Physical Therapy Blog

Learn why dizziness when standing happens, what causes lightheadedness, and when symptoms may signal a need for medical attention.

Vestibular therapy is a powerful form of treatment. Its design is to help patients with vestibular disorders return to daily life without discomfort and dizziness. In the following content, we explore a variety of vestibular disorders, including causes and symptoms, as well as the impact vestibular therapy can have on suffering patients. Finally, we answer – “What is Vestibular Therapy?”, and “what does this helpful therapy involve?”

The holiday season is fast approaching, but that doesn’t mean that you need to put your health and wellness goals on hold! Consistency is key when building healthy habits at any time of the year. Allowing yourself to enjoy fun holiday foods, but in a mindful, balanced way can prevent you from derailing the trajectory of your wellness journey. Continue reading for tips to incorporate mindful eating during the upcoming holiday season:

For many people, urinary incontinence isn’t something they like to talk about, but it impacts virtually every part of a person’s life. Activities become harder to do, heading out for lunch with a friend is worrisome, and monitoring how much you drink becomes a habit. The condition isn’t uncommon, though. It’s estimated that 13 million people in the US suffer from incontinence. Of those, 85% are women. While it may seem like something you have to live with, that’s not the case for many people. Physical therapy for urinary incontinence can be highly effective and may change the path of your life as a result.

If you’ve ever felt a headache build after hours at a desk or scrolling through your phone, posture could be playing a bigger role than you think. Poor alignment can strain more than just your neck or shoulders. It often contributes directly to headache pain. When the muscles around your spine stay tense for too long, they can irritate nerves, restrict movement, and lead to headaches that seem to come out of nowhere. Small, repeated habits often set the stage for ongoing discomfort.

Ever feel like your hamstrings are always tight, no matter how much you stretch them? You’re not alone. Many people assume tightness means a muscle just needs to be lengthened, but the real cause is often more complicated. Nerve tension, prolonged sitting, and even weak core and hip muscles can all put strain on the hamstrings. Stretching won’t fix the problem unless those deeper issues are addressed.  To get lasting relief, it helps to understand what’s really pulling those muscles tight in the first place and learn what actually helps them feel better in a way that lasts. Learning what contributes to this kind of discomfort can save time, prevent injury, and lead to better long-term results.

In every type of work environment, from office desks to construction sites, injuries can happen. Some are sudden and dramatic, like a fall, while others develop slowly over time, like neck pain from poor posture. No matter how they arise, workplace injuries can significantly impact a person’s health, career, and overall well-being. Fortunately, physical therapy plays a pivotal role in both preventing and treating these common injuries. At Rock Valley Physical Therapy, we specialize in helping employees recover faster, avoid future injuries, and return to work safely.

If you’ve ever felt a sharp, nagging pain on the outside of your hip, especially after running , biking, or even just walking uphill, you might be dealing with something called IT band hip pain. It’s a common complaint amongst athletes and active individuals, but the good news is, there’s a lot you can do to relieve and prevent it.