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Lower Back Pain: The Causes and Treatments

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 8 December, 2017 | 0

by Dr. José Surós, MD Back pain is experienced by nearly 31 million Americans, and caused by any number of reasons. You may have lifted something heavy, or were pregnant, or took a long flight, or slept on a poor mattress, and suddenly became rendered useless for the next few days. Luckily, most cases of backRead more

Video: Gluteal Exercises for Back Strength

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 6 December, 2017 | 0

Lower back pain or postural stress is often accompanied by tightness in the front of the hip, making the muscles on the back side of the hip weaker. Targeted gluteal muscles can effectively strengthen this area and thereby provide more support for the lower back and reduce pain. In this video, Point Performance physical therapistRead more

Video: Proper Lifting Form

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 27 November, 2017 | 0

Lifting a heavy object, whether it’s a box or laundry basket or even a small child, can injure your lower back if not done correctly. We all know about bending at the knees, but what about when you walk the object somewhere else? In this video, Point Performance’s Michal Tekle demonstrates how to bend fromRead more

How to carry children without injuring yourself

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 1 November, 2017 | 0

Childcare is more than just taking care of the child—you need to take care of yourself, too. At Point Performance, we have our share of parents coming through our doors from back injuries. The causes range from pregnancy to carrying a child in the Baby Bjorn or Ergo incorrectly, or from lifting the child and pullingRead more

Video: Cat Stretch

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 17 October, 2017 | 0

The cat stretch is an excellent move if you experience tightness in the lower back from sitting too long. The stretch also helps with breathing in that it expands the ribs in the backside, which often become jammed. Here, Dr. Allison Haynes, DPT, demonstrates the proper way to do a cat stretch. Unlike a cat stretch asRead more

Event: Watch Your Back! Pain, Treatment, and Preventing Back Issues

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 20 August, 2017 | 0

When: Tuesday, September 19, 2017 | 7:00pm Where: Point Performance 6400 Goldsboro Rd, Suite 340, Bethesda RSVP: ppminfo@pointperformance.com | 301.493.8884 Do you suffer from back pain? So do nearly 31 million Americans nationwide. It’s a debilitating experience that can affect anyone, from athletes to desk workers. Point Performance’s back experts, Dr. José Surós, MD andRead more

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Ultrasound Exam for Abdominal Muscles: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 23 May, 2017 | 0

Ultrasound imaging is a reliable method for physicians and physical therapists to view how abdominal muscles are supporting the back. This is particularly reliable following back injury or pain, and when abdominals need to be re-strengthened in order to increase back support. To do so, your therapist will can watch how the muscles contract andRead more

What’s causing my back pain?

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 16 February, 2017 | 0

By Chris Ricardo, DPT Back pain is one of the most common ailments among adults, with up to 80 percent experiencing some sort of low back pain some point in their lives, according to the Mayo Clinic. The symptoms are more prevalent among those aged between 33 and 55, and the reasons range widely. WhatRead more

Video: Spinal Stenosis

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 2 February, 2017 | 0

What is spinal stenosis? It’s a condition in which the spinal canal begins to narrow, pinching nerves and the spinal cord, creating pain and/ or numbness in the legs, torso, or arms. In this video, Dr. José Surós, MD, talks about how someone at Point Performance is evaluated for spinal stenosis, the effects of spinal stenosis,Read more

Video: Segmental Bridging

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 28 December, 2016 | 0

Do you have lower back pain? Sometimes it just takes some core strengthening exercises to ease that pain by building some stability. In this video, Point Performance’s Dr. Allison Haynes, DPT, shows how to perform a back bridge, except in increments. This exercise will train your abdominal and back muscles to control your spine atRead more

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  • Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome

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    Chronic exertional compartment syndrome is one of the most common causes of pain, numbness, and foot drop, most often seen in runners.

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    Diagnosing Hip Arthritis with Ultrasound: Video

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    Hip arthritis is one of the most common causes of groin pain in patients. To diagnose it, we can use ultrasound. Ultrasound

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    Tennis Elbow Diagnosis and Treatment Options: Video

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    Tennis elbow is one of the most common causes of elbow pain. The condition is also sometimes referred to as lateral epicondylitis.

  • Rehab in the Time of Covid-19: How to Progress Your Recovery while At-Home

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    Starting and sticking with a rehabilitation regimen has its challenges during the pandemic. Here are some ways to continue to progress.

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Practice Overview
    • Dr. Haim S. Hechtman, DPT, Point Performance Co-founder
    • Dr. Mark D. Klaiman, MD, Point Performance Co-founder
    • Point Performance Team
    • Testimonials
    • Careers
      • Careers: Physical Therapist
      • Careers: Physical Therapy Technician
      • Careers: Patient Relations Coordinator
      • Online Application
  • Services
    • Areas of Treatment
      • Neck and Back
      • Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand Pain
      • Hip, Knee, Ankle and Foot
      • Arthritis and Neurological Conditions
      • Chronic Pain
    • Point Performance Medicine
      • Spine Care
        • Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection for Lower Back & Leg Pain
        • Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for Lower Back Pain
        • Sacroiliac Joint Injection for Low Back & Buttock Pain
      • Sports Medicine
      • Orthobiologics
      • Advanced Minimally Invasive Procedures
      • Scrambler Therapy
      • Nerve Conduction and EMG Testing
      • Medical Acupuncture: How Does It Work?
      • Before Your Procedure
    • Point Performance Therapy Services
    • Mind Body Solutions
    • Medical Personal Training
  • Patients
    • New Patients
    • Privacy Policy
    • New Patient Forms
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