By: Dr. Ian Carroll Introduction Back pain is one of the most common physical complaints, affecting millions worldwide. Whether it stems from long hours at a desk, heavy lifting, or just poor posture, gentle movement can be a powerful remedy. Here are a few simple, beginner-friendly exercises...
(If you don't have time to read, check out this blog's Audio Edition! Click below:) By: Dr. Chelsea Savage Turning 60 isn't a finish line—it's the start of your prime for focusing on longevity. While staying active has always been important, your sixties require a specific, strategic...
(or The Recovery Myths That Keep You Stuck) By: Dr. Chelsea Savage As an orthopedic physical therapy specialist, I see incredible resilience and commitment from my patients. You show up, you work hard, and you stick to your programs. However, sometimes the best intentions are guided by assumptions...
By: Chelsea Savage As an orthopaedic physical therapy specialist, I hear many stories. Patients come in worried, sometimes even fearful, about what their pain means. They often think their body is "broken," fragile, or that a specific movement is dangerous. I would like to share three fundamental...
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Written by: PTA Brittany Davis Are you interested in Pilates? Do you have back pain flare ups? If you said "yes" to either one, coming to Body One Physical Therapy could be the solution for you! As a PTA at Body One North Meridian, I specialize...
Written by: Dr. Daniel Waskiewicz, PT, DPT Whether you're working out at a gym or at home, having pain during an exercise can be a common -and frustrating- situation. The question is: what should you do if you're having pain during exercise? To answer this question,...
By: Dr. Amy Poynter PT, DPT Diaphragmatic (or "belly") breathing is a technique used to help reduce stress, increase ability to utilize your core musculature, and decrease use of your accessory chest muscles from being too active with breathing. We live in a stressful world -...
Whether you're active - or less so - tight hips can be a problem for many people. General stretching alone typically isn't enough to loosen this area; instead, you need targeted stretches to reach the right muscles, the right way. In this video, Dr. Brian...
There are many common myths about physical therapy that you may have heard, and we’re here to bust them! In our final myth-busting article, you’ll learn the reality behind common misconceptions – and the way physical therapy really works and works to help you get better. “My...
