Undergoing surgery can range from challenging to traumatic. A surgeon cuts into your body to remove or correct a health issue, which is the positive aspect of surgery. However, if you are not prepared for the surgery or do not recover as expected, the difficulties can start to outweigh the benefits. At Del Valle Physical […]
A dislocated thumb happens when the bone in the thumb is forced out of position. Dislocated thumb injuries can occur for a variety of reasons, including falls, accidents, and sports injuries. The immediate pain following an injury may mask the fact that the thumb has been dislocated. But over time, certain symptoms will emerge. If […]
Your knees endure a lot daily, from keeping you upright to supporting your body weight to making it possible to bend your legs. The fact that you can develop chronic pain in your knees should come as no surprise. You could also develop significant knee pain from an accident or injury, such as a car […]
A car accident or slip and fall accident can happen in seconds, yet the pain and disability an accident causes can last for months, years, or even the rest of your life. You may feel especially frustrated if you are taking medication and doing everything your doctor tells you, only to continue to suffer.Accident and […]
You may benefit from orthopedic treatment if you have ever experienced joint pain. Finger pain, elbow pain, knee pain, and other connected areas are extremely important to pay attention to, as they can greatly reduce your mobility. The skilled team at Del Valle Physical Therapy & Hand Therapy is proud to serve the local community with premium […]
Back and neck pain in Las Cruces, NM, are both common problems that most adults will experience at least a few times during their lifetime. Pain in these areas of your body stems from multiple causes, including overuse injuries, car accidents, workplace accidents, aging, and mental stress. The pain can either be acute, which comes […]
A worker’s compensation claim can be a confusing process to start and finish. When most workers are going up against such big systems, it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle. From medical insurance to giant corporations, there’s going to be all kinds of resistance from people with very different agendas. Here are a few […]
Whether you have broken your hand, have arthritis, have carpal tunnel syndrome, or suffer from another type of hand pain, certified hand therapy in Las Cruces, NM, can have you feeling like your old self again in no time. All Del Valle and Hand Therapy physical therapists are committed to working with you until you regain […]
Your hands face a substantial amount of use every day. Unfortunately, many people develop carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) due to repetitive, excessive hand movements. The pain related to carpal tunnel condition can be so severe that it disrupts your ability to perform even ordinary tasks as you normally would. Can hand therapy in Las Cruces, NM help […]
As part of your physical therapy in Las Cruce, NM, your provider may recommend a technique known as dry needling. This procedure is useful for pain relief associated with ongoing muscle and movement issues. If your physical therapist recommends dry needling, it will be in coordination with other techniques, such as targeted exercises. Understanding Trigger Points […]
