Back pain is a huge problem in developed nations worldwide. It has or will affect most of us. Thecurrent estimate is that 80% of people will experience back pain at least once. It is the singlebiggest cause for disability, the third most common reason for doctor visits, and one of the mostcommon reasons for missing […]
Colder weather means some changes to how we exercise. Of course it’s harder to motivateyourself to get outside for a run or bike ride when the temperature drops, and the shorter dayscompress our schedules, but there are changes in your body that affect your ability to exercisetoo. For many people with arthritis or other joint […]
Virtual physical therapy has quickly moved from a niche offering to the mainstream. Having more options is great, but it can also complicate decision making. Having an understanding of the benefits of both can help make clear which one would best help you meet your goals. In Person Physical Therapy The main advantage of traditional […]
Physical therapists aren’t just for people that are injured or have had surgery. Physical therapists can also help healthy people improve their fitness. Here are 5 reasons why you should consider seeing yours. You Want a Baseline When you see a physical therapist to improve your fitness, you’ll get an assessment of your strength, range […]
Physical therapists aren’t just for people that are injured or have had surgery. Physicaltherapists can also help healthy people improve their fitness. Here are 5 reasons why youshould consider seeing yours. You Want a Baseline When you see a physical therapist to improve your fitness, you’ll get an assessment of yourstrength, range of motion, posture […]
Because of the closures of physician’s offices, stoppages of elective surgeries, and social distancing guidelines resulting from COVID-19, many people with pain or joint issues have had appointments or surgeries delayed. If you’re one of them and you haven’t seen your PT yet, you should. Here are some reasons why: Early PT leads to […]
Are Your Workouts Giving You What You Want? How much thought have you put into the exercises you’re going to use for your next workout? Did you choose them yourself, or did you find them on the internet or in a magazine? What’s your workout designed for? Do those goals match yours? Are the exercises […]
Your Physical Therapist Can Help You Keep Your Resolution As one year comes to a close and another begins, people begin to set goals and make resolutions. Losing weight, getting to the gym more often or getting into “better shape” are all common. These all require increasing your amount of physical activity. More activity is […]
Start Your Year With an Annual Movement Screen Your car needs regular maintenance, so you probably have a mechanic. Your eyes and teeth are important, so you see your optometrist and dentist regularly. You get an annual physical from your family physician. You might even be getting ready to see your accountant to get your […]
Fitness With a Side of Dysfunction? This time of year, many people are focused on fitness so it’s worth taking a look at what fitness really means. The dictionary defines fit as “sound physically and mentally, healthy.” Using that definition, many “fitness” routines fall short of the goal. If you don’t enjoy running and dread […]
