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Post Category: Aches and Pains

Long-Lasting Pain Relief Without Medication

May 23rd, 2019

It is no secret that pain is an annoyance that can sometimes hinder your quality of life. However, it can also be your body’s way of sending you a message. Sometimes pain can be a result of an underlying condition that you might not even know about. Medication can be used to provide short-term relief,

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Total Motion Release Technique

April 30th, 2019

Total Motion Release (TMR) is an innovative, patient-centered approach to healing and relieving pain in Physical Therapy treatment. It can help in treating a variety of musculoskeletal dysfunctions including: weakness, pain, loss of motion in joints, and stiffness from the neck to the feet.  The Total Motion Release Technique provides almost instant results and relief

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Injury-Free Cleaning

March 15th, 2019

Spring has officially sprung! Our windows are open and airing out the winter funk, which also means you might be seeing dust and dirt where you don’t want it.  No time like the present to tackle that grime; spring can be so motivating!  Spring cleaning is a great way to get your physical activity in

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Manual Therapy at HealthQuest- Treat pain naturally!

February 7th, 2019

Many patients come to their first PT appointment expecting to receive hot pack treatments, ultrasounds and instructions on how to complete a series of exercises. These are warranted in many instances and most of our therapists would agree that exercises/stretches are needed to help restore muscle imbalances. However, HealthQuest therapists approach the restoration of function

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Ice Is the Enemy, but You Can Fight Back- Penguins Pave the Way

February 1st, 2019

Walking on ice can be difficult, but who knew there was a full proof way to do so without injury. A fall from slipping on ice could change your life. Luckily, we can prevent these falls from happening. If a fall still occurs, there is a proper way to fall to prevent injury. Slips and

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Tight Hamstrings

January 25th, 2019

The hamstring is a group of three muscles that run up the back of your thigh. It’s considered a 2 joint muscle, meaning it crosses both the hip and knee joints. Maintaining good hamstring flexibility is important, especially for active individuals. And there’s no doubt about it, chronically tight hamstrings can be annoying and debilitating.

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Cupping Technique

November 23rd, 2018

What is cupping? Cupping is a manual therapy technique performed by our physical therapists. Cupping is used to soften tight muscles and muscle attachments, loosen adhesions, and lift connective tissue. Cupping therapy can be modified to deliver a spectrum of techniques, from deep tissue release to lymphatic drainage. It works to separate fused tissue layers

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Persistent Pain

November 9th, 2018

Chronic pain is defined as persistent pain that last for weeks, months or even years.  For some, chronic pain is the result of an injury, like a sprained back, or an ongoing problem like arthritis.  For others, chronic pain occurs in the absence of a past injury. A 2011 Global Industry Analysts, Inc. report estimates that

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MELT Away Pain With The MELT METHOD

November 6th, 2018

Melt benefits Breakthrough self-treatment system founded by Sue Hitzmann Eliminates chronic pain, naturally Erases signs of aging Improves body sense, core strength and stability Feel fantastic in just 10 minutes a day! Workshops offered at HealthQuest Oxford, contact them to attend What is the MELT Method? The MELT Method® (MELT®) is a simple self-treatment designed to help

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10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know!

October 10th, 2018

Since October is National PT month, we are on high alert for spreading the good news of PT!  You may be familiar with physical therapy and have even utilized it a few times in your life, but do you fully understand ALL that it has to offer?  Physical Therapy is highly known for its ability to treat

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