Upper Body

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder-Prevention and Treatment

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is often undervalued and misunderstood in the realm of physical therapy, yet it is one of the most used joints of the human body and is involved in many of the functions that make humans unique beings.

Shoulder, Upper Body

Shoulder Instability and Dislocations

The shoulder is a joint designed for mobility, with more degrees of freedom than any other joint in the body. But excessive mobility can lead to shoulder instability, subluxation, or dislocation, with peak incidences of injury occurring in athletes in their 20s.

Shoulder, Upper Body

The Key to Preventing Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is an unfortunately common condition that brings patients of all ages to physical therapy. Athletes, new moms, industrial workers, retirees — all of these patients have landed in our clinics.

Upper Body

Understanding Rib Cage Strains

The Chicago Cubs announced Friday that rookie slugger Kyle Schwarber is out for 3-5 days with a "mild rib cage strain. "What is there to strain in there anyway?

Upper Body

5 Upper Body Warm Up Exercises

These five exercises will take you through a proper upper body warm-up.

Back Pain, Upper Body

How To Increase Movement In Your Upper and Mid Back

This article explains the importance of mobilizing the thoracic spine and how to do so using a foam roller.