Back pain is a huge problem in developed nations worldwide. It has or will affect most of us. The current estimate is that 80% of people will experience back pain at least once. It is the single biggest cause for disability, the third most common reason for doctor visits, and one of the most common …
For people who are sick, going to the doctor and getting a diagnosis is common sense. But who do you see for diagnosis if you’ve got a movement “illness”? If your knee hurts when you go hiking, you can’t get on and off the floor to play with your kids, or you can’t lift things …
Unfortunately, many of us know individuals who have been affected by heart disease or stroke. The combination of inactivity and poor diet is the second most common preventable cause of death in the United States, while smoking is the first. A healthy diet and a healthy lifestyle are your best weapons to fight cardiovascular disease. …
Think about the last time you made a big purchase, say $1,000 or more. Did you go out and buy the first thing you saw? Take one recommendation from somebody? Or did you research it, learn some things, compare it to other options, and select something that was right for you? Most people tend to …
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Colder weather means some changes to how we exercise. Of course, it’s harder to motivate yourself to get outside for a run or bike ride when the temperature drops and the shorter days compress your schedules, but there are changes in your body that affect your ability to exercise too. For many people with arthritis …
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A good exercise program incorporates stretching, strengthening, and aerobic conditioning. Stretching is a very important part of exercising, but is often overlooked. Many people either skip stretching completely, or only spend a couple of minutes stretching. Ideally, everyone should spend time stretching daily. There are many benefits to stretching. Stretching helps to avoid injury. Many …
Dry needling is a fairly new procedure now performed by Physical Therapists that takes a solid monofilament needle and penetrates the skin to an intended structure subcutaneously. Well, it sounds a lot like performing Acupuncture. The answer is yes, it does. It uses the exact same kind of needle and the points of entry can …
Low back pain is one of the most common diagnoses our physical therapists treat – and for good reason! Over 80% of Americans will experience an episode of low back pain at some point during their lives1. Physical therapy is an effective, safe, and cost-conscious way to treat this condition and help people get back …
This was my second time with Elite (new injury). I was very pleased with Chelsea. There was never a dull moment. She has so much energy, she even got me excited to do my exercises at home. I highly recommend their care! She is a treasure as a therapist and I am going to miss …
Do you have a sudden injury that is limiting you from your everyday routine? A nagging pain that just isn’t going away? You have probably thought of going to the doctor but don’t feel like going through the hassle of scheduling an appointment, waiting to see the doctor only to find out they want you …
Under South Carolina Direct Access laws, you can be seen at ELITE for up to 30 days without a referral physician’s script.
