My doctor ordered an MRI and it shows I have a disc protrusion! What do I do now? Is my back ever going to heal?

Did you know that many people receive MRIs of their lumbar spine and are told they have conditions such as degenerative disc disease, disc herniations/protrusions, nerve root compression, and/or spinal stenosis? These are very common diagnosis, so if you have been told you have one of these conditions, don’t worry! Physical therapy is still a … Read more

The Magic of Manual Therapy / Hands On Treatment at Camarillo Physical Therapy

What is special about Camarillo Physical Therapy are the physical therapists trained in different manual therapy techniques. Our therapists regularly take courses in joint mobilization techniques, myofascial release and soft tissue mobilization procedures. We are passionate about our hands on techniques and believe in healing patients with our hands. Breaking down old scar tissue, reducing … Read more

Posture and Neck Pain in Teenagers

Since the pandemic, I have noticed an increase in the number of teenagers with complaints of neck pain, shoulder pain, and headaches. On further investigation, I realized many teenagers developed postural deviations from holding their cell phones incorrectly. Look at the 2 pictures posted above and see if you identify yourself, or your teenager, in … Read more

Healing Damaged Tissues

Whenever we are injured, the healing power of human body kicks in. Tissues become inflamed which brings body immune cells and rebuilding cells to the affected area. A scar is formed, and the skin and muscles are not as mobile as it was before, but it has repaired. With physical therapy we can assist this … Read more