Back pain: it's common, it can ruin your day, and it can be difficult to get rid of. So what's the deal? Why do so many people deal with back pain every day and what can you do about it? We share some common causes...
It's easy to buy (see what we did there?) into the idea of expensive solutions to improve your health: from a shiny new piece of exercise equipment, to a wearable that gives you health readings, to paying for health apps on your phone, it can...
Well it's here, again: the New Year is upon us! And while everyone is glad to see 2020 in the rearview mirror, it's the time of year for resolutions and goals to be made, set, and often abandoned. Plus, after such a difficult year, it...
With our free Posture Program starting this week, you might wonder why posture matters and why you should work to improve yours. As we've shared in the past, 'sit up straight' isn't just something your mom or dad would say for fun; it has real...
Many of us procrastinate when it comes to areas of our lives: laundry, organizing the junk drawer, and even making important health appointments. If you've been injured, it's often tempting to try a 'wait-and-see' approach; however, this could end up affecting your recovery in the...
Although BFR (blood-flow restriction) has grown in awareness, there are still plenty of questions about this innovative recovery technique used by specially-trained Physical Therapists. At Body One PT, BFR is used in certain treatment plans, based on your unique condition and Physical Therapist's assessment. Here...
As we head into colder weather and we're still waiting for the relief of a widely-available vaccine, most of us are staying at home more and many of us are working from home. As some school districts have gone all-virtual, plenty of teachers have had...
Lower back pain that radiates down your leg is called sciatica, and it's caused by nerve root irritation in the lower spine. It's typically only in one leg, and is a very common condition. Doctors have often approached sciatica with a 'wait and see' treatment...
As the temperature drops, weather worsens, and people spend more time inside, certain common injuries can occur. One of the most common acute injuries occur from a slip-or-fall incident or lifting accident. Here are five tips to help you prevent injury while still enjoying yourself...
The holidays, for all their warmth and cheer, can be a stressful time of year for many people. This year has been particularly trying for many reasons, and the usual holiday pressures of family, gift-buying, and planning can add extra emotional baggage. Stress can manifest...
