- ArthritisArthritis is an umbrella term used to describe conditions affecting the joints and surrounding tissues. The two most common types are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). OA tends to occur with aging or after a joint injury and predominantly affects the fingers, knees, and hips. On the other hand, RA is an autoimmune disorder that primarily targets the lining of the joints, leading to painful swelling, which can eventually result in joint deformity.
- FibromyalgiaInfrared light therapy, on the other hand, involves the use of infrared light to generate heat that penetrates deep into the tissues. This heat helps to increase blood flow, which can reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and promote healing. Infrared light therapy is often used to treat chronic pain conditions, such as arthritis and fibromyalgia.
- Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis is an inflammation in the connective tissue on the bottom of your foot. This can occur from aggravated overuse, such as constant standing, improper posture, or footwear that lacks proper arch support.
- Primary CarePhysical therapy can effectively reduce or eliminate pain in your elbows, wrists, and hands. It can even help you avoid surgery. According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), manual physical therapy may even work better than surgery for conditions such as carpal tunnel. Often a physical therapist will work in conjunction with your primary care doctor to identify the root cause of your pain. A physical therapist will evaluate your condition which can include assessing your flexibility and strength. After a complete evaluation has been made a physical therapist will put together an individualized program to treat your pain. Exercise and stretching may be included to improve your strength and increase the range of motion. A physical therapist may also use heat and ice therapy, massage treatment, or electrical stimulation.
- Emergency CareFractures and breaks. When you have a bone injury during a game or workout, a trip to the emergency room usually results in a cast to promote healing. But as your bone is recovering, the muscles around it are weakening. Physical therapy helps to strengthen the affected area following a fracture.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeCarpal tunnel – This condition occurs in the wrist where tendons and a primary nerve run along the forearm to the hand. There is extensive pressure on the median nerve that causes pain in your hand. Symptoms can include numbness, burning, and pain throughout the hand. There may be a pain in the wrist that extends to the elbow. You might experience a weakened grip and have problems lifting items. The hand may also become swollen.
- Multiple SclerosisThe resistance of the water provides a gentle and effective way to exercise and stretch the muscles, which can help improve flexibility and range of motion. This is particularly beneficial for people with conditions that limit their mobility, such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy.
- Stress ManagementOur practice takes a holistic approach, focusing not just on the site of pain or injury but on the overall well-being of our patients. We address lifestyle factors, ergonomics, nutritional advice, and provide strategies for stress management, all of which play a vital role in the recovery process.
- Diabetes Care
- UltrasoundUltrasound, a type of mechanical energy, has been used for years to reduce chronic pain and speed up the healing process. A physical therapist can use ultrasound therapy in a variety of ways..
- X-Rays
- SciaticaBack pain and sciatica differ but are often confused with each other. Back is specific to the upper, mid or low back. Sciatica is a more diffuse, radiating pain down the buttock, thigh, and even leg. It is also possible to have radiculopathy, which is a radiating numbness, tingling, burning, or sharp pain to a specific part of the leg. This is often associated with a herniated disc, or entrapment of the nerve of that area, as it exits the spine.
- WhiplashHead and Neck Pain – including whiplash and headaches, migraines, degenerative joint disease, degenerative disk disease or osteoarthritis
- Pinched NerveApart from the longer timeframe, chronic pain differs from the other main category of pain — acute pain — in that it doesn’t always have a cause you can pinpoint. In fact, while acute pain normally comes from a sudden illness or injury, chronic pain might stem from a wrenched back that happened so long ago that you don’t remember. Alternatively, your pain may have its origins from non-injury conditions, such as a degenerating disk, aging joints, or a pinched nerve.
- Joint Replacement
- Hip ReplacementHip replacement surgery is a medical procedure that helps people with severe hip pain and limited mobility regain their quality of life. During this surgery, a surgeon replaces the damaged..
- Knee ReplacementKnee replacement surgery is a medical procedure that helps people who have severe knee pain and limited mobility due to damaged knee joints. During this surgery, a doctor replaces..
- Sports MedicineIn addition to Anodyne Therapy, we also offer Infrared Light Therapy, which uses similar technology to stimulate healing and reduce pain. Infrared light has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions, from arthritis and back pain to tendonitis and sports injuries.
- Physical TherapyOur Physical Therapy practice places patients first. Our passion is to help them reduce pain or discomfort quickly through a hands-on approach that assesses and treats physical conditions that affect muscles and nerves.
- Occupational Therapy
- Frozen Shoulder The medical term for frozen shoulder, according to the Mayo Clinic, is adhesive capsulitis. If your arm has been in a cast or sling for a long time, or you were bedridden and had no opportunity to exercise your shoulder, the tissues may have stiffened up on you.
- Tennis ElbowDry needling is backed by scientific research as well as a modern Western medical practice. Dry needling is a neurophysiological evidence-based treatment technique and an effective treatment for chronic pain and other musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, rotator cuff tendonitis, reduced range of motion, repetitive motion disorders, like carpal tunnel syndrome, scar-tissue buildup, disk, and spinal problems, myofascial pain, and a lot more. To achieve the full effects of dry needling, most patients require at least two or three sessions in the office, however, others may require up to six office visits. Depending on your condition, dry needling can be performed once or twice a week.
- Shoulder Pain
- Heel Pain
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Aquatic TherapyThere are many benefits of aquatic therapy that make it an ideal treatment option for a wide range of conditions. Here are just a few...
- Manual TherapyYour treatment plan will typically include a combination of specialized hands-on manual therapy techniques, exercises and stretching, in order to restore joint mobility, improve balance, and strengthen the foot and ankle muscles.
- Ankle SprainWhether you’re a weekend warrior or a serious athlete, sports injuries are a fact of life. A twisted ankle or an aching back can usually be treated at home. But for those breaks and tears that call..
- Flat FeetYour foot contains several tendons that work together to form your arch. When the tendons pull together properly, your foot will form a proper arch. However, when the tendons do not pull together properly, your foot will form a very small arch or no arch at all. This is referred to as “fallen arch†or “flat foot†and can cause pain or discomfort with time.
- Heel Pain
- Foot Pain
- Metatarsalgia
- Plantar FasciitisPlantar Fasciitis is a common problem that can cause pain in your feet. It happens when a part of your foot called the plantar fascia gets irritated and inflamed. The plantar fascia is a long, thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom..