Hips are the most important joints in the body and if they start to wear down it affects your entire well-being. Similar to other joint issues, hip problems are first treated with non-surgical options, including physical therapy and steroid injections. However, if they do not work or hip pain is hindering your daily life, it […]
Every day we spend an exceptional amount of time on our feet. Because of this, if you find that you are suffering from foot or ankle pain, your daily life can suddenly become impacted. Physical therapy is a proven rehabilitation for injured feet and ankles, in addition to providing relief for both acute and chronic […]
According to the CDC, 23% of all adults, or more than 54 million people, have a form of arthritis, and this number is expected to rise to more than 78 million by 2040. Whether your joint pain is from an injury or arthritis, the goal is to get back to pain-free movement. At Cape Fear […]
Every year, thousands of children all over the country are seen by physical therapists for a host of physical injuries and disabilities that affect their physical development and the way they move. At Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, we see children daily who benefit from time spent with our physical therapists. After therapy at […]
As the connections between your bones, joints will sustain a certain amount of wear-and-tear as we age. Remaining pain- and arthritis-free requires practicing good joint preservation techniques. The following techniques will help you to treat your joints with care as they age. Movement Every day, move each joint through its full range of motion to […]
