Back pain is one of the most common, and can be one of the most frustrating, limiting, and painful, conditions people deal with on a daily basis. In this case, we can offer some tips for preventing back pain – as well as what…
Physical therapy might be something you’ve had a brief experience with – maybe after injury, or surgery for example. Many people associate PT with elite athletes returning to their sports after a serious injury. Plenty of people also assume that because they aren’t elite…
Do you know how important a strong, flexible calf muscle is? When you don’t have good movement in your calves, you can suffer from problems in both your legs as well as your feet. Here are some risks, as well as what to do…
There’s never a good time for an injury; however, there are definitely better and worse times. One of the worst times for an injury is during or right before a big day: a game, an event, even a special moment. Sure, you never want…
Chances are that you likely never thought about physical therapy unless you had an acute injury, were dealing with some chronic movement problem, or had another urgent need that brought you to the PT’s door. October is National Physical Therapy Month, and a great…
There’s nothing worse than the fear, pain, and uncertainty after injury. Many people turn to friends, family, and (of course) the all-knowing internet for answers; however, this often brings more questions than answers and causes more anxiety. Unless you’re well-versed in anatomical knowledge, are…
As the popularity of youth-sports continues to grow, more and more student athletes and young players find themselves pigeon-holed into one sport. Gone are the days of playing football or soccer in the fall, basketball in the winter, and track in the spring. Today’s…
It’s always better to prevent injury than to have to treat it after the fact; since we’ve mentioned overuse injuries (often sustained from overtraining), we thought it would be helpful to share what you should look for if you’re burning the candle at both…
Free Injury Screening: What are You Waiting For?
Reasons Injury Screening is the Right Choice if You're Injured
We all have that one friend (or maybe are that one friend) who says “I’m fine, really!” as they limp along during the run, or try to hide their grimace during weekend activity. Instead, they promise to rest for a few days, maybe use…
Why You Should Have a Workout Partner
5 Reasons to Get a Workout Partner or Two
Do you need motivation to get moving or work toward a fitness goal? Have you gotten bored lately with your usual workout routine? Try adding a partner! There are real benefits to working out with a buddy, and we share why sometimes, two (or…
