Highland Physical Therapy

What Causes Lower Back Pain?

Lower back pain is one of the most common medical complaints in today’s population. Approximately 80% of all adults will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. It can be caused by a variety of factors including poor posture, improper lifting technique, degenerative diseases, and muscle or ligament strain. It is important … Read more

5 Exercises To Help With Back Pain

​Back pain is a common complaint among adults, with one-third of people experiencing it regularly. Not only can back pain be annoying and disruptive to daily routines, but it can also have long lasting effects if not treated properly.The best thing for anyone suffering from back pain is to stay active. This means continuing to … Read more

What Could Be Causing You Hip Pain

Hip pain: most of us have experienced it, and if you’re reading this, you are probably still suffering from hip discomfort. We’ve all been there. ​ Our hands clutching at our thighs in the hope of relieving hip stress as we get up or sit down; a grimace on our faces as we try to grapple … Read more

How To Sleep With Lower Back Pain

How many times have you woken up this week feeling exhausted after an awful nights sleep?And how many times has lower back pain left you relying on painkillers, unable to get comfortable in bed, or struggling through the day with stiff joints and tight low back muscles? ​ If this is an issue you are … Read more

How To Stop Ankle Pain Without Painkillers

Most movement activities involve standing on your feet. And just with a good building, a strong foundation is needed to keep the structures stable and healthy. One area of your body that may be suffering a lot if you have foot problems is your ankles. And we regular treat health-conscious patients at our Pocatello clinic, who … Read more

How Your Hips Can Cause Knee Pain

​I had a patient tell me that her home health caregivers told her that her hips had nothing to do with her knees. NOTHING could be further from the truth!  Your hip strength, Range of Motion and coordination directly impact the health of your knees! If they are not stable and strong, the forces that … Read more