How Common Are They? Tension-type headaches (TTH) are one of the most common types of headaches, affecting millions of people worldwide. They are characterized by a dull, aching pain on both sides of the head, often described as a tight band around the head. TTH can also be accompanied by muscle tension in the neck and shoulders. Living with tension-type …
COVID-19 is Still Here. Is Telehealth Really an Effective Option?
In March, we all retreated into our homes as the time of stay-at-home orders and quarantine began. If you’re like me, you thought, “Surely, this will all be over in a month. Everyone will do what’s in the best interest of others, and we’ll get through this – America always does!” Unfortunately, the post is being written nearly half a …
The New Way to Manage Neck Pain (That Decreases Opioid Prescriptions and Lowers Cost)
For most of us, it’s not news that our healthcare system doesn’t spend money in the right places. We spend far more per capita on healthcare than any other country in the world,1and our outcomes–when it comes to the vast majority of orthopedic issues– aren’t any better. The News For those of you with neck pain, don’t hang your head. Luckily for …
Neck Pain: 5 Things to Know
Neck Pain: 5 Things to Know Neck pain is one of the most common things we see in physical therapy, and especially here at The Motive. Neck pain doesn’t have to be scary or frightening or effect so many aspects of your life, but it often does. Because we believe knowledge is power, we’ve created a helpful infographic available to …