by Keith Burtis | Mar 3, 2026 | Areas We Serve, Arthritis, Arthritis, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Headaches, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy
Neck pain—medically known as cervicalgia—is more than just a literal pain in the neck. It is one of the most common reasons people seek medical advice, often stemming from poor posture, “tech neck,” or the natural wear and tear of aging. However, the way...
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 | Jun 11, 2025 | Arthritis, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Headaches, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy
Pain in the spine, a man with backache, injury in the human neck, chiropractic treatments concept with highlighted skeleton A sore neck can dog you in every position — lying down, sitting, standing, or walking — and the discomfort can be debilitating. The pain might...
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 | Apr 11, 2025 | Arthritis, Back Pain Buffalo, Back Physical Therapy, Headaches, Neck & Back Injuries, Neck Injuries, Neck Physical Therapy
Did you know that you can influence the likelihood of getting a cervical or lumbar disc herniation? You can. Making a few lifestyle adjustments can have a significant impact on the probability of experiencing severe neck pain, low back pain, and sciatica. Risk factors...
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...
