Miller Physical Therapy - Our Healthy Living (Thriving!) Blog
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sales of prescription opioids have quadrupled in the United States, even though "there has not been an overall change in the amount of pain that Americans report."
In response to a growing opioid epidemic, the CDC released opioid prescription guidelines in March 2016. The guidelines recognize that prescription opioids are appropriate in certain cases, including cancer treatment, palliative care, and end-of-life care, a...
Posted on 2020-07-30
With Spring Break just around the corner, it is likely that your week away from school and work will be filled with either an out-of-state hockey/basketball/volleyball tournament or perhaps you will be taking the time to just generally have a bit of R&R.
Whether you are a high-performance athlete performing across the country or you are a vacation enthusiast who enjoys a spur of the moment zip-line or surfing lesson- physical therapy can help to ease the aches, pains, and restrictions you ...
Posted on 2020-02-12
Fall is evident all around us, from the increased traffic, (somewhat!) cooler temperatures in the air to pumpkin spice everywhere; it’s one of the loveliest times of the year! Something else that autumn and the change of seasons brings with it is one of our favorite holidays- Thanksgiving! With this family-oriented holiday just around the corner (and has already happened for our neighbors to the North, in Canada), we thought it important to emphasize how practicing gratitude an...
Posted on 2019-10-23
Your road to recovery encompasses many different elements.
It’s part rehabilitation, it’s part being mindfully active, it’s part resting. Knowing the best way to treat your body as you come off of an injury or surgery is our specialty.
Aside from knowing the different treatments and modalities to assist you during your physi...
Posted on 2019-07-18
How long have you been living with a stiff neck, brought on by being in front of your computer screen all day? Have aching wrists, and sore finger joints become so much a part of your every day, that you have just tried to live with it?
Physical therapy is not just for athletes or those recovering from a major accident or surgery.
Physical therapy is very much about everyday health and wellness! PT can help to alleviate those aches and pains brought on by real life! You know, t...
Posted on 2019-03-15
