When you face an injury, the damage isn't always just physical – many people also deal with emotional/psychological effects after an injury or surgery. Recently, Runner's World profiled ways to deal with common emotions many runners face when unable to run due to injury. WebMD...
After a recent study was published on the effects of long periods of television watching, you may have one more reason to turn off the TV. One of the most surprising aspects of the study, quoted here in ScienceDaily.com is that even those in the...
By Hannah Enochs, PT, DPT When Andy and I first got married, I made a lot of diy snacks- as life has gotten busier I have had to go store bought on several items, but these are quick and easy so I have kept them in...
We've discussed how important fitness is at all ages, and the benefits you can reap by being active as you age. Now, a recently published study conducted in Sweden indicates that women who maintain physical fitness can potentially avoid dementia in old age! If that's...
By Zach Pigg, PT, DPT As we approach warmer weather, more and more runners will be lacing up and hitting the pavement. As you start to increase your mileage, it is important to prepare your body for this increase in activity. One of the ways to...
The “injury bug” can bite anyone – whether you're fit and enjoying your usual weekend workout or whether you're taking up a new hobby. Of course, no one wants to be sitting on the couch when they'd rather be on their bike or hitting the...
While for some “spring training” is around the corner, there are young athletes who haven't taken a break since the end of their last season. More kids than ever are staying active in a chosen sport, and filling the time in between with lessons, private...
Although it may be injury or surgery that leads you to physical therapy, whatever the reason you end up in PT the experience itself offers one which can create growth, insight, and overall health improvement. While the physical therapy provider is the expert, you play...
It's the time of year when clocks spring forward, and with that seasonal change come some changes that can affect your health. We found some interesting information in a recent Popular Science article that sheds some light on what happens when our clocks get some...
Here is a recipe Todd Rech, MPT, PT's wife makes often. Very good! 4 cups torn fresh spinach 4 cups cooked bow tie pasta 4 cups cooked chicken 2 cups green grapes, halved 1 cup fresh snow peas 1 medium tomato 3 green onions Combine dressing...
