Many runners - of various experience levels - end up dealing with shin pain, but it's not just runners who deal with what's commonly called "shin splints." Dancers, gymnasts, and those in repetitive and impact sports all have higher rates of shin pain. So what...
Back pain may be the one pain that seems universal. It's one of the most common reasons people miss work, and at some point, almost everyone will experience an episode of back pain for one reason or another. Back pain can also be sneaky: you...
A quick online search will show that many people want to know “physical therapy you can do at home” and there are just as many popular results that offer all sorts of suggestions. From more garden-variety advice like foam rolling, to stretches that probably shouldn't...
It's the time of year when you'll start to see more runners outdoors - and if you are a runner, you're no doubt looking forward to the nicer weather around the corner. During last year's lock down, running was one thing that could get you...
February is American Heart Month, and it's a good time to review how you can take better care of the heart that takes care of you 24/7, 365 days a year! The sobering truth is that heart disease is common and deadly. According to the...
Your Physical Therapist has just about seen it all: before surgery, after surgery, new injuries, chronic pain, balance problems, stubborn issues that are hard to resolve...
On Weds, Feb 17th, we're hosting an entire day devoted to better health, your better health. Wellness Wednesday is a day where you'll receive the screening of your choice with one of our expert Physical Therapists. There are seven different screenings to choose from: Balance...
This time of year, there are all sorts of fitness challenges taking off - and some really popular ones involve doing sets of squats every day or in specific workouts. Squats are a great exercise; however, many people struggle with proper form, which can result...
What's the most important joint in the body? Some might say the hip joint, since it's a large ball-and-socket joint and central to major movement. Other reports point to the ankle since a bum ankle can all but ruin your competitive speed skating dreams (or...
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...
