Falls are a leading cause of death and disability in the elderly, but during the winter, the simple fact is more people will slip and fall on the ice or snow. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), slips on ice and snow account for a million injuries a year–and 17,000 deaths. Most of these. . .
Makovicka Physical Therapy clinics are collecting diapers for the holidays as part of the Makovicka Cares! program. All sizes of diapers are needed, especially sizes four, five, and six. Diapers may be dropped off at any Makovicka location Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. We are accepting donations until Friday, December 2nd.. . .
Makovicka Physical Therapy is part of the 3% of Omaha businesses privileged to use the Best of Omaha logo! Since 2012, Makovicka Physical Therapy has been in the top 3 winners in the Best of Omaha contest for physical therapy providers. In three of the years, including 2021 and 2022, Makovicka Physical Therapy was voted. . .
What Is Dupuytren’s Contracture? Dupuytren’s Contracture Is an abnormal, gradual thickening of the tissue that lies just under the skin on the palm of the hand. The thickening develops into nodules and cords, limiting a person’s ability to open the hand or rest their hand flat on a table. Who Does Dupuytren’s Contracture Affect? Dupuytren’s. . .
What is trigger finger? Trigger finger is defined as a finger or thumb that gets “locked” when you bend the finger towards your palm and then try to straighten the finger. This action can result in pain, stiffness, and “locking” of the finger in the bent position. Occasionally, a person requires the use of their. . .
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If you’ve heard the term, mallet finger injury, that refers to an injury to the tip of the finger. A mallet finger injury occurs from a hard impact to the tip of a finger when the finger is in a straight or extended position. This typically occurs when a ball hits the tip of the finger. . .