Aug28th 2025Sciatica is more than just back and leg pain — in some cases, it can cause leg weakness that makes walking or standing difficult. This type of sciatica, often called paralyzing sciatica, happens when compressed nerves in the lower back disrupt normal muscle function. The good news? With early treatment, guided physical therapy, and advanced non-surgical options like Shockwave and Stimpod therapy, most people make a full recovery and prevent flare-ups in the future.
May16th 2025There’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
Nov16th 2024Understanding Back Pain: Causes and Impact on Daily Life Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care, affecting individuals of all ages and lifestyles. Whether it’s from poor posture, an injury, muscle strain, or a chronic condition, persistent back pain can disrupt work, exercise, and daily activities. At Houghton Physical
Apr21st 2023Can stress cause body aches and pains? Your first instinct might be no, but actually, stress can cause body aches and make recovering from injuries last much longer. Life is full of stressful situations. And stress can cause body aches and pains. The little aches and slight pains may be different, but they add up,
