Hands-on Healing: The Power of Physical Therapy for Carpal Tunnel By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a condition that affects the hand and wrist, causing pain, numbness, and tingling sensations. It is caused by pressure on the nerve at the base of the palm (median nerve) due to the constant demands people place on their hands and wrists. While surgery is an option for severe cases, there are non-invasive treatments like physical therapy that can

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Exercises You Can Do for Vertigo Treatment By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA Experience relief from Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) with the Effective Canalith Repositioning Procedure. BPPV, characterized by intense and brief episodes of dizziness and vertigo triggered by head movements, can be alleviated through this procedure. Vertigo nausea typically arises from an inner ear imbalance affecting the equilibrium. BPPV occurs when minuscule otoconia particles (canaliths) within the inner ear become dislodged and enter the semicircular canals. Understanding Vertigo

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Back, Leg Pain May Be Due to Spinal Stenosis By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA Spinal stenosis is a very common, but potentially debilitating, condition. Stenosis is a generic medical term for narrowing. Stenosis in your heart’s blood vessels can lead to a heart attack. Stenosis in your esophagus can lead to choking, in addition to other instances in the human body. Spinal stenosis occurs when your spinal canal narrows and puts pressure on the nerves which travel through the

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What Is Spastic Cerebral Palsy? By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA Cerebral palsy is a lifelong condition characterized by impaired motor control due to congenital (from birth) brain defects, often with other associated symptoms. There are four different types of cerebral palsy, and spastic cerebral palsy, also called hypertonic cerebral palsy, is the type that’s diagnosed in 80% of people who have cerebral palsy. What is Spastic Cerebral Palsy? Spastic cerebral palsy is characterized by diminished motor control and spasticity of

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Back Pain During Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA Many pregnant women often experience discomfort and terrible back pain during pregnancy, which can be particularly bothersome as it resembles the symptoms of sciatica, a condition characterized by pain radiating from the lower back down to the buttocks and legs. This blog post aims to offer comprehensive insights into the intricacies of lower back pain during pregnancy. Recent research indicates that approximately 50-70% of pregnant women

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Understanding Tennis Elbow: Causes and Exercises By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA A Comprehensive Guide to Tennis Elbow: Uncovering the Factors and Effective Exercises Tennis elbow is one condition that can disrupt our balance, an overuse injury resulting from repetitive activities. Although commonly associated with racquet sports, it is also prevalent among individuals involved in painting, carpentry, and plumbing occupations. Recognizing the signs and tennis elbow causes is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.  The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

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COVID-19 Rehabilitation and Recovery Plan By: Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) The COVID-19 pandemic significantly changed the world and affected many people’s lives. While most people got better from the virus without any long-lasting problems, many have ongoing physical issues. These problems can make it tough to do everyday things and stay healthy. To help with this crucial issue, Therapy-In-Motion Physical Therapy created a unique Post-COVID-19 Rehabilitation Program. Our goal is simple but vital: we want to assist people in

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Pro-Inflammatory Diet – 6 Key Foods to Be Wary Of By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA In today’s modern world, the significance of dietary choices on our overall health is undeniable. New and compelling research has highlighted the intricate relationship between our foods and the inflammatory responses in our bodies. A groundbreaking study, presented at the Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting, delves deep into the captivating correlation between a pro-inflammatory diet and the prevalence of low back pain. This

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The Parkinson’s Journey is Difficult, but We Know We Are Loved By: Sherri Woodbridge I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease almost 20 years ago. Many of us with this disease can tell you when we first started noticing symptoms, which can be quite a time difference from when we received an actual diagnosis. Love and hate Sometimes it feels like just yesterday when we were diagnosed with this incurable disease. Sometimes it feels like forever ago. For me, it’s the

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Beat Dizziness with Physical Therapy for Vestibular Disorders By: Dr. Abe Kopolovich, DPT, MBA Vestibular disorders encompass a range of conditions that affect the balance and equilibrium system in the inner ear. These disorders give rise to various symptoms, including dizziness upon standing, vertigo, and imbalance, significantly impacting daily life. Good balance is often taken for granted. Most people don’t find it difficult to walk across a gravel driveway, transition from walking on a sidewalk to grass, or leave a

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