Strength training and cardio are important aspects of any well-rounded exercise program, but many people skip over the most important parts of an exercise routine. The warm up and the cool down. Warming Up: Why is it important? Gradually increases body temperature and blood flow to the muscles Prepares muscles, including the heart, for exercise …
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In my 5 years as a physical therapist, one of the biggest things I have noticed is how so many patients struggle with how long physical therapy can take. With the rise in technological advancement, our society has gotten accustomed to instant gratification. Even in healthcare we are use to simply taking a pill or …
I’ve had many patients ask questions about the best sleeping positions for shoulder pain because they either experience most of their pain at night or in a sleeping position causing shoulder pain. At night our bodies “heal themselves” so to speak. When it comes to our joints, they all need to be in an open-packed …
In my years of being a Physical Therapist (PT), I have had multiple patients that had neck pain in conjunction with headaches. The pain starts in the upper back/shoulders and continues into the base of the skull into the head causing a debilitating headache. There are 3 treatments I have found to give these patients …
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I want to share half of the reason I’m in the profession that I’m in. I always find joy when I hear or see someone being appreciated or recognized, especially when it’s unexpected. I would like to feel a similar sense of joy when I think about how Physical Therapy is viewed in our society. …
After five years of working as a Physical Therapist, I have noticed that many people, including healthcare providers, use the terms headache and migraine interchangeably as if they are the same thing. Headaches and migraines are actually two different conditions and it is important to understand the difference so you can get the proper treatment. …
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Have you ever strained your back picking up something heavy? Have you ever had a hamstring strain after running? It could be because of a flexibility issue. Flexibility is important for a wide range of daily activities, from as simple as putting on your shoes to dynamic movements like performing a toe-touch in cheerleading. Building a …
ARE YOU IN PAIN? Most people see Physical Therapy as painful. However, that is simply not true. Did you know we offer modalities to help with pain? A modality is a type of electrical, thermal, or mechanical energy that causes physiological changes. It is used to relieve pain, improve circulation, decrease swelling, reduce muscle spasm, …
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Foot pain is a very common problem that I treat on a daily basis. One of the most common questions that I get from my patients is,“What shoes should I be wearing?” Having the right kind of shoes can make a difference so it is important to consider what shoes would be best for you. …
Tired of the same ol’ shoulder pain blogs that all say the same thing but isn’t helping you? Good news! Today I’ll take you on a different route that will hopefully solve your pain. The term shoulder pain is very vague; it could mean any issue within the general area of the shoulder. The number …
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