by Dr David Perna DC | Aug 14, 2017 | Physical Therapy
A herniated disc can be very painful. Anyone who’s encountered one knows this. But if you’re proactive, resorting to surgery won’t be necessary. When the disc herniation has progressed to the point at which there’s weakness in the extremities, surgical intervention...
by Dr David Perna DC | Aug 9, 2017 | Physical Therapy
Low back pain is a common ailment. At some point in our lives, most of us will battle it. If you’re suffering from low back pain, it’s important that you make lifestyle changes to support the health of your lower back. This includes strengthening the core muscles...
by Dr David Perna DC | Aug 6, 2017 | Physical Therapy
Shoulder pain is easy to shrug off. We rarely think about the importance of our shoulders to full physical function until they hurt and suddenly, we’re dealing with lost strength and limited joint mobility. Think about all the things your shoulders do for you. As...
by Dr David Perna DC | Aug 2, 2017 | Back Pain, Legs
Sciatica vs Herniated Disc The age of the internet has presented clinicians like me with a whole new set of problems. The most serious is the problem of patient self-diagnosis. The internet is a vast storehouse of information. It’s possible to find information about...
