Vestibular Therapy — What is it and Can it Help you?
Without realizing it, we rely on our vestibular system with nearly every move we make. When we start to suffer dizziness or feel unstable, an issue with the system may be to blame. The vestibular system is made up of the inner ear and parts of the auditory and visual systems. Put simply, it’s in […]
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury (ACL) Injuries are Common
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury (ACL) is a common ailment in the sports world, both for athletes in the big league and those at the backyard volleyball pit. Typically, the injury occurs when the foot is planted but the knee twists, causing damage to the ACL. Treatment and recovery take many forms, but your physical therapist […]
How Physical Therapy Can Help Protect You From Falls
Whether a result of aging, sedentary lifestyle, surgery, or injury, muscle weakness can contribute to other physiological issues and contribute to an increased risk of falls. According to the Center for Disease Control, one out of five falls causes a serious injury such as broken bones or a head injury. In fact, over 800,000 patients […]
Get to the Core of the Issue: Core Strengthening for Beginners
Although you may not associate your lower back pain with your calves, when something is off-kilter in one area, it easily affects more distant areas of the body. If you think about it, your abdominals and lower back muscles support the majority of your musculoskeletal network, literally from head to toe. Without a strong core, […]
When to Seek Care for an Injury
Whether you’re easing back into exercise or have maintained your conditioning throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, sports injuries are a common occurrence. From repetitive motion injuries to an acute injury during a recent workout, knowing when to go to the doctor can provide information, an action plan, and peace of mind while minimizing unnecessary visits. When […]
Easing Back Into Exercise
Whether you’ve been in lockdown due to COVID-19 restrictions or have just slipped away from your regular exercise regimen due to lack of time or motivation, when you are ready to get back into the groove of working out be sure to ease back into the process. Avoid common injuries and achieve your goals by […]
How to Access Exercise Classes from Home
As you may have seen in the quarantine community physical distancing workout like this one in Spain, people are eager to feel connected with each other and are missing their workout time. Diving into May, 2020 gyms in our area remain closed due to the Stay at Home order in response to the coronavirus pandemic. […]
Maintaining Physical and Mental Health While at Home
We spend a lot of time in our homes. Whether you’re retired, work from home, or have recently been forced to remain home due to the COVID-19 Pandemic of 2020, spending copious amounts of time at home can result in sore, achy bodies and adversely affect mental health. If you’re spending markedly more time in […]
Avoid Injury While Enjoying These Common Winter Activities
While many people hunker down inside the warmth of home during the winter months, others revel in the crisp air and anticipate long days on snowy slopes. If winter drives you outdoors, be aware that there are inherent risks to common winter activities. But you can avoid the common sprains, tears, and breaks of winter […]
How Diet Affects Inflammation in the Body
Evaluating your diet is a powerful tool in the fight for optimal health. Making good food choices means reducing your chances of heart disease, diabetes, and other major illnesses. A healthy diet can also support mental health, provide the energy you need to remain active, and keep you out of the physical therapy office. Diet […]