Category: physical fitness

Physical-Therapy-Is-Important Dec20th 2023

Physical Therapy Is Important – Both Before and After Surgery

Did You Know You Can Benefit From PT Not Only After Surgery – But Before? It’s a wise idea to work with a physical therapist for physical therapy both before and after surgery. Working with a physical therapist prior to your operation — sometimes referred to as “prehab” – can help you to prepare emotionally

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Health Aug20th 2023

4 Ways You Can Start Improving Your Health, Strength, and Fitness Levels Today!

Did you know that more than 15 percent of American adults get no physical activity during their leisure time? We’re all aware of the health benefits of exercise, so why does it sometimes feel so difficult to stay active? If your yoga mat has been thrown to the back of the closet or your running

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Stretching Oct20th 2022

We All Know Exercise is Important – But So Is Stretching!

Did You Know Stretching is Just as Important as Exercise? There’s no doubt about it: American aren’t getting enough physical activity. Healthy adults should be making a point of getting at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity every week. If you already know that you need to be more active, you may be preparing

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Aug10th 2021

Stress-Related Headaches Can Be Bothersome – Fortunately, PT Can Help

Discover Relief for Your Headaches Today! Headaches are a common issue that can plague everyone from pre-teens to retirees. However, when recurrent tension or stress-related headaches make it difficult to get through your day, physical therapy may be needed to provide long-lasting pain relief. Physical therapy can help you overcome stress-related headaches. In fact, as

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Jul10th 2021

Are You Experiencing One of These 5 Common Shoulder Injuries? Find Relief With PT

Physical therapy is used to treat any shoulder injuries, workplace injury, or musculoskeletal condition you may be experiencing. It is a natural, safe, and effective way to treat both acute and chronic pain. One of the most common reasons people seek the help of a physical therapist is to manage chronic shoulder pain. There are

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May20th 2020

Staying Healthy As We Age: The Importance of Physical Activity

It’s pretty common to be less active the older we get, but if we want to remain as healthy as possible, we must incorporate as much physical activity into our daily lives as we can! Thankfully there are many easy ways to increase your levels of activity that most people can include in their every

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Is Stretching a Real Form of Exercise May10th 2020

Is Stretching a Real Form of Exercise?

You probably already know there are a ton of different factors that contribute to maintaining your health. Getting a full night’s rest, staying hydrated during the day, and eating well-balanced meals are the most commonly shared tips when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, maintaining your heart health and nervous system. However, this is

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Dec5th 2019

Don’t Join the Opioid Epidemic. How Physical Therapy Can Help Ditch the Pain Meds

It seems like every time you turn on the news there is another story about the opioid epidemic gripping the country. There is a good reason for panic. In 2016 alone, 116 people died each day from opioid-related drug overdoses. Some 11.5 million Americans misused prescription painkillers in some way, costing an estimated $504 million

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Dec5th 2019

Sprains, Strains and Ankle Pains! What You Need to Know and When to See a Therapist.

There you are, walking through the park on a bright summer day when suddenly you find a hole with your foot. Before you know it, you are in pain, collapsed in a crumpled heap, hoping no one saw your graceful fall. What do you do? How do you know whether it is an injury that

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