Chronic pain affects 100 million Americans and dramatically impacts an individual’s quality of life and physical function. Chronic pain is pain that persists for more than three months. After an injury heals, the body continues to send pain signals to the brain, resulting in chronic pain in the affected area. Physical therapy is one of the best methods to treat chronic pain for long-term pain management and improved quality of life without the need for medication. Check out our latest chronic pain infographic to learn more!

Mangiarelli Rehabilitation, a family-owned physical therapy clinic in Howland, OH, celebrates ten years of exceptional physical therapy service to the Greater Youngstown-Warren community and a newly renovated facility in 2020. The now 6,500 square-foot facility includes a new unit to improve the warm water therapy pool, remodeled patient locker rooms, expanded area for injured worker rehabilitation treatment, astroturf for the sports rehabilitation program, and BTE PrimusRS testing equipment for objective sports injury evaluation. Check out our blog for photos of our renovated clinic!

Marathon running can be one of the most challenging and demanding athletic feats, requiring significant physical and mental strength. It is essential to physically prepare for a marathon for optimal function on race day and create a post-race recovery plan. Physical therapists can accompany marathon runners throughout the training process, from strengthening your musculoskeletal system and addressing injuries to helping you actively recover post-race.

Back surgery is a major surgery requiring intensive post-surgical rehabilitation to obtain the most benefit from surgery. Physical therapy helps back surgery patients improve gait, alignment, mobility, balance, and strength after surgery safely and gradually. On the blog, we highlight one back surgery patient’s progress in walking ability after one month of physical therapy.

In celebration of National Physical Therapy Month, we are highlighting 10 benefits of physical therapy in our latest infographic. Physical therapy offers patients personalized medical care specific to their needs, helps patients reduce pain and avoid opioids, recover from a stroke, and treat sports injuries. Learn how physical therapy helps manage age-related health issues, neuromuscular conditions, and women’s health conditions on the blog!

Hip pain is often overlooked and untreated until it becomes severe. However, it’s important to have hip pain evaluated by your physical therapist early on to determine the cause of the pain. Hip pain is commonly due to repetitive strain on and overuse of the hip from a sport or work activity. A physical therapist can effectively treat and reduce hip pain, improve flexibility and mobility, and return the patient to daily activities with greater hip strength and ability.

The rotator cuff keeps the shoulder joint stable and allows the arm to have a significant amount of rotational and stretching mobility. Injury to the rotator cuff is fairly common, whether due to an acute tear from an accident or degeneration of the tendons from repeated overuse. Physical therapy can address pain, restore movement and range of motion to the shoulder and arm, and safely rehabilitate the rotator cuff following surgery.

The start of fall brings with it the excitement of a new sports season. Training for the fall season begins in the summer so that athletes are prepared and ready for a successful season. However, due to contact or overuse, sports injuries can occur. Physical therapy can help student-athletes regain strength, function, and range of motion safely following sports injuries.

Sciatica pain is nerve pain that radiates from the low back through the length of the leg due to compression of the sciatic nerve. Physical therapy is the first line of treatment for sciatica pain management, relief, and treatment. Learn what sciatica pain is, how physical therapy treats it, and watch a video by Mangiarelli Rehabilitation therapist Mike for exercises to relieve sciatica pain.

Your “core” is the foundation that keeps the body stable. It is a complex series of muscles extending beyond the abdominals to the entire trunk of the body. A strong core stabilizes your spine, allowing you to balance and dynamically change your movement. Physical therapists work with all patients to improve functional core stability to help prevent injury, maintain optimal alignment and posture, and avoid excessive stress on your joints.

The question of whether you need an MRI or an X-ray before physical therapy is a common one. The answer? No. In the vast majority of cases, you can begin physical therapy without undergoing a diagnostic MRI or an X-ray. Physical therapists can accurately diagnose your condition and address your specific symptoms to relieve pain and restore function without the high costs of imaging testing.

Plantar fasciitis affects two million Americans each year. It is a common condition that causes foot and heel pain, affecting those of all ages, athletes and non-athletes, men and women. Plantar fasciitis is a condition that frequently develops due to repeated activities that strain the plantar fascia of the foot. Physical therapy helps patients effectively manage and overcome plantar fasciitis, reduce pain, and restore walking ability. 

TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder, is a common condition that limits the jaw’s normal function. Physical therapy is an effective treatment for TMD and can help ease pain, regain jaw movement, and lessen daily stress on the jaw. Physical therapy treatment includes posture education, manual therapy, stretching and strengthening exercises, and dry needling.

As we head back to school for the 2020-2021 school year, things look a bit different. Whether you will be carrying your backpack back and forth to school or sitting at your desk at home for hours at a time to learn virtually, follow our back to school ergonomic tips to address body mechanics, posture, and proper use of school-related equipment to protect your back, neck, and shoulders from pain or injury.

Physical therapy is an effective, timely, and affordable treatment for musculoskeletal pain. Direct access to your physical therapist for outpatient care of musculoskeletal pain and injury leads to fewer visits and lowers overall medical costs by 50%. Check out our infographic to learn what direct access to physical therapy looks like to treat pain vs. the traditional approach!

Maintaining joint health as you age allows you to stay mobile. While wear and tear on your joints is inevitable, follow our six tips to promote optimal joint health and build strong muscles to support your joints. A physical therapist can help you develop an exercise conditioning program and improve your joint mobility, flexibility, and range of motion.

Osteoporosis is a bone-weakening condition that increases the risk of bone fractures. Exercise, particularly weight-bearing exercise, is essential for preventing and treating osteoporosis. Physical therapy can help manage osteoporosis, maintaining bone density and preventing bone loss through a targeted exercise program.

Staying physically active throughout your life has numerous long-term health benefits. As physical therapists, we recognize how important regular movement and exercise is for your overall health and the function of your body. Learn more about the recommended physical activity for your age group and 8 Benefits of Physical Activity on the blog!

Frozen shoulder results in stiffness, pain, and the inability to move or rotate your shoulder. Physical therapy is the first line of treatment to manage and address frozen shoulder, involving manual therapy and gentle stretching and strengthening exercises to restore normal range of motion. Learn how frozen shoulder develops, who it affects, and a video showcasing frozen shoulder stretching exercises on the blog.

An exclusive interview with the owner of Mangiarelli Rehabilitation, physical therapist Paula Mangiarelli, on the blog today! Mangiarelli Rehabilitation was started in 2010 and has since expanded to 10 staff members and a 6,500 square foot facility. Our mission is to provide rehabilitation services with the highest level of skill, evidence-based knowledge, great customer service, and compassionate care. Learn more about how Mangiarelli Rehabilitation began and the new updates and renovations we have made to continue to provide outstanding physical therapy to our patients.