by Matt Smith | Sep 11, 2025 | Arthritis, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Dizziness Physical Therapy, Lower Back Pain, Neck & Back Injuries, Sciatica Physical Therapy
Lumbar disc herniations can be significantly impacted by various activities, leading to pain and discomfort. Understanding these factors is essential for prevention and management. One of the primary activities that can provoke lumbar disc herniations is heavy...
by Matt Smith | Mar 18, 2025 | Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Headaches, Lower Back Pain, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy
Four out of every five people in the United States will experience a meaningful bout of back pain or neck pain at some point in their life. Disc herniations are one of the most common causes of neck pain and back pain. Of those who experience an episode of back or...
by Matt Smith | Feb 7, 2025 | Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Physical Therapy
The first step in treating an injured rotator cuff is restoring the range of motion. We start them with basic exercises to rebuild flexibility within the joint. Movement first. Strength later. Here are three stretches to keep your shoulder limber for day-to-day...
by Matt Smith | Jan 22, 2025 | Arthritis, Arthritis, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Physical Therapy
Let’s start with the basics: A partial or complete rotator cuff muscle tear can make it difficult just to raise or move your arm. Expect to feel a general weakness in your joint. Your range of motion may be less than ideal, too. But that doesn’t mean workouts are a...
by Matt Smith | Nov 27, 2024 | Ankle & Foot Physical Therapy, Ankle & Foot Problems, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Hip Physical Therapy, Neck & Back Injuries, Sciatica Physical Therapy
Sacroiliac joint pain can arise from a variety of clinical conditions. A thorough history of clinical symptoms and past medical conditions should be a routine part of the comprehensive evaluation of a patient presenting with SI joint disorders. Patients usually...
