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Whiplash is a common injury in the U.S., with approximately three million people suffering from neck strain. The prognosis for those with whiplash varies. If you have whiplash and physical therapy is part of your recommended treatment, you may wonder how long you’ll need physical therapy treatments and services for whiplash and what to expect. ZK Physical Therapy &…
Back injuries in the workplace can be life-altering events. Whether you work a physically demanding job, have workplace repetitive strain, or have been injured in an accident, physical therapy can help you get back on your feet and back to work without pain or limitations. Physical therapy is a natural, non-medication-based, and non-invasive way to…
After you or someone you love experiences a car accident, your first concern should be your health and getting better. However, financial concerns can prove burdensome as well. After an accident it’s natural to wonder, “Does physical therapy affect your settlement after a car accident?” The answer is yes, it can, and usually, in a…
Injury, illness, and surgery are common reasons you may need physical therapy. If you’re about to start physical therapy, you may wonder how long physical therapy takes to work, what factors affect treatment timelines, and what you can expect during the recovery process. Whether you’re recovering from a slip-and-fall injury, dealing with chronic pain, have…
Are you wondering, “Is physical therapy painful?” Or are you worried about beginning physical therapy because it might cause discomfort? Have you delayed treatment because of fear? While there can be some mild discomfort associated with physical therapy, it’s actually designed specifically to reduce pain. In fact, many people feel much better after a session and nearly everyone feels much better after a…
If you’ve suffered an injury at work, you know how debilitating, painful, and downright frustrating it can be. Maybe you’re looking for an option to feel better without surgery, without more pills or injections, or without more side effects. If so, then physical therapy is probably for you. Physical therapy is a non-invasive, non-medication-based treatment that helps injuries heal properly and make people…
One of the most serious injuries someone can become victim to is a hip fracture. Hip fractures often occur after a car accident, a slip and fall, or other traumatic accidents. Unfortunately, older adults are particularly prone to hip fractures, because as we get older, our bones become more brittle, and we grow less sure footed. While healing a hip fracture almost always involves surgery…
According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), as many as 300,000 people experience a hip fracture every year, in the United States alone. A fractured hip is a serious injury that will require physical therapy to regain as close to full function as possible. Keep reading to learn more about physical therapy for…
According to the National Safety Council, in 2023, roughly 5.1 million Americans were injured in an auto accident. Being in a car accident can be traumatic, not just for the mind, but also for the body. Keep reading to learn about what to expect in physical therapy after a car accident, and how ZK Physical…
If you or someone you love has recently suffered an injury, you might be asking, “How long should physical therapy last for an injury?” We’ll give you the answer up front — exactly as long as it needs. We understand this is an unsatisfying answer. In reality, there are many factors that go into how long someone should undergo physical therapy. The…