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Why do I have a pain in my knee every time i bend it?

I am an athlete and have been running marathons. Since last week I have been experiencing pain in my knees every time i bend them. Could I have suffered a knee injury during...
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What is electrical stimulation for?

I have had rehab for shoulder pain. The therapist used electrical stimulation on it. What does that do?
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How long does it take for an ankle ligament tear to heal?

I had an ankle ligament tear six months ago, which was treated appropriately as suggested by the doctor. However, the tear has still not healed completely. Please advice what...
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Humerus pain

I am sports person. I generally play tennis but nowadays my humerus bone muscle and the shoulder pains during service. I tried some online exercises to get rid of it but pain...
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Depuytren's contacture question

I have Depuytren's contracture in both of my hands. I have heard that radiation therapy can help. How does this help? Does it really help?
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Hand pain after carpal tunnel surgery

I had carpal nerve release done several years ago. I am still getting pain in my hands and arms. Is there another nerve that could be causing a problem? Do I just have to live...
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Clicking in my jaw

My dentist wants me to see an oral surgeon regarding the clicking in my jaw when I open my mouth. Is this a normal thing to do?
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Wiring a broken jaw

My sister broke her jaw in gymnastics. It has been wired shut. I know the wires will be in about 6 weeks but how long until she is fully recovered?
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Regaining strength after a stroke

My mom had a stroke recently. I don't know a lot of the details. She doesn't seem to have many physical limitations but is weak. What might be the best exercise to help her?...
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Post joint replacement

I will be having both knee replaced soon. Would i have a better recovery working with a physiatrist versus a physical therapist?
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What is causing my chronic back pain?

I don't know what causes my back pain. It's not very severe but it's always there. Is is okay to take something like ibuprofen regularly?
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Recovery for knee meniscectomy?

What's the recovery like for knee meniscectomy? I'm having the procedure in two months and not sure what to expect. Will it be likely for me to experience swelling months after...
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Can PT help with motion sickness?

I have pretty severe motion sensitivity. It seems like all movement makes me a little nauseous. I have heard that physical therapy can help with it. Is this true? How?
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My back hurts when I sit down. Why?

For the last year or so, my back hurts only when I go to sit down. It is a shooting pain that goes up and down the left side of my back. I don't remember straining this area,...
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Broken tibia, fibula and hole in ankle, surgeon suggesting amputation

I fell 20 feet two years ago and broke my tibia, fibula and have a hole in my ankle. I have had 2 surgeries to repair with no success and am in extreme pain constantly. My...
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Brachial plexopathy pain from radiation fibrosis- what will help?

I am a 2 year survivor of breast cancer, but was left with sever burning from the radiation. I have since had sever pain in my brachial plexus. It is hard as rock and feels...
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I have chronic knee pain

I have had right knee pain since I was 9 years old and I am now in my 50s. I have had 3 surgeries to "clean up and straighten up" my knee. At what point should I give up and...
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Help with neck muscle stiffness

I have a lot of problems with the muscles in my neck being stiff and tight. I see a massage therapist frequently and it helps some. Would physical therapy be able to help me...
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Weak from a stroke

I have right side weakness after having a stroke. I can walk okay now but I still struggle with holding small objects in my right hand. Can I ever regain my strength in my hand?...
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Rotator cuff tear

I have a tear in my left rotator cuff. Why is my doctor sending me to PT rather than just fixing it?
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