The HARTZ PT Blog

If you’re feeling jaded from current buzzwords and overly-important-sounding titles, take a look at some physical therapy abbreviations with substance. PT, OCS, and CSCS for example . What are these? And why do they matter?

Here are three important things to remember the next time you are unmotivated to perform your home exercise program (or even attend PT in general).

Written by Brian Hartz, DPT, MPT, OCS, CSCS

Much of the lower back (lumbar region) and neck (cervical region) pain we experience can be linked back to degenerative disc disease. This common diagnosis is broadly misunderstood.

If you’ve ever experienced a herniated disc, you know the experience can be painful. In addition to low back pain, symptoms that radiate down the leg can include burning, numbness, and/or weakness. It is of utmost importance to receive treatment for a herniated disc sooner rather than later.

With winter comes ice, snow, sleet, and other varying forms of precipitation. There’s something they have in common: they make things slippery.

Here’s our team’s compiled list of crafty ways to stay fit during the holidays!

What is TMJ? What Causes TMD?

Shin splints are a common running injury that many people experience when getting back into training after taking a break. It is important to understand how to identify this injury and to take steps that will ensure optimal recovery.

Written by Brian Hartz, DPT, MPT, OCS, CSCS

Knee pain is common and can stem from knee joint, kneecap, or cartilage issues. Depending upon the location of the knee pain, there could be swelling and you may experience difficulty walking.