by BellairePT | Jul 9, 2015 | Diagnoses & Conditions, Pain
What Is Pelvic Pain? Pelvic pain is felt in the lower abdomen, pelvis, or perineum and is considered to be “chronic” when it lasts for more than 6 months. Pelvic pain can be caused by: Pregnancy and childbirth, when changing hormone levels can affect the...
by BellairePT | Jul 9, 2015 | Diagnoses & Conditions, Hip, Orthopedics
What is a Pelvic Fracture (Hip Fracture)? A pelvic fracture is a crack or break in one or more of the pelvic bones, which are located at the base of the spine. The pelvis is often referred to as part of the hip. (When you “put your hands on your hips,”...
by BellairePT | Jul 9, 2015 | Diagnoses & Conditions, Pain
What is Patellofemoral Pain? Patellofemoral pain syndrome refers to pain at the front of the knee, in and around the kneecap. (The kneecap, or patella, is the triangle-shaped bone at the front of the knee joint. The pain usually is accompanied by tenderness along the...
by BellairePT | Jul 9, 2015 | Diagnoses & Conditions, Diseases
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is related to a loss of nerve cells in your brain that produce a chemical called dopamine. Dopamine is an important factor in controlling movement. The exact cause of PD is not yet known. Family history,...
by BellairePT | Jul 9, 2015 | Diagnoses & Conditions, Pain
Understanding Pain Pain is one of the most common symptoms that may lead someone to seek the help of a physical therapist or other health care professional. Over the past decade, our understanding of how and why pain exists has changed. While pain was once thought to...
