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Bursitis- What you need to know - STARS Physical Therapy Prevention with Physical Therapy A vicious cycle of pain and inflammation can result in progressive joint stiffness and muscle weakness, as the body tries to limit the extent of pain associated with bursitis. When pain subsides, a physical therapist can help the individual restore mobility and stren...

A vicious cycle of pain and inflammation can result in progressive joint stiffness and muscle weakness, as the body tries to limit the extent of pain associated with bursitis. When pain subsides, a physical therapist can help the individual restore mobility and strength.
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Bursitis- What you need to know - STARS Physical Therapy Prevention with Physical Therapy A vicious cycle of pain and inflammation can result in progressive joint stiffness and muscle weakness, as the body tries to limit the extent of pain associated with bursitis. When pain subsides, a physical therapist can help the individual restore mobility and stren...

The Saint Alphonsus Capitol Classic Kids run is coming up soon. Saturday June 1st. There is an adaptive course available for kids with physical and/or intellectual challenges sponsored by IncludeAbility with a free entry. Please feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any questions.

What is Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that restricts mobility in the affected arm. A healthy shoulder joint has a greater range of motion than any other joint in the human body. In this condition, the capsule around the shoulder joint becomes inflamed, scarred, thickened, or contracted, forming scar tissue and causing stiffness in the shoulder joint.

https://www.starspt.org/the-stages-of-frozen-shoulder/

Sports medicine is branch of medical practice specialize in treating athletes, from professionals to amateurs, as well as week-end warriors, individuals who are participating in physical fitness and sports training program. They also help individuals improve their athletic performance, recover from injuries, rehabilitate injuries and return athletic individuals to their respective sports. They play an important role in preventing injuries as well.
https://www.starspt.org/sports-medicine/

https://www.starspt.org/celebrating-national-youth-sports-safety-month

www.starspt.org April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, and to celebrate Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services is recognizing all the therapists and sports medicine specialists that play a role in helping the youth stay safe! Not only do our therapists and sports medicine specialists assist young athletes af...

April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, and to celebrate Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services is recognizing all the therapists and sports medicine specialists that play a role in helping the youth stay safe! Not only do our therapists and sports medicine specialists assist young athletes after they have been injured, but they also work with them to prevent injury.

www.starspt.org April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, and to celebrate Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services is recognizing all the therapists and sports medicine specialists that play a role in helping the youth stay safe! Not only do our therapists and sports medicine specialists assist young athletes af...

Question: I find that my neck and shoulders hurt after a long day at work sitting at the computer. Why does this happen and what can I do to help it?
https://www.starspt.org/neck-and-shoulder-pain/

We have all heard the phrase ‘No pain, no gain’. When it comes to the human body, discomfort is acceptable, but pain is not. In fact, there is a threshold of pain tolerance that is unique to each individual.

Can I Overtrain? - STARS Physical Therapy Why You Shouldn’t Overdo It… We have all heard the phrase ‘No pain, no gain’. When it comes to the human body, discomfort is acceptable, but pain is not. In fact, there is a threshold of pain tolerance that is unique to each individual. It’s important to understand and respect this limit. ...

Relieve Heel Pain with these Steps - STARS Physical Therapy Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain resulting from running and jogging, obesity, and excessive standing.

An injury to any part of the heel can be extremely painful, producing inflammation and swelling. Individuals may have difficulty flexing their foot up or down, standing on their toes, or even walking. A heel injury may also result in a tingling sensation indicating the need for immediate medical care that will often require rehabilitation with a physical therapist.

Relieve Heel Pain with these Steps - STARS Physical Therapy Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain resulting from running and jogging, obesity, and excessive standing.

Timberline Vs. Eagle last night! What a game!! Thank you to the Sports Medicine Athletic Trainers.

You know the saying “no pain, no gain”? When it comes to Achilles tendinopathy, this phrase could be amended to “more gain, no pain.” The more strength you gain through the special exercise protocol we use for this condition, the less discomfort you’ll feel. It can be discouraging to hear that you’ll need 10 to 12 weeks of therapy before seeing results, but experience has taught us that, unfortunately, treatment for Achilles tendinopathy takes a while to pay off. Understanding what lies ahead is a good way to mentally and physically prepare yourself for Achilles tendon physiotherapy.

Healing Achilles Tendinopathy: A Marathon, Not a Sprint - STARS Physical Therapy Updated February, 2024 You know the saying “no pain, no gain”? When it comes to Achilles tendinopathy, this phrase could be amended to “more gain, no pain.” The more strength you gain through the special exercise protocol we use for this condition, the less discomfort you’ll feel. It ...

The hip is an important weight bearing joint in the human body. Repetitive stress to the femur (thigh bone) over time can lead to the formation of cracks in the hip joint, which is the junction of the pelvis and the femur. For most individuals, simple cracks can heal over time without the need for surgical intervention. For others, it may escalate into a fracture.

Never Ignore Hip and Thigh Pain - STARS Physical Therapy Updated February 2024 The hip is an important weight bearing joint in the human body. Repetitive stress to the femur (thigh bone) over time can lead to the formation of cracks in the hip joint, which is the junction of the pelvis and the femur. For most individuals, simple cracks can heal over time....

Stars Physical Therapy Job Openings | Boise Medical Careers Great medical careers are available now at multiple STARS locations in the Boise, ID, area and in eastern Oregon. Apply today!

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Stars Physical Therapy Job Openings | Boise Medical Careers Great medical careers are available now at multiple STARS locations in the Boise, ID, area and in eastern Oregon. Apply today!

Putting Your Rotator Cuff Back Together - STARS Physical Therapy Rotator cuff tears, a common injury, send as many as 2 million Americans to their physicians’ offices every year. While many cases can be treated with conservative measures, such as physical therapy, others require rotator cuff repair surgery. One factor affecting surgery outcome is the presence o...

Rotator cuff tears, a common injury, send as many as 2 million Americans to their physicians’ offices every year. While many cases can be treated with conservative measures, such as physical therapy, others require rotator cuff repair surgery. One factor affecting surgery outcome is the presence of fat in place of muscle, a condition that often makes surgery less successful. Even if that is the case, however, a good rehabilitation regimen can help maximize your recovery

Putting Your Rotator Cuff Back Together - STARS Physical Therapy Rotator cuff tears, a common injury, send as many as 2 million Americans to their physicians’ offices every year. While many cases can be treated with conservative measures, such as physical therapy, others require rotator cuff repair surgery. One factor affecting surgery outcome is the presence o...

Snapping hip syndrome, also known as coxa saltans or dancer’s hip, is a condition characterized by a snapping or popping sensation in the hip joint during certain movements. This condition can cause discomfort and pain. The good news is that this can be resolved with physical therapy.

Physical Therapy and Your Hip! - STARS Physical Therapy Updated January, 2024 Snapping hip syndrome, also known as coxa saltans or dancer’s hip, is a condition characterized by a snapping or popping sensation in the hip joint during certain movements. This condition can cause discomfort and pain. The good news is that this can be resolved with physical...

Nocturnal leg cramps are sudden, painful muscle contractions that occur during the night or while sleeping. These cramps typically affect the calf muscles but can also occur in the thighs or feet.

The terms “nocturnal leg cramps” and “charlie horses” are often used interchangeably, but they generally refer to the same phenomenon—a sudden, involuntary contraction or tightening of muscles, usually in the legs.

Nocturnal leg cramps - STARS Physical Therapy Nocturnal leg cramps are sudden, painful muscle contractions that occur during the night or while sleeping. These cramps typically affect the calf muscles but can also occur in the thighs or feet. The terms “nocturnal leg cramps” and “charlie horses” are often used interchangeably, but they ...

Lifestyle for Healthy Living - STARS Physical Therapy Having a healthy life is easier these days with the availability of food supplements and healthy drinks. However, is that all we need? Of course not! Achieving optimum health in our lives requires discipline and hard work. But we can start in simple and small ways. The aforementioned are just simple...

Having a healthy life is easier these days with the availability of food supplements and healthy drinks. However, is that all we need? Of course not! Achieving optimum health in our lives requires discipline and hard work. But we can start in simple and small ways.

Lifestyle for Healthy Living - STARS Physical Therapy Having a healthy life is easier these days with the availability of food supplements and healthy drinks. However, is that all we need? Of course not! Achieving optimum health in our lives requires discipline and hard work. But we can start in simple and small ways. The aforementioned are just simple...

Subchondral Bone Cyst - Symptoms and Treatments - STARS PT A subchondral bone cyst can be painful and difficult to cure; however, physical therapy can provide a cheaper, more permanent solution.

A subchondral bone cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms within the bone, usually near a joint surface. These cysts are commonly associated with osteoarthritis and other joint-related conditions.

Subchondral Bone Cyst - Symptoms and Treatments - STARS PT A subchondral bone cyst can be painful and difficult to cure; however, physical therapy can provide a cheaper, more permanent solution.

Fibula Fracture: Treatment & Healing Process

Fibula Fracture: Treatment & Healing Process : Injury, Symptoms and more - STARS Physical Therapy Updated December 2023 What is fibula fracture? Fibula is a slender and long bone located on the outside of the lower leg, from outside and underneath the knee and extends down to form the outside of the ankle joint. Next to the fibula bone is the tibia, which is thicker. It forms the base of...

Tendinosis is a chronic condition that occurs when a tendon is repeatedly injured and doesn’t heal properly. The main cause of tendinosis is overuse of the tendon. Tendons are thick, fibrous tissues that connect muscles to joints. It can cause pain, swelling, and discomfort.

Tendinosis - STARS Physical Therapy Tendinosis is a chronic condition that occurs when a tendon is repeatedly injured and doesn’t heal properly. The main cause of tendinosis is overuse of the tendon. Tendons are thick, fibrous tissues that connect muscles to joints. It can cause pain, swelling, and discomfort. Tendinosis often invol...

Cold weather and the holiday bustle make the opportunity to exercise difficult, if not impossible. According to an article by In Motion, a publication of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, even just minimal exercise can make a big impact!

Exercise is perhaps the closest thing to a ‘Miracle Drug’ in existence. The benefits of exercise are numerous and include easing depression, lessening heart disease and cancer risk, and even lowering risk of infection. Especially important is the effect of exercise on weight loss and regulation of blood sugar. Obesity and diabetes are perhaps the two leading health threats to Americans with prevalence rates of both conditions skyrocketing. Thankfully, even small bouts of exercise can keep pounds off and greatly lessen the risk of diabetes.

Get moving - your life depends on it!

Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services (STARS) would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Please call us at 367-STAR (7827) or visit our website at www.starspt.org .