As flowers bloom and the days get longer, it’s natural to want to get outside. Whether you’re digging in your garden, hitting the trails, or playing sports, spring brings new energy. But if you were inactive this winter, your body might not be ready for a sudden burst of activity. What Are Overuse Injuries? Overuse […]
Your heart is your body’s most important muscle. Like any muscle, it needs regular exercise to stay strong and healthy. This February, as we observe Heart Health Month, let’s explore how physical activity can boost your heart health and how physical therapists can help. Why Movement Matters Every time you exercise, you’re giving your […]
Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. It helps you stay strong, keeps your heart healthy, and lifts your mood. Exercise can help you sleep better, think clearer, and feel more energized. Best of all, you don’t need fancy equipment or hours of workout time to get these […]
Maintain Your Exercise Routine and Reduce Stress The holiday season is a busy and exciting time of year but can also be stressful. Between shopping, parties, traveling, and visiting family, it’s easy for your regular exercise routine to fall by the wayside. Research has shown that physical activity levels tend to decrease the most after […]
Sleep is essential for our health and well-being. It helps our bodies recover, boosts our mood, and improves our ability to think clearly. Unfortunately, many people struggle with getting enough good-quality sleep. 62% of all Americans experience a sleep problem several nights a week—and it’s likely those numbers are low, sleep problems often go under-reported. […]
October is National Physical Therapy Month, a time to recognize the vital role physical therapists play in improving our health. If you’ve ever considered physical therapy or have experienced its benefits, here are five reasons to celebrate this valuable intervention. Holistic Approach Physical therapy takes a holistic approach to health. Instead of just treating symptoms, […]
Falls are a big deal. They can cause injuries and make it hard to live on your own. They can also make you afraid of falling again. This fear might make you less active, making you weaker and more likely to fall. It’s a tough cycle to break. Falls aren’t a normal part of aging. […]
Fall is on the way, and so are school buses and students carrying…backpacks. You might not think much about those bags full of books, pencils, crayons, and computers, but physical therapists do. Why Backpacks Matter Students will always have things to carry between home and school. A backpack is a great way to do that, […]
Exercise has been shown to have a huge list of benefits and little to no downside. It’s common to hear that if exercise was a medication, it would be the greatest wonder-drug ever created. But “exercise” is a broad term that covers a lot of specific movements and activities, not all of which are right […]
How Physical Therapy Helps People with Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, balance, posture, and coordination. It can also cause non-motor symptoms such as pain, fatigue, mood changes and cognitive impairment. While there is no cure for PD, there are treatments that can help manage the symptoms and […]
