Physical Therapy Clinic

  What is a Vestibular Disorder? Many people complain of dizziness, vertigo, unsteadiness, and balance issues. Various causes may lead to these effects, but the majority are affected by a disorder with a portion of the inner ear and the brain that controls coordination and eye movements. This is known as the vestibular system. Vestibular dysfunction may develop if this mechanism is damaged by illness or injury. What to Expect From Vestibular and Balance Physical Therapy As a physical therapist who helps patients with dizziness and coordination deficits, I've noticed that many people are uncertain what to think when they go to physical therapy (PT) for these conditions. Due to the lack of exposure to this particular treatment and how it works, people usually come to their first session with fear. Well, let's see what we can do to answer some of your questions and have a clearer picture of what will happen in PT. Why do we get dizzy? There are so many reasons! Here are some of t

  What Is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is the practice of inserting very fine, filiform needles into the skin at particular points on the body to manipulate Qi. The filiform needles are sturdy, unlike the hollow hypodermic needles most people are familiar with, and are typically made of stainless steel, but gold or silver may also be used. When is acupuncture used? TCM practitioners use acupuncture to treat a variety of ailments. Acupuncture is widely used to treat the following conditions: Headache Pain Injury Fibromyalgia Repetitive strain conditions like tennis elbows and carpal tunnel syndrome Postoperative and chemotherapy nausea Patients undergoing recovery from addiction and substance abuse Dysmenorrhea and other gynecological conditions Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis Back pain and sciatica Conditions Acupuncture can assist in the preservation of good health as well as the treatment of several ailments. Acupuncture may be used as a stand-alone procedure or in conjunction with other