We've all had those times when you love the sport, but it doesn't love you back: a bad run, a tough hike, a day when you miss every shot, or can't seem to get yourself in the game. Unfortunately, unlike these infrequent moments, there are...
How many times have you heard someone say, “I'd love to do that, but I can't because of my back (or knee, or hip, etc.).”? Maybe you've even said it yourself. Belief is powerful: if you believe that you can't run because of your hip,...
Weight lifting isn't just for the bulky guys at the gym working on “mirror muscles” or extra-toned fitness models - weight lifting is something that can benefit people for several important reason. Yes, even you. Yes, even if you've never lifted weights before. Now that we've...
We get it, shoes can be fun! Fashionable shoes for women, trendy dress shoes for men – if you're into shopping and adding to your collection, finding a flashy new pair can feel like a total win. Except, if you're wearing shoes that put your...
When you think of what can make your dreams come true, it may be a winning lottery ticket, magical fountain of youth, or Prince or Princess Charming. The first thing that comes to mind might not be physical therapy – but we're here to tell...
There's nothing more frustrating than planning your summer fitness season, only to have an unlucky moment send you back to square one. It stands to reason with warm weather, more people get out and train for goals they've set for later in the year. Runners...
You likely ended up in your physical therapist's office through no fault or planning of your own; however, the way you leave physical therapy has a lot to do with you! While your physical therapist has years of education, training, and experience in his/her tool...
Many people have misconceptions about physical therapy, and that's okay – until it's important that you receive PT and then it's necessary for you to know the basics. For you, maybe that time is now and you've been putting off making an appointment because you're...
You were in a minor car accident, just a “fender-bender” and, luckily, everyone walked away – without a scratch. Yet later that day you started feeling sore, likely in your neck, shoulder, or back; maybe the next morning you felt stiff after you slept on...
Imagine this: You're in physical therapy to treat an injury or rehab after a procedure and your physical therapist has educated you during your sessions, provided guidance, and also given you specific exercises and stretches to do at home. Yet time gets away from you...
