Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season and for many, the beginning of cold weather, too. While you certainly could (and plenty of people do) use the inclement weather as an excuse to hibernate inside, there's no reason to let winter stand in the...
Pelvic pain is a topic that can seem as uncomfortable to talk about as it is to experience, which can leave some women feeling as if they are alone in their experience. In actuality, it is extremely common and affects women of all ages, whether...
If you're like thousands of other Americans, you may be planning to combine some exercise with your indulgence this Thanksgiving. Whether they're called a Turkey Trot, a Drumstick Dash, or other catchy seasonal name, you'll find these popular races all over the country. Normally a...
As winter settles in we are all anticipating lots of snow, which means hot cocoa, snowball fights and of course snow shoveling. When done the correct way, snow shoveling can be a great workout while enjoying the outdoors. However, improper snow shoveling can lead to...
When we say it's never too late to get active, we mean it! A recent piece on the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)'s website reveals a new study which indicates that physical activity can have important positive health benefits for older adults. In fact, the...
Did you know that you don't have to wait to see a physical therapist? Many people mistakenly believe that they first have to see a doctor, i.e., a family practitioner or orthopedic specialist, before visiting a physical therapist. In fact, thanks to direct access, you're...
While the country is in the midst of an opioid epidemic, often due to failed treatment for chronic pain, there are some interesting and maybe surprising treatment methods that can help reduce the reliance on pain pills and actually help treat the problem rather than...
You've probably heard the phrase “you'd lose your head if it weren't attached” - well, luckily our heads are attached, with our necks doing the heavy lifting. Yet your neck has a thankless (and full-time) job, and it's no wonder that neck pain is a...
Your hip is a major joint in your body; and it isn't too dramatic to say it's what keeps your leg going! Without your hip working well, you aren't moving well. Hip pain is common and can be caused by your favorite sporting activities (among...
Ever heard the phrase “that was his Achilles heel”? That phrase has staying power because the Achilles tendon is a really big deal; injury and pain there cause major problems that can really take you out of the game (even if your game is only...
