Arthritis
Millions of Americans are affected by arthritis.
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Vertigo
GENERAL INFORMATION
The most common type of vertigo is called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and is appreciated by a feeling that your world is spinning or moving. It occurs with sudden head motions, usually rolling in bed or change in position. Other forms of vertigo can be associated with horizontal motions. The anatomy of the inner ear and the specific areas affected will impact the type of vertigo and associated head eye movements that can precipitate and cause the attack.
SYMPTOMS OF VERTIGO
- Symptoms are associated with the anatomical area affected
- Abnormal eye movements
- Appreciation of the room spinning
- Duration minutes to hours, days to weeks
- Constant or associated with certain head movements
- Hearing loss or tinnitus
- Visual disturbances, nystagmus
REHABILITATION
- Assessment of the balance system: sensorimotor, visual, and vestibular
- Specific eye exercises
- Specific head motions
- Sensory integration
- Maneuvers specific to vertigo etiology
- Home exercise program
Arthritis
GENERAL INFORMATION
Millions of Americans are affected by arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. Caused by deteriorating cartilage, it most commonly affects the hip, knee, lower back, neck, and shoulder. Symptoms usually develop gradually over a period of years.
COMMON SYMPTOMS
- Pain
- Stiffness
- Swelling
- Inflammation
- Radiating pain
- Difficulty moving
REHABILITATION
At Advantage PT an evaluation will be performed to examine your strength, flexibility and functional limitations and assess your pain level. A treatment program will be designed to decrease pain and inflammation, increase strength and improve function such as walking, stair negotiating and other activities of daily living. Increasing strength will improve your body’s shock absorption and decrease the wear and tear on your joints. Our treatment protocol includes strength training, modalities, and functional activity training to decrease pain and swelling and improve functional activities such as navigating stairs. Your therapist will instruct you how to perform your daily activities with less pain and create your home exercise program to help you continue your favorite activities for years to come.
