Physical Therapy Exercises for Sciatica
Sciatica, or Lumbar Radiculopathy, is the experience of pain in the lower back that spreads down the distribution of the sciatic nerve, from the buttocks down the back side of the thigh into the calf. Sciatica can be caused by nerve compression or irritation along the path of the nerve, which can cause pain, numbness, […]
Dr. Alex Corbett Featured in GQ on Top Shoulder Exercises
We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Alex Corbett, PT, DPT, a physical therapist at BreakThrough Physical Therapy, was recently featured in GQ magazine’s article, “4 Easy Shoulder Exercises to Get Chiseled.” The piece highlights shoulder-strengthening movements that not only build size and definition, but also improve shoulder stability and prevent injury. As Alex explains in […]
Beyond Pills and Procedures: A Better Way to Treat Chronic Pain
Treating Pain with Insight, Not Just Interventions In a world of quick fixes, it’s time we asked a better question: what if healing chronic pain doesn’t start with medication, but with understanding? The Problem with the Old Model Since the age of bloodletting, we have treated pain like a mechanical problem. Pain was something to […]
“Pain, Misunderstood” Featured in Triangle Business Journal
Chronic pain is often invisible, yet it affects nearly 50 million Americans—roughly one in five adults. Too often, it’s met with a quick prescription rather than an exploration of the whole person behind the pain. That’s the central message of Pain, Misunderstood, Confluent Health’s powerful new documentary, which was recently featured in the Triangle Business […]
Teaching the Next Generation: Bringing Pain Neuroscience into Classrooms
The Future of Pain Education Starts Now Pain is personal and so is how we learn to treat it. As the healthcare landscape shifts, it’s never been more critical to rethink how we teach pain, starting with the next generation of clinicians. At Confluent Health and Evidence in Motion, we’re embedding Pain Neuroscience Education (PNE) […]
Foothills Physical Therapy’s Jerry McCollow Featured in Men’s Journal for His Go-To Hip Stretches
Keeping your body healthy and pain-free doesn’t happen by accident—it takes intention, consistency, and the right movement strategies. That’s the message from Jerry McCollow, a seasoned physical therapist at Foothills Physical Therapy, part of the Confluent Health Family. Recently featured in Men’s Journal, Jerry shared his personal daily routine of hip stretches that keep him […]
HPRC’s John Cooper Featured on PTA+ Podcast: “It’s Never Too Late” to Find Purpose as a PTA
At Confluent Health, we’re always proud to celebrate the voices and journeys of our clinicians. This week, we’re giving a well-earned spotlight to a member of the Confluent Health Family: John Cooper, Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at HPRC Physical Therapy, who was recently featured on the PTA+ Podcast. The episode, titled “It’s Never Too Late: One PTA’s […]
Dr. Devin Trachman Featured in Eat This, Not That! With Expert Tips for Staying Strong After 50
At Confluent Health, we know strength and mobility don’t have an age limit. We’re proud to share that our very own Dr. Devin Trachman, PT, DPT, OCS, Clinic Director at Physical Therapy Central’s West Edmond Clinic, was recently featured in Eat This, Not That! offering insight into simple bodyweight exercises that support long-term strength and […]
How to Prevent Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints worldwide. Nearly everyone will experience it at some point, whether from a specific injury or no clear cause at all. While not all back pain can be prevented, there are proven strategies that significantly reduce your risk. Roughly 80% of adults experience lower back […]
“Pain, Misunderstood” Featured on WDRB News
Pain, Misunderstood, Confluent Health’s groundbreaking new documentary on chronic pain, was recently featured by Louisville’s WDRB News. The segment spotlighted the urgent need for a better approach to pain care and featured insights from our very own Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Stephen Clark. “Patients are probably questioning more than ever how the health system can […]