Category: Pain Management
No, You Don’t Have to “Push Through” Pain to Get Better
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Pain Management on August 25, 2025
The “Push Through It” Myth Many people believe that working through pain is a sign of determination — that the only way to recover from injury or surgery is to grit your teeth and keep going. But here’s the truth: pain is a signal, not a challenge to overcome at all costs. While some mild… Read More
Pain Science 101: How Your Brain Influences Recovery
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Pain Management on August 18, 2025
Understanding Pain Beyond the Injury When you think of pain, it’s natural to picture the injured body part — an ankle sprain, a sore shoulder, a stiff back. But pain isn’t just a signal from your body; it’s an experience created and processed by your brain. This means that your thoughts, emotions, stress levels, and… Read More
The Link Between Jaw Pain and Neck Tension (and How PT Can Help)
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Pain Management on August 13, 2025
When Jaw Pain and Neck Pain Are Connected Most people think of jaw pain as a dental problem and neck pain as a posture issue. But in many cases, they’re closely linked — and if you’ve been treating one without addressing the other, you may be missing the real solution. At Reform Physical Therapy, we… Read More
Is Physical Therapy Painful? Debunking the Biggest PT Myths
Posted by: Reform Physical Therapy in Pain Management on July 23, 2025
If you’ve been putting off physical therapy because you’re worried it might hurt—you’re not alone. One of the most common questions we hear at Reform Physical Therapy is:“Is it going to be painful?” The short answer? Physical therapy is not supposed to hurt.Let’s break down this and a few other myths that often stop people… Read More