical therapy, and how will it help me heal? The physical therapists at Therapeutics Unlimited provide an array of treatments, exercises and stretching regimens … Read more
For experienced athletes accustomed to depending on their bodies to perform at a high level, the process of recovering from a sports injury may seem daunting. Among the questions an athlete may ask are these: How long will it take for my body to heal? When is the proper time for me to start rebuilding … Read more
You may think of physical therapy as being reserved for athletes who have injured themselves or for adults recovering from surgery, or for seniors who need more strength and balance to lessen their risk of falling. But wait! Sometimes, children and even babies need physical therapy, too. For a child with an injury or delay … Read more
At the office of Therapeutics Unlimited, we want to make your first experience with us the very best it can be. That means giving you all the information you need to understand what to expect, to ease whatever anxieties you may have, and to be prepared. It all starts by us listening. We want to … Read more
Sit up! Don’t slouch! These are all-too familiar phrases many parents use to remind their children of good posture. But many adults need to take their own advice as well, as poor posture they have adopted over the years can often lead to a host of problems including neck and back pain. Awareness of your … Read more
Physical therapy is the science of healing through movement, and there are specific treatments designed for all kinds of patients — from athletes recovering from injury, to adults in need of post-op therapy, to babies and children who suffer from injury or delay in development. If your child is under 18 and needs physical therapy, … Read more
You’ve had a head-on collision. Maybe it was from a car accident, a fall, or maybe from a sports injury. Regardless, the result of the collision can possibly lead to a concussion —a traumatic brain injury that can cause lasting effects on brain tissue and change the chemical balance of the brain. A concussion must … Read more