Dry needling sounds like something horrifying, but don’t be tricked or put off by the title. It’s actually one of the most powerful modalities in treating pain in your muscles. Without further ado, let’s get right to the point about…
Personal injuries can have a profound impact on your life, affecting your mobility, daily activities, and overall well-being. In the aftermath of an accident or trauma, seeking appropriate medical care is crucial, and physical therapy often plays a vital role…
It is that time of year again! Kids are heading back to school and school sports will inevitably begin. Unfortunately, that means sport-related injuries also increase across our schools. In this blog, we break down common things to know of…
You use your forearm muscles more than you know. If you have a desk job, typing and texting on your phone and computer all day utilizes muscles and tendons in both your wrist and forearm – a lot. If you…
Physical therapy is something we may have all heard about, but hand therapy might be an unfamiliar territory. Although physical therapy and hand therapy are similar, there are some major differences between the two that should be understood. We use…
If you are pregnant and are wondering why you are having numbness and tingling in your hands, you’ve come to the right place. Hand pain in pregnancy can often occur, and if you’re feeling that tingle in your wrists and…
Adhesive capsulitis, better known as frozen shoulder, is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in your shoulder. It is a condition that gradually appears over time, and it is not the result of an acute injury. Signs and symptoms…
Desert Hand & Physical therapy is now providing physical and occupational therapy care!
Just saying the words ‘therapeutic massage’ may conjure up images of the ultimate relaxation. Candles, calming music and aromatherapy scents wafting through the air while your worries slowly melt away and vanish. But a therapeutic massage is so, so much…
A wrist brace can do wonders for the health of your hands and wrists. And it’s not just for injuries – a wrist brace can be used to help prevent injury, irritation, or pain during many common activities. Some of…