Insurance 101 for PT Patients So, your insurance “covers†physical therapy—which means you won’t have to pay anything out-of-pocket for your therapy visits, right? Not quite. The fact that your insurance plan covers PT services – or any other services, for that matter – doesn’t necessarily mean you’re off the hook as far as payment … Read more
Feeling Stiff and Achy? Physical Therapy Can Help! Everyone wakes up feeling some pain in their joints or muscles from time to time. But if you find yourself consistently waking up stiff and achy, it might be time for pain-relief work with a Physical Therapy of Melissa physical therapist. Aching or stiff joints may be … Read more
Arthritis is a joint disorder, which features inflammation, pain and stiffness. There is also often a loss in movement with arthritis, as the joints are too inflamed to move. When only a single joint is involved it’s known as monoarthritis. If two or three joints are involved it’s referred to as oligoarthritis. To date there … Read more
Headaches are the third most common pain complaint throughout the world. They are debilitating and can greatly impact a person’s quality of life. Fortunately, relief is possible. By working with a trained Physical Therapy of Melissa physical therapist, you can experience immediate pain relief from stress-related headaches and other ailments that may be contributing to your … Read more
If there’s one thing that you can count on a Physical Therapy of Melissa physical therapist introducing into every session, it’s stretching. Yes, building strength and endurance is important. But whether you’re an athlete, or someone coping with the aches and pains of aging, increasing your flexibility through stretching is crucial. Read on to learn … Read more
Too many of us have an all-or-nothing attitude when it comes to staying fit. We’re too “slammed†at work for the gym, or our kids’ activities are keeping us in the car — and off the track — for long hours. Yet, here at Physical Therapy of Melissa, we recommend a few basic elements you … Read more
Tips for Choosing an Insurance Plan Whether you’re shopping for your own insurance or going through the benefits selection process with your employer, choosing the right plan can seem like an overwhelming task. While we can’t tell you which specific plan to choose, the following questions should help you with the selection process. Questions to … Read more
Internal inflammation can wreak havoc with your health. You may already be seeing a physical therapist for inflammation-related health issues, such as arthritis. Whether you have a specific diagnosis or generalized pain in your back and joints, Physical Therapy of Melissa can help. Your physical therapist may also suggest an anti-inflammatory diet for additional pain … Read more
Of the four distinct types of headaches — tension, migraine, sinus and cluster — the tension type is the most common. Of course, stress is a natural reaction to stimuli and can keep us safe from danger. Yet an excessive amount of stress can lead to tension headaches. That’s why learning how to handle emotional … Read more
There has been a 60% increase in the estimated number of concussions and other traumatic brain injuries (TBI) seen among young athletes in the past decade according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Concussion is a traumatic brain injury that can cause lasting effects on brain tissue and change the chemical balance of the … Read more
