Tag Archives: Rehabilitation exercises

Ice vs. Heat For Pain

| April 16, 2024

Ice vs. Heat Frequently, we’re asked at PT Northwest about whether to use ice vs. heat for an injury. To simplify things, here are some general guidelines to consider. However, it’s crucial to remember that if you have conditions such as fibromyalgia, Reflex Sympathetic Disorder (RSD), or rheumatoid arthritis, your sensory pathways might not respond […]

What is a FOOSH Injury?

| December 21, 2023

FOOSH INJURIES A FOOSH (Fall On an Out Stretched Hand) injury, a common consequence of falls, can significantly impact upper body function. This injury occurs when individuals instinctively use their hands to break a fall, resulting in strains, sprains, or fractures in the hand, wrist, elbow, or shoulder upon impact. While the reflex to break […]