by Rob Koshinski PT DPT | Jun 2, 2016 | General Information, Hip, Knee
For many, negotiating stairs can be a daily challenge. Whether you’re recovering from a knee replacement or suffering from an arthritic hip, stairs can be both difficult and painful. As a physical therapist, patients frequently tell me, “I have no trouble walking, but...
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by Rob Koshinski PT DPT | Jan 5, 2016 | Hip, Knee
“Never get old.” A common piece of advice heard inside our office from patients who have deemed themselves “older.” As we age, the normal wear and tear of daily living begins to take its toll. The wear and tear process contributes to degenerative changes...
by Rob Koshinski PT DPT | Aug 27, 2015 | Low Back
If your morning is anything like mine, it’s chaotic. The buzzing alarm jolts me out of bed. The morning routine has been carefully planned, down to the last second. I have given myself just enough time to rush out the door and be to work on time. This means my body is...
by Rob Koshinski PT DPT | Jun 2, 2015 | Low Back, Neck
Back pain is becoming a rite of passage with roughly 80% of the population experiencing at least one episode in their lifetime. Nearly 8% of the working population will become disabled in any given year due to back pain.(1) Accompanied with back pain comes the desire...
by Rob Koshinski PT DPT | Jan 19, 2015 | Low Back
With healthcare costs skyrocketing and most insurance policies transitioning to a high deductible, determining medical necessity has growing importantce. As physical therapists, we are frequently asked, “Should I get an MRI?” Believe it or not, the common answer is...
