Shoulder injuries can affect people of all ages and activity levels, hindering mobility and causing pain. In this blog post, we'll delve into four of these injuries and highlight the crucial role of physical therapy in the recovery process.

Back pain is a prevalent issue affecting millions worldwide. Discover how Pilates, a low-impact exercise method, can effectively alleviate back pain. Developed by Joseph Pilates, a German physical trainer and the founder of the Pilates exercise method, this blog post explores six ways Pilates helps individuals struggling with back pain.

As we celebrate Disability Pride Month, it is essential to recognize and honor the resilience, strength, and achievements of individuals with disabilities. This month serves as a reminder to promote inclusivity, dismantle barriers, and empower individuals to live their lives to the fullest. Among the various approaches to supporting individuals with multiple disabilities, occupational therapy stands out as a powerful solution. In this blog post, we will explore how occupational therapy can be a transformative force, unlocking potential and enhancing the lives of those with disabilities.

Living with Parkinson's disease poses daily challenges that can significantly impact one's quality of life. However, there is hope in the form of occupational therapy (OT), a specialized approach that can greatly enhance the well-being of individuals with Parkinson's. Let’s explore five compelling reasons why occupational therapy is an excellent choice for Parkinson's patients, highlighting the immense benefits it offers.

Your hip joint is your largest ball-and-socket joint and plays a major role in weight-bearing and most body movements. Unfortunately, hip pain and injury often occur and can interfere with daily activities and an active lifestyle. Learn more below about hip and pelvic injuries and how physical therapists can help you recover more quickly and thoroughly.

What you wear to your physical therapy evaluation and therapy sessions can play a significant role in your treatment. Your comfort and ability to perform the exercises properly are a priority for our physical therapists because we want you to reach your goals successfully. Learn more below about what to wear and avoid wearing to enhance your time with us.

One of the most common conditions to cause pain in the wrist and hand is carpal tunnel syndrome. Pain from this condition, labeled a chief occupational hazard by the United States Department of Labor, affects more than eight million people each year.

Studies show that almost half of the people who play tennis develop elbow pain sometime during their life. However, the condition known as tennis elbow occurs mainly in those who repetitively move their arm in other ways than hitting tennis balls. Learn more below about the symptoms, causes, treatments, and steps you can take to help prevent tennis elbow.

If you’re like most people, you tend to go straight to the treadmill, cycle class, or dumbbells when you work out. You probably have heard about the importance of stretching but find it easy to focus on improving your strength and endurance and not flexibility. However, you may want to consider static and dynamic stretching after learning their differences and benefits.

Chronic dehydration affects an estimated three-fourths of Americans. Researchers have found increasing evidence that under-consumption of water contributes to several chronic diseases. These conditions include coronary heart disease, exercise asthma, pulmonary disorders, and possibly bladder and colon cancer. For people seeking to live an active lifestyle, mild dehydration can hinder workouts and affect muscle function and recovery. Continue reading to learn more about the effect of dehydration on your muscles.

Although most ACL injuries occur in athletes, you can sprain or tear this ligament by simply making a sudden twisting motion while walking. This injury inhibits an active lifestyle and requires immediate treatment before resuming activity. Because of the high prevalence (almost 250,000 cases per year) of this injury, you can benefit from learning more about the knee joint and how to prevent an ACL injury.

Resistance or weight training has many health benefits such as stronger bones, weight control, better posture, and improved balance. However, you can receive additional benefits from your workouts by including a particular movement known as eccentric contraction. We’ll talk more about the three types of muscle actions and the benefits of eccentric movements.

Running is one of the most popular ways to stay fit, healthy, and lower the risk of chronic disease. Unfortunately, most runners eventually get sidelined by injuries. Coastal Movement Specialists care for common running injuries with various treatments to help you return as quickly as possible to your running program. Learn more below about how to prevent running injuries, and contact us today to schedule an appointment in our Johns Island, SC office.

Physical therapy helps children with disabilities, athletes with injuries, senior adults with the challenges of aging, and other populations that benefit from improved mobility. Learn more about the importance of physical therapy in treating medical conditions, injuries, and illnesses.

Coastal Movement Specialists care for all the common sports injuries with various treatments to enable athletes at all levels to recover and return to playing as quickly as possible. Learn more below about the most common sports injuries and contact us to schedule an appointment in our Johns Island, SC office.

Occupational therapy and physical therapy aims to help people recover from injuries so they can live active, fulfilling, and independent lives. However, their similarities often cause confusion about how each specialty treats its patients and the services each can provide. It’s important to understand how therapists differ in both their treatments and the benefits of the therapy in order for you to know which therapy is best for you.