by Matt Smith | Oct 20, 2025 | Arthritis, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Balance & Vestibular Disorders, Dizziness Physical Therapy, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy, Sciatica Physical Therapy, Shoulder Physical Therapy
Physical therapy plays a crucial role in the evaluation and treatment of spine disorders, particularly low back pain and sciatica. These conditions are among the most common causes of disability and lost productivity, often resulting from poor posture, muscle...
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 | Aug 29, 2025 | Arthritis, Arthritis, Back Physical Therapy, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy
The brachial plexus is made up of nerves from the lower cervical nerves C5-C8 and the first thoracic nerve. It supplies nerve fibers to the following areas: Chest, Shoulder, Arm, Forearm, Hand. The brachial plexus begins at the neck and crosses the upper chest to the...
by Matt Smith | May 14, 2025 | Arthritis, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Lower Back Pain, Neck & Back Injuries, Sciatica Physical Therapy
Back pain comes in many different forms and can affect people in a variety of ways. Pain in the low back, buttocks, and radiating pain down the leg are all forms of low back pain. Low back pain can limit one’s life in many ways and is an extremely common complaint...
by Matt Smith | May 7, 2025 | Arthritis, Arthritis, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Balance & Vestibular Disorders, Headaches, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy
Neck pain and back pain arising from disc injuries can resolve quickly if caught early. Unfortunately, in many cases, disc injuries can take several months to recover from. Although this process can feel like there is no end in sight, there are several signs to look...
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...
