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After a back surgery, when can I start with physical therapy?

I had back surgery, which made me go on bed rest for a long period of time afterward. When should I start with my physical therapy to help me recover faster?
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My brother suffered a stroke that paralysed the left side of his body. Is it the right time to now start physical therapy?

My brother is 56 years old and suffered a stroke suddenly, which paralyzed the left side of his body. We want to help him regain as much strength as he can. When do you think...
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Does physical therapy help in treating pins and needles pain?

The pain in my legs and feet literally feel like pins and needles, and I often feel very uncomfortable. Should I try physical therapy to get rid of this pain? I don't really...
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What can I do for soreness in my legs?

I did a half marathon a couple days ago and my legs are now sore. It hurts to get up and walk. What should I do? Should I rely on cold or hot treatment, or both?
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What should I do for knee pain?

I am experiencing a sharp pain whenever I bend my knees. I'm not sure why this is happening, but it started ever since I began running in the mornings before work. Do you think...
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Is there any way to get relief from pain in my mid-back?

I have a sharp pain in the middle of my back. Sometimes it goes away with pain relievers, but it usually comes back. Are there any exercises to get rid of this pain?
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I have a pain in my hamstrings after playing baseball. Can you suggest some stretches that could help me out?

I played baseball today and now I have a sore, dull pain in my hamstrings. Could you suggest some stretches that could help me out? Should I stretch before playing next time?...
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Should I start physical therapy after 2 weeks of having my cast removed?

I fractured my hand after falling, and I had a cast for 6 weeks. Its been 2 weeks since the cast was removed. Should I start physical therapy?
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I am having a lot of pain all over my body post pregnancy. Should I go for some physical therapy?

After giving birth, I have been experiencing a lot of widespread pain throughout my body. Can physical therapy help the pain?
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My son's left leg is weaker than the right. Do you think I can start him on some physical therapy?

My son is 5 years old and I have noticed that his left leg is weaker than his right. Do you think physical therapy may help him? What exercises should we do to help him build...
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I get a cracking sound in my kneecap while running. Is this normal?

I am running to lose weight as I am overweight by almost 50 lb. I get a strange cracking sound in my knee cap while running. Is this normal?
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Can physical therapy help with pregnancy backaches?

I am in the 5th month of my pregnancy and I am already having a lot of back pain and discomfort. I am worried as the months pass, the pain will worsen. Can physical therapy help...
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How long does Guillain-Barré syndrome take to get treated with physical therapy?

My son suffered from Guillain-Barré syndrome. He has now been discharged from the hospital and the doctor says only physical therapy can help him recover quickly. How long will...
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I have recently put on a lot of weight and feel stiff around my hands and thighs. What can I do?

I have recently put on a lot of weight as a side effect of my depression medication. I want to work out but feel very stiff all over my body. What can I do? What kinds of workouts...
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Can lying down on your stomach and watching TV affect my neck?

I have a weird habit of lying down and watching TV. I have also felt a little pain when I do so. Is my posture affecting my neck?
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I am gaining weight around the back of my neck. What could be the problem?

I am suddenly gaining a lot of weight on the back of my neck and it's also hurting. What could be the problem? Can you suggest some stretches to tone this area?
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I have slight weakness in my muscles along with pain in the forearms. What could this be?

I am 42 years old and since last month I am experiencing muscle weakness along with slight pain on my left hand side. What could be the reason for this pain?
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Why do we feel giddy in certain asanas?

I have been practicing yoga for the past 12 years. However, lately I've been feeling giddy when practicing certain asanas. What could be wrong?
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Can lifting weights cause wear and tear?

I have been told that weight lifting can result in wear and tear of the body. I go to the gym quite frequently, so I'm wondering if this should be a concern. What should I do?...
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Can you suggest some stretches for treating my sciatica pain?

I am having a lot of pain around my back, which I believe is because of my sciatica. Are there any stretches or exercises that I can use to treat this pain?
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