Health Blog

Jun27th 2025

Top Non‑Surgical Treatments for Nerve Pain Relief (Backed by Physical Therapists)

Nerve pain—also known as neuralgia—can profoundly disrupt life, turning everyday tasks like typing, walking, or even getting dressed into a challenge. It often presents as stabbing, burning, or shooting sensations, accompanied by numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness. While medications and surgery are sometimes necessary, there’s good news: natural, non-invasive treatments—rooted in solid physical therapy—offer powerful

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neck clicking sound Jun13th 2025

Don’t Ignore That Crunch! How Physical Therapy Helps With Neck Noises

At Houghton Physical Therapy, we frequently work with clients who notice these crunchy or clicking sensations when turning their head, stretching, or simply going about daily activities. If you've ever wondered, "Is this normal?"—you're not alone. This blog breaks down what causes these sounds, when to be concerned, and how physical therapy can help.

Summer Marathon May30th 2025

Summer Race Season: Train Smart, Stay Strong, and Cross That Finish Line

Summer is here, and so is race season! Whether you’ve signed up for your first 5K, are planning a triathlon, or just enjoy riding your bike on the weekends, there’s no better time to get moving. But while races and events offer incredible motivation, they also demand more from your body—so training smart is key.

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Back Pain in Spring May16th 2025

How to Prevent and Treat a Tweak: Don’t Let Spring Yard Work Wreck Your Back Spring is Here — And So is Yard Work!

There’s something energizing about the arrival of spring. After months of colder weather and shorter days, we’re finally greeted by longer daylight hours, blooming flowers, and the itch to get outside. For many, this means getting back into the garden, clearing out leaves, tackling landscaping projects, or even dusting off the tennis shoes for a

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