Workplace injuries can create serious complications. While you likely just want to get back to work after your injury, if you don’t take the right steps after you get hurt, you may not be able to claim workman’s comp. One of those steps is seeing a doctor or accident rehabilitation professional in Las Cruces. Here’s […]
Carpel tunnel surgery can be an effective way to treat this common condition, but before resorting to surgery, the hand therapists in Las Cruces at Del Valle Physical Therapy & Hand Therapy believe in trying non-surgical options first. Thankfully, there are a number of options to treat carpal tunnel without surgery. Here is a closer look at […]
Whiplash affects both the neck and shoulders, and it usually occurs after a distressing event. Whether it’s a car accident or play-fight, though, it can take a little while for the symptoms to manifest. We’ll look at not just how long it can take to feel the aftermath of the injury but who can help […]
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 […]
