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Find Relief From Endometriosis Pain with Physical Therapy
Physical therapy offers a wealth of options to manage pain and treat symptoms
If you suffer from endometriosis, you know how painful its symptoms can be. What you might not have known is that physical therapy is a fantastic resource for helping to minimize the effects of the condition without the use of painkillers. The physical therapists at Beyond Therapy and Wellness are here to show you all the ways physical therapy can treat endometriosis.
Read full blogPhysical Therapy for Low Back Pain During Pregnancy
Overcoming pain from pregnancy with physical therapy
The American Pregnancy Association estimates that up to 70% of pregnant women have back pain, particularly in the lower back. This common symptom is brought on by a number of things, including hormonal changes and the impact that the significant weight gain has on your body’s center of gravity.
Luckily, physical therapy is a safe solution that doesn’t require medication management or more serious medical intervention.
Read full blogTreating Incontinence With a Holistic Approach
Understanding incontinence, symptoms, and how holistic physical therapy can help
Have you been suffering from uncontrollable or unexplained urinary flow? Are you currently experiencing pain in the pelvic region that just won’t seem to go away? At Beyond Therapy and Wellness in Bedford, we help people succeed in recovery with a holistic approach, focusing on all aspects of patient care and seeing the person as a whole. Urinary incontinence is defined as any urine leakage that occurs throughout the day or night.
Read full blogPregnancy and Post-Partum Care: How Physical Therapy Can Help
Common issues from pregnancy and how our specialists can help you succeed in recovery
Have you experienced pain from a recent pregnancy? Are you finding it challenging to treat post-partum symptoms? Carrying and birthing a baby is an incredible process, but one that can also put tremendous stress on the body. According to the American Pregnancy Association, up to 70% of women experience back or pelvic pain during pregnancy. While most women will experience pain and discomfort during and after pregnancy, many do not know that physical therapy can help improve symptoms and bodily functions without requiring invasive treatments or medication.
Read full blogWhat is Diastasis Rectus, and How Can Physical Therapy Help?
Understanding diastasis rectus, why it happens, and how our physical therapists can help
Diastasis rectus occurs when the left and right sides of the outermost abdominal muscle separate. This process is caused by forces that stretch the connective tissue known as the linea alba. Diastasis rectus is most common in pregnancy but can appear in other cases in both women and men.
Our physical therapists at Beyond Therapy and Wellness in Bedford help individuals with DRA to reduce their symptoms, gain strength and endurance, and safely return to their daily activities.
Read full blogPostpartum Relief with Physical Therapy
How physical therapy at Beyond Therapy and Wellness in Bedford can help you find relief during the postpartum period
Carrying a baby is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. However, with all of the significant physical and emotional changes, pregnancy takes quite a toll on a woman’s body. Postpartum depression and physical challenges are extremely common among new moms, and it’s important to take the healing process seriously following your delivery.
Read full blogTreat Your Pain With PT
Are you living with chronic pain? Chronic pain is defined as lasting for three months or longer. If you answered yes to the question above, you are certainly not alone.
The American Academy of Pain Medicine estimates that approximately 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Unfortunately, this means that the reliance on prescription medications is increasing all the time. In 2013, doctors in the United States prescribed nearly a quarter of a billion opioid prescriptions, which equates to roughly one bottle per person in the country.
Read full blogExperiencing Shoulder Pain? Physical Therapy Can Help.
Did you know that your shoulders are the most flexible and mobile joints in your body? They are extremely complex, with numerous muscles, tendons, and bones. They equip you with the mobility you need to complete many of your tasks throughout the day. Your shoulders can do a lot, but they are also extremely prone to injury. If you’ve been suffering from shoulder pain, our Bedford physical therapy services can help you find natural relief.
Read full blog5 Steps Towards a Healthier Life
If you suffer from pain, you understand how limiting it can be. Fortunately, there are some simple lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your pain while increasing your energy, and headed towards an overall healthier life.
When you take these actions in addition to your physical therapy treatments, you can help yourself recover from pain and achieve the physical goals you’ve set for yourself. Contact Beyond Physical Therapy today to learn more about how we can help you increase your energy and decrease your pain.
Read full blogDifferentiating Between Sprains and Strains, and Treating Them With Physical Therapy
We’ve all been in this situation: you’re walking down the street when your ankle slips off the curb. You feel an immediate twinge of pain, but you’re not sure if it necessarily requires a trip to the doctor. Many minor injuries can be treated with ice, or may eventually go away on their own. However, some injuries necessitate the assistance of a medical professional. Our physical therapists in Bedford know the difference between sprains and strains, and can help you get back on your feet!
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