Post Surgical Rehabilitation
BREAKING DOWN REDSKINS’ QUARTERBACK, ROBERT GRIFFIN III’S KNEE INJURY
Al Bello / Getty Images The Redskins may not have advanced in the playoffs, but there is one particular player still on our minds, Quarterback, Robert Griffin III (RG3). Six weeks ago, RG3 was suspected to have sprained h is Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL). Things went from bad to worse for RG3’s right [...]
TRUE STORY: TOM FELT 44 YEARS YOUNGER AFTER SPINE SURGERY!
True Story: I was suddenly crippled with pain down my right leg and could not walk without crutches. I went to two orthopaedic surgeons who recommended pain medication. I went to Dr. Thomas Schuler for a third opinion; and was diagnosed with several serious problems that required immediate surgery. All of these conditions were pinching [...]
TRUE STORY: OFFICER MCKNIGHT UNDERWENT CERVICAL SPINE SURGERY TO RETURN TO HIS ACTIVE LIFESTYLE AS A SHERIFF
True Story: At 32 years of age, Officer McKnight suffered from both low back and neck pain and numbness that radiated down his right arm and into his hand. He also experienced decreased dexterity and difficulties with balance. An MRI of Officer McKnight’s cervical spine revealed spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the space around the [...]
TRUE STORY: OFFICER PETER M. EXPERIENCED BACK PAIN FOR YEARS; AFTER TWO SURGERIES, HE IS BACK TO FULL TIME DUTY!
WRAPPING UP THE OLYMPICS WITH KINESIO TAPE
Have you found yourself spending many hours tuned into the Olympics over the past week? If so, you may have noticed many Olympians sporting some colorful body tape located on various parts of their bodies. This trend seems to span many sports including volleyball, track and field, swimming, diving, and the list goes on. [...]
HEALING WATERS: GET PAIN RELIEF AND INCREASED MOBILITY WITH AQUATIC THERAPY
Whether it is for leisure or as an aerobic activity, swimming is a great way to cross train or add diversity to your workout. Did you know that the pool is also a great conduit for people experiencing pain or recovering from surgery? Water serves as a highly effective environment for the post-surgical or [...]
THE NUTS & BOLTS OF SPINAL HARDWARE
Spinal surgeons have the option of using external support for the spine as opposed to implantation of hardware. Much like a cast is used for a broken arm, braces are used for the spine, but are often uncomfortable, ineffective, and typically worn for prolonged periods of time. Internal hardware on the other hand, has [...]
NEW FOR 2012: RECENT VTFC EXPANSION TO OFFER PERSONAL TRAINING SERVICES!
Not sure how to tackle those pesky New Year’s resolutions to lose weight, get in shape and reach your highest physical potential? Our friends right here at Virginia Therapy & Fitness Center (VTFC) can get you on track. Our all under one roof model presents patients with additional aspects of convenient care in 2012 [...]
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