Post-injury degenerative joint disease is caused by a traumatic event to the body. Without proper care, it can get worse. Here's how to treat it effectively.
Time is precious, and you don’t want to waste it at a doctor’s office being told that nothing is wrong. Manage your pain at the source with physical therapy.
It’s important to prepare your body through stretches, exercises, and training for winter to avoid any preventable injury or pain during physical activity.
Believe it or not, 2023 is right around the corner! There is no better time than now to take advantage of any unused insurance benefits. It is to your financial benefit to use any available benefits yet this year to complete any outstanding treatment, preventive or maintenance physical therapy sessions for you and your family. […]
If you’re active in sports – whether professionally or recreationally – you know how important it is to take care of your body. Physical therapy is crucial for preventing, treating, and healing injuries from sports. You’ll often find two specific physical therapy services come up for athletes: sports therapy and sports rehabilitation. What’s the difference between the two? And […]
One of the most common things we hear from patients at their first session is “I’ve tried physical therapy before, but it didn’t work.” Often when we start asking follow-up questions, we find out that there were some common missteps that made the patient’s physical therapy ineffective. It isn’t that physical therapy “can’t work” for […]
We all know physical therapy can help after injury, but can it also help improve your sports performance? In short, YES! Whether your sport is running, golfing, CrossFit, powerlifting, or a weekend warrior (amongst many others) physical can take your game to the next level! Physical therapy isn’t just for injury recovery! Physical therapy should […]
You’ve heard of Physical Therapy. But how can it really help you? You have an ache. A pain. You slept/got out of bed wrong. Sat too long at your desk. You might have fallen, tripped, slipped, twisted your ankle, hit your back, landed on your arm wrong. Or maybe you were working out and felt […]
Although dry needling has become more common due to its consistent effectiveness in treating injuries, there are still many individuals with questions about dry needling. You may have heard the term thrown around or maybe this is your first-time hearing about it. Either way, let’s explore common questions that we at PRO Therapy get about […]
Have you experienced an injury from running? Are you worried that you may have an injury when exercising? Is fear holding you back? We want to reassure you that exercise is the solution and not something to be afraid of. Running injuries are commonplace but don’t let this put you off. Despite this high incident rate […]
Have you been told you have arthritis? Maybe you think that you have arthritic symptoms? Are you concerned that you may develop arthritis? When you hear the word arthritis you’ll probably be thinking about chronic pain, stress and incurability. We want to help you limit the impact of arthritis on your life. We understand that the […]
Are you experiencing unnecessary pain? Are you worried that physical therapy may worsen your pain? Are you tired of hearing the same useless advice? We want to reassure you that physical therapy shouldn’t be painful and you shouldn’t have to worry about seeking help. Our aim is to get your physical health back to where […]
With winter here, that brings on a lot of new changes to our environment. We now have snow and ice to work, which can be fun in the case of snowboarding, skiing, snowshoeing or ice skating – but can also lead to many new aches and pains. Whether it is low back pain, headaches or […]
With the holiday season fast approaching, more people are planning to travel this year to see family and friends. Americans are projected to spend 19 billion hours traveling this year. All that travel is exciting especially when visiting loved ones but what we forget is all that traveling can literally be a headache or cause […]
Have you recently had a motor vehicle accident and are experiencing pain? We can help you on your way to a quick and effective recovery. Here at PRO Therapy we understand the trauma that comes with vehicular accidents and we’re here to support you every step of the way. You’re not alone. Recent studies have revealed […]
Are you over 40? Have you been experiencing joint pain? You could have arthritis, but don’t worry – we are here to help. It’s hard not to jump to the feverish conclusion of arthritis if you’re experiencing knee, back, shoulder or hip pain. We know that no one wants to hear the phrase “it could […]
Plantar fasciitis, chances are you’ve probably heard this term before. You or someone you know may probably has/had plantar fasciitis. Roughly one out of ten individuals will experience plantar fasciitis at least once in their lives which makes it a very common injury. On top of it being common many individuals who get plantar fasciitis […]
“We all can empathize with wanting to find a place that hears you. Truly hears what you’re saying. Not feeling rushed out the door. Not being just another person. Not having your interaction feel all about a transaction.” We’ve recently had the pleasure of meeting with Voyage Minnesota for an article all about PRO Therapy. […]
Are you worried about starting physical therapy because of pain? It’s an entirely normal concern to have before starting treatment. And we want to alleviate any worries or anxieties you might have. You might be thinking that you shouldn’t start physical therapy until your pain subsides. You might also be concerned that physical exercises are […]
If you work at a desk – whether in the office or at home – chances are you’ve experienced neck pain. Almost half of desk workers report having discomfort or pain in their neck at some point. This pain can lead to decreased work production, diminished work satisfaction, and overall decline in quality of life. […]
Golf is more injurious than most people realize. Without the proper precautions and knowledge, you can damage yourself and cause significant chronic pain through golf-related injuries. Here’s what you need to know. When it comes to popular sports, golf is given the most flak. Some proclaim that playing golf simply ‘ruins a good walk’. In […]
I get questioned quite a bit on what I am actually doing, HA! My background consists of marketing – specifically Consumer Electronics. So, shifting into healthcare was a big change. But, one that comes with a gratification I have never experienced before. Let me back up – my husband, Dr. Kevin Spahr, is a PT. […]
Heard this before? It is usually stereotyped as a “casual” activity for people of all ages to enjoy on the weekends. For those that do not have much experience golfing, they think of golf as a sport that includes a little walking, some swings of the club every now and then. While in reality, a […]
It is that time of the year again when us “Minnesotans” begin to slowly increase our outdoor activities as the warmer weather approaches. Whether you have been running all winter long or hoping to start a running program, injuries are a common occurrence. Some resources have reported that the annual injury rate for runners is […]
One of the biggest objections to Physical Therapy we hear on a regular basis is “I’ve already tried PT before and some stretching and exercises haven’t helped me”. We hear this phrase on almost a weekly, if not daily, basis from family and friends and people calling into our clinic looking for advice. Our response […]
Chances are if you’re reading this, you’ve experienced back pain at least once in your life. Low back pain is the leading cause of activity and work limitation in the United States. Around 1 in 6 people will experience low back pain for the first time this year and 1 in 3 people who’ve had […]
Whether you’re a casual runner getting a run or two a week in for some exercise, or a competitive marathon runner, you are no doubt looking for the next competitive advantage. There have been some recent trends in running and footwear that revolve solely on foot strike patterns. More and more people are electing to […]
“I’ve already tried Physical Therapy, and it didn’t work for me.” Far too often…we hear this when talking with people about their pain or injury. When we ask those same people what they did in previous Physical Therapy programs, they usually mention they did a few exercises and stretches that didn’t help. For most individuals, […]
Arthritis, whether you have been told that you have it, think you have it, or are concerned that you may develop it, this blog is for you. Just hearing the word arthritis can produce an emotional response in us all. We associate that word with pain and abnormality. When someone says they have arthritis it […]
Dry Needling has become a popularized treatment intervention utilized by Physical Therapists over the past decade. More people are coming into our PRO Therapy clinics searching for Dry Needling services on their own or with the recommendation from friends and/or family members that they should give Dry Needling a shot to help reduce their pain […]
A common objection to Physical Therapy we hear far too often is, “I’ll wait to start PT until my pain settles down.” We also frequently hear, “I’m in too much pain to be able to tolerate exercise, so PT isn’t right for me.” One of the most common misconceptions about Physical Therapy is that it […]
If you’re aged 40+ and have experienced pain at your knee, back, shoulder or hip you’ve probably been told “it could be due to arthritis.” Arthritis, is a term so commonly used in our everyday language and has become almost a “rite of passage” that we’ll all experience it at some point in time. If […]
Golf is a sport that gets a lot flack for being an “old man’s game” that requires minimal effort and exercise. It’s usually stereotyped as a “casual” activity for people of all ages to enjoy on the weekends. For those that do not have much experience golfing, they think of golf as a sport that […]
Virtual Physical Therapy, Telerehab, Telehealth and Digital PT are a few of the different names you may have heard recently to describe how you can still have access to Physical Therapy. All of these terms can be very confusing and lead to misinterpretation. In fact, most people don’t have a true understanding of what Physical […]
On March 25th, 2020 Governor Tim Walz signed an executive order for all Minnesotans to Stay-At-Home. As a result, the number of people in our state working from home has significantly increased, and creating a makeshift office space has become a necessary task. This is a very important time to make sure you have everything […]
It is that time of the year again when us “Minnesotans” begin to slowly increase our outdoor activities as the warmer weather approaches. Whether you have been running all winter long or hoping to start a running program, injuries are a common occurrence. Some resources have reported that the annual injury rate for runners is […]
When seeking medical advice for low back pain, some of you may have been recommended to have an MRI. While others who’ve attempted to manage low back pain alone, might be thinking an MRI can provide you all the answers to help solve your pain. The purpose of this blog is to help clear up […]
What is the IT Band? The IT Band is composed of fibrous connective tissue that runs down the outside of the thigh. IT stands for ILIOTIBIAL, which is in reference to the primary connection sites of the band including the ilium bone of the pelvis at the top, and the tibia bone of the lower leg at the […]