From the time we are young, our knees are under a lot of stress. Between falling off your bike, jumping, walking, running, and climbing, your knees take the brunt of the force and can become painful. One of the most common causes of knee pain is patellofemoral dysfunction or a problem with the kneecap itself.. . .
Pain is certainly something we have all dealt with at some point in our lives. To experience pain long-term is not only a major inconvenience to daily living, but it also causes frustration, confusion, and chaos in many aspects of life. When experiencing chronic pain, it is important to understand how pain works and to. . .
Low Back Pain (LBP) is a huge problem in developed nations worldwide. It has or will affect most of us. The current estimate is that eighty percent of people will experience back pain at least once. It is the single biggest cause of disability worldwide. It is also important to note that six percent of. . .
What’s inside our Winter 2021 newsletter? We talk about shoulder injury and pain, we shine a light on our 70th & L Street clinic in Lincoln, and share the benefits of in-home physical therapy. Did you know that there is a 70% chance that everyone will have shoulder pain at some point throughout their lives?. . .
We were thrilled last winter when our staff, patients, and owners donated 13,877 diapers in 2019. Fast forward to 2020, and we MORE than doubled the number of diapers collected and distributed! We are overwhelmed with the generosity and support shown by all involved, particularly in a year as challenging as we’ve had. The. . .
Fall has arrived, and so is the latest Makovicka Physical Therapy newsletter. Full of photos and easy to read stories, you will learn about growing stronger throughout your life; see photos from staff community involvement, and get the inside scoop about our West Pine Lake clinic in Lincoln. We’re proud of our staff and our. . .
Commitment to community is one of Makovicka Physical Therapy’s values pillar to serve as a vehicle to engage employees around community issues and provide an opportunity to contribute, support, and participate in meaningful ways. The company requires all full-time professional staff to participate in two community projects each year, however, the team routinely goes above. . .
Makovicka Physical Therapy is pleased to announce a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House event scheduled for Thurs., Sept 10th. Representatives from the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce will assist with the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The clinic is located at 11476 South 72nd Street: for this event, parking is available to the west of the clinic, the B2B, and Bucky’s buildings. The Shadow Lake clinic. . .
Did you know a women’s health physical therapist is trained in pregnancy and post-partum care and can help safely navigate this unique time? Makovicka’s 3 C’s of Pregnancy and Post-partum; Continue, Careful, and Consider Continue during Pregnancy: Exercise routines and modify as necessary as you progress in your pregnancy (with physician approval). Activity is good for. . .
Do you ever suffer from dizziness, lightheadedness, or get a spinning sensation (also known as vertigo) that affects your balance? If so, you are not alone. It has been found that up to 30% of adults are affected by dizziness and/or vertigo, which can affect your balance and ultimately can lead to falls. Components of Balance There are three components/systems that make up your. . .