Comments for Health and Fitness 101 http://healthandfitness101.com Health & Fitness for the Montana Lifestyle Tue, 15 May 2012 17:16:51 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.1 Comment on Free Online Orthopedic Patient Resources at Alpine Physical Therapy by Brent Dodge http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827&cpage=1#comment-27558 Brent Dodge Tue, 15 May 2012 17:16:51 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827#comment-27558 Visit our free online resource at www.AlpinePTmissoula.com. Click on Patient Resources, then Spine-Lumbar. View the document on Degenerative Disc Disease. Schedule an appointment with a physical therapist who works with folks who have back pain. Best to you. Visit our free online resource at http://www.AlpinePTmissoula.com. Click on Patient Resources, then Spine-Lumbar. View the document on Degenerative Disc Disease. Schedule an appointment with a physical therapist who works with folks who have back pain. Best to you.

]]> Comment on Free Online Orthopedic Patient Resources at Alpine Physical Therapy by amit http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827&cpage=1#comment-27557 amit Tue, 15 May 2012 15:07:19 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827#comment-27557 I am 27 year old.i have a Lower back pain.I got MRI.Its Conclusion : Dehydrated L5-S1 inter vertebral disc showing small to moderate size posterior central herniation with slight right sided propensity. Narrowed neural foramina with partially compressed exiting nerve roots (right>left). mild right paracentric herniation of L2-3 disc showing reduced hydration with resultant thecal sac indentation and mild compromise of right neural canal. please suggest me what can i do????? I am 27 year old.i have a Lower back pain.I got MRI.Its Conclusion : Dehydrated L5-S1 inter vertebral disc showing small to moderate size posterior central herniation with slight right sided propensity. Narrowed neural foramina with partially compressed exiting nerve roots (right>left).
mild right paracentric herniation of L2-3 disc showing reduced hydration with resultant thecal sac indentation and mild compromise of right neural canal.

please suggest me what can i do?????

]]> Comment on Physical Therapy Case Study: Sport-Related Shoulder Injury (Labral Tear) by Brent Dodge http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=776&cpage=1#comment-27531 Brent Dodge Sun, 13 May 2012 23:47:50 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=776#comment-27531 Wow. I'm sorry to hear you'e having trouble with your shoulder, Ajay. I can tell you that over the past 20 years in clinical practice, I've seen people respond well to physical therapy, even in the face of a labral tear. These are most often partial tears that go on to heal and yield reasonable shoulder joint stability. Truly, these patients often do better with guided physical therapy, which includes movement retraining and joint stabilization exercises. Granted, outcomes with physical therapy for this condition, particularly when the tear is large and the joint is unstable, are not always 100 percent successful, but conservative care is generally warranted. I have a patient currently whom I saw prior to his being seen by an orthopedic surgeon. He showed signs and symptoms and had positive clinical test results for a labral tear. I treated him 4 times, and it became evident early on that he would likely need surgery. When he ended up seeing an orthopedic surgeon, the MRI was positive for a large posterior labral tear. He's scheduled for surgery in early June. So to answer your question, it's quite likely that a course of physical therapy may be beneficial, but because you've been dealing with this now for 5 months, a more prudent approach may be to seek out an orthopedic surgeon sooner, rather than later. I hope the best for you either way. Best, Brent. Wow. I’m sorry to hear you’e having trouble with your shoulder, Ajay. I can tell you that over the past 20 years in clinical practice, I’ve seen people respond well to physical therapy, even in the face of a labral tear. These are most often partial tears that go on to heal and yield reasonable shoulder joint stability. Truly, these patients often do better with guided physical therapy, which includes movement retraining and joint stabilization exercises. Granted, outcomes with physical therapy for this condition, particularly when the tear is large and the joint is unstable, are not always 100 percent successful, but conservative care is generally warranted. I have a patient currently whom I saw prior to his being seen by an orthopedic surgeon. He showed signs and symptoms and had positive clinical test results for a labral tear. I treated him 4 times, and it became evident early on that he would likely need surgery. When he ended up seeing an orthopedic surgeon, the MRI was positive for a large posterior labral tear. He’s scheduled for surgery in early June. So to answer your question, it’s quite likely that a course of physical therapy may be beneficial, but because you’ve been dealing with this now for 5 months, a more prudent approach may be to seek out an orthopedic surgeon sooner, rather than later. I hope the best for you either way. Best, Brent.

]]> Comment on Physical Therapy Case Study: Sport-Related Shoulder Injury (Labral Tear) by Ajay T http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=776&cpage=1#comment-27510 Ajay T Fri, 11 May 2012 14:58:03 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=776#comment-27510 Hi Brent! I hv been diagnosed with Partial Labral tear through MRI. It occurred while bowling (cricket). The injury is 5 month old now. Can it be cured without surgery? Hi Brent!

I hv been diagnosed with Partial Labral tear through MRI. It occurred while bowling (cricket).
The injury is 5 month old now. Can it be cured without surgery?

]]> Comment on Free Online Orthopedic Patient Resources at Alpine Physical Therapy by Brent Dodge http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827&cpage=1#comment-24629 Brent Dodge Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:48:28 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827#comment-24629 In view of the symptoms you describe, which doesn't detail an incident that might account for your symptoms, I would first advise that you see your primary health care provider to rule out any problems with your heart. Pain in the areas you describe may indicate heart trouble. If you're okay in that department, it is possible that the symptoms you feel are originating in your neck. Evaluation of your neck may identify that symptoms are actually being referred from your neck to the areas you describe. If you experienced an actual event that cause a strain to the muscles about your shoulder blade, then, yes, you may have muscle spasm related to that injury. It sounds as though you've given the home-remedy a reasonable try, and because symptoms persist, you may now wish to consider seeing a professional who treats orthopedic conditions, such as an osteopathic physician, a chiropractic physician, or physical therapist. As a physical therapist for 20 years, I have good success treating the type of condition you describe . . . if in fact the symptoms are truly musculoskeletal in nature (and not originating from, as I mentioned early, other sources . . . like your heart). In view of the symptoms you describe, which doesn’t detail an incident that might account for your symptoms, I would first advise that you see your primary health care provider to rule out any problems with your heart. Pain in the areas you describe may indicate heart trouble. If you’re okay in that department, it is possible that the symptoms you feel are originating in your neck. Evaluation of your neck may identify that symptoms are actually being referred from your neck to the areas you describe. If you experienced an actual event that cause a strain to the muscles about your shoulder blade, then, yes, you may have muscle spasm related to that injury. It sounds as though you’ve given the home-remedy a reasonable try, and because symptoms persist, you may now wish to consider seeing a professional who treats orthopedic conditions, such as an osteopathic physician, a chiropractic physician, or physical therapist. As a physical therapist for 20 years, I have good success treating the type of condition you describe . . . if in fact the symptoms are truly musculoskeletal in nature (and not originating from, as I mentioned early, other sources . . . like your heart).

]]> Comment on Exercise (Even a Little) for the Health of it in 2012 by Brent Dodge http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2908&cpage=1#comment-24628 Brent Dodge Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:41:01 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2908#comment-24628 Fantastic, Henry. Best to your health in 2012 . . . and beyond! Fantastic, Henry. Best to your health in 2012 . . . and beyond!

]]> Comment on A Success Story of Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain by Brent Dodge http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2858&cpage=1#comment-24627 Brent Dodge Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:37:48 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2858#comment-24627 I too have heard that ART is an exceptional form of treatment. I reviewed the ART website and determined that they have various forms of certification. If you visit their website at http://www.activerelease.com, you'll find a lot of information that may be of help to you. Also, go to http://www.activerelease.com/providerSearch.asp and insert your zip code to find a certified ART provider near you. Best to you. I too have heard that ART is an exceptional form of treatment. I reviewed the ART website and determined that they have various forms of certification. If you visit their website at http://www.activerelease.com, you’ll find a lot of information that may be of help to you. Also, go to http://www.activerelease.com/providerSearch.asp and insert your zip code to find a certified ART provider near you. Best to you.

]]> Comment on Free Online Orthopedic Patient Resources at Alpine Physical Therapy by Renè filardo http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827&cpage=1#comment-24624 Renè filardo Sat, 07 Jan 2012 18:33:47 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2827#comment-24624 Hello, I'm a 42 yr. old female. I woke up with severe scapula/shoulder blade pain that radiates down my arm especially around the elbow and bicep area. In addition, I have had spasms from my wrist all the way down to my left rib cage including the chest area. I have iced, used heating pads, hot baths and showers, ibuprofen and a strong muscle relaxers to alleviate the pain. Nothing has worked. I believe that I may have a few torn fibers simultaneously under the rotator cup, but I feel more of the pain in an around the shoulder blade. The pain that is intolerable is that riding down the arm (outside) just above the elbow. It practically brings me to my knees. Any ideas what it could be and some home remedies to help the pain..... I'm without health insurance. Hello,

I’m a 42 yr. old female. I woke up with severe scapula/shoulder blade pain that radiates down my arm especially around the elbow and bicep area. In addition, I have had spasms from my wrist all the way down to my left rib cage including the chest area. I have iced, used heating pads, hot baths and showers, ibuprofen and a strong muscle relaxers to alleviate the pain. Nothing has worked. I believe that I may have a few torn fibers simultaneously under the rotator cup, but I feel more of the pain in an around the shoulder blade. The pain that is intolerable is that riding down the arm (outside) just above the elbow. It practically brings me to my knees. Any ideas what it could be and some home remedies to help the pain…..

I’m without health insurance.

]]> Comment on Exercise (Even a Little) for the Health of it in 2012 by Henry http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2908&cpage=1#comment-24622 Henry Sat, 07 Jan 2012 10:47:38 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2908#comment-24622 Loved your presentation this could motivate ANYONE to get started!! Loved your presentation this could motivate ANYONE to get started!!

]]> Comment on A Success Story of Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain by Esther Blanchard http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2858&cpage=1#comment-24621 Esther Blanchard Sat, 07 Jan 2012 08:36:45 +0000 http://healthandfitness101.com/?p=2858#comment-24621 Hello there - I'm constantly searching for decent blogs and sites in relation to massage therapy and wellness overall. The chiropractor I see locally here uses a method called Active Release Technique and it has really helped especially when I combine that with massage therapy. It's hard to find a good clinic - how do you evaluate who's good and who isn't? Other than patient testimonials and such - would be nice to get a checklist or something to save lots of time with poor providers. Thanks for your time. Hello there – I’m constantly searching for decent blogs and sites in relation to massage therapy and wellness overall. The chiropractor I see locally here uses a method called Active Release Technique and it has really helped especially when I combine that with massage therapy. It’s hard to find a good clinic – how do you evaluate who’s good and who isn’t? Other than patient testimonials and such – would be nice to get a checklist or something to save lots of time with poor providers. Thanks for your time.

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