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An Introduction to Chronic Pain Management Techniques
We treat acute and chronic pain with pain management techniques. Learn how pain management options can help keep pain from interfering with your activities. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation, Senior Health
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Article - 2 Minute Read
George’s Story: Recovering with Blood Flow Restriction Treatment
In September 2020, George Patek nearly lost his leg in a car accident. He sustained an open distal fracture of his tibia and fibula, above his ankle, and underwent surgery at that time. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Eileen: Overcoming Back Pain Without Surgery
By the time Eileen Scott turned 66, she was at her wit's end. Born with scoliosis, she'd spent a lifetime dealing with chronic back pain. But her pain had become so severe she could barely walk 250 steps a day. As she neared retirement, she wondered about her future and dreams of traveling. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Matt’s Story: Runner Recovers from Achilles Tendon Injury with Physical Therapy
Matt loves to run so much that in August 2020 he ran 21 marathons in 21 days. But he came out of it with an Achilles tendon injury. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Jack’s Story: Battling Back from COVID-19 at the Inpatient Rehab Unit
After a two-month-long odyssey that involved a helicopter life-flight, three hospitals, and 11 days on a ventilator, Jack finally made it home with help from the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute's inpatient unit at UPMC Williamsport. Read about his story. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Claudia’s Story: Strengthening Her Core with Physical Therapy
Claudia M., 68, started experiencing back pain over a decade ago and began participating in physical therapy. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Women’s Health Physical Therapy Program Helps to Enhance Quality of Life
From childbirth to menopause and beyond, women have specific physical therapy needs, including treatments for pelvic pain and incontinence. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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50 Phenoms: How a Logger Overcame a Severe Spinal Injury
After suffering a severe spinal injury in a logging accident, Brandon was determined to walk again. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections: What Are They?
Doctors treat injuries in pro athletes and weekend warriors with this new therapy. Here's what you need to know about PRP. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation