C.H.O.O.S.E. Physical Therapy

03/25/2025

Rocabado’s 6x6 exercises for TMJ pain:

1. Tongue clucks: Find normal resting position = holding one third of tongue gently against the roof of the mouth just behind the front
teeth and Diaphragmatically breathe through nose while tongue is in
resting position x 6 breaths.
2. Controlled TMJ rotation on opening: tongue on roof of
mouth. Open and close your mouth x6 reps.
3. Mandibular rhythmic stabilization: apply light resistance to opening, closing, and lateral deviation with the jaw in a resting
position holding for 6 seconds x6 times in each directions.
4. Stabilized head flexion: Upper cervical flexion (nodding) - facilitate upper cervical flexion as most of these patients have
forward head posture resulting in upper cervical extension deviation.
Nod head x6 reps
5. Lower cervical retraction: chin tucks x6 reps.
6. Shoulder girdle retraction: perform retraction and depression of the scapulae x6 reps.

If you have jaw pain and have any questions about these, you should probably come see one of our TMJ physical therapists. Call us today for a free consultation!

02/03/2025

Comments from one of our patients with low back pain and radicular pain about CHOOSE Physical Therapy

11/07/2024

Exercise has Little Effect on Pain for Most Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions!

This article dives into the surprising reality that exercise might not be as effective at reducing pain for chronic musculoskeletal conditions like osteoarthritis, back pain, and fibromyalgia as we often think. Even though exercise is usually a go-to recommendation, recent findings suggest that it may do less for pain relief than expected, especially for those dealing with long-term discomfort. It’s still incredibly valuable for boosting overall health and physical function, but when it comes to easing pain, it may fall short for many people.

These insights bring up an important point: managing chronic pain may require more than just exercise. A more personalized approach—one that takes into account the unique aspects of each condition, incorporates psychological support, and includes lifestyle adjustments—could be more effective. So, while exercise remains beneficial, the study suggests that combining it with other treatments may be key to real, lasting relief for those with chronic pain.

Exercise has long been used by physical therapists to help reduce pain and improve function in patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions. However, according to the Cochrane Database of Syste…

09/19/2024

Join us at CHOOSE Physical Therapy in Clearwater on Dec 6-8 for our AAMT dry needling courses! Sign up right now, spots are limited!

08/23/2024

07/08/2024

Amy W Welsh BSPT, MSPT, OCS, COMT, owner of CHOOSE Physical Therapy in Clearwater, will be doing a free presentation for lunch and learn, at the John Geigle YMCA.
Topic: Posture: why we have poor posture; the effect of poor posture on the body including spinal fractures, osteoporosis and balance; And simple exercises to change posture
Address: 4550 Village Center Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34685
Date: 7/10/24
Time: 12 Noon.
Note registration is required trough the YMCA

07/08/2024

Amy W Welsh BSPT, MSPT, OCS, COMT, owner of CHOOSE Physical Therapy in Clearwater, will be doing a free presentation for lunch and learn, at the John Geigle YMCA.
Topic: Posture: why we have poor posture; the effect of poor posture on the body including spinal fractures, osteoporosis and balance; And simple exercises to change posture
Address: 4550 Village Center Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34685
Date: 7/10/24
Time: 12 Noon.
Note registration is required trough the YMCA

06/24/2024

Mariam Rodriquez PT, DPT recently completed her certification for lymphedema
Congratulations to Mariam !