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Ice or Heat: What does the science say about their use for acute injury?

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | September 18, 2024

Ice or Heat: What does the science say about their use for acute injury? By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Approximately 70-90% of people use ice or cryotherapy (ice packs, ice towels, ice massage, gel packs, refrigerant gases, ice baths) following an injury or to enhance recovery. Dr. Gabe Mirkin first coined the term [...]

Physical Therapy and Exercise, a Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | August 24, 2017

By John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC; Owner of Mishock Physical Therapy & Associates Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common disease of aging frequently treated in physical therapy. Osteoarthritis of the knee joint occurs when the cartilage that separates the thigh and leg bone wears out or breaks down. Twenty five percent of people over 55 […]