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June 27, 2023

Mom, Physical Therapist, Advocate

I gained another title – advocate. I stood up for what I knew Lola needed. And without having done that, I don’t think she would be where she is today. Surrounding her with the right PT for her was what she needed. She didn’t need me to be her mom or to be her PT, she needed…

June 27, 2023

Take Charge of Your Back: Why Early Physical Therapy Matters

Getting physical therapy early can prevent back pain from getting worse. Physical therapists are experts who know how to help your back heal and get stronger. They will teach you exercises and stretches that will make your back muscles stronger and…

June 8, 2022

Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain

…physical therapy (PT) is often one of the best choices you can make when you experience long-term or chronic pain. PT can make you stronger and help you move and feel better.

March 1, 2020

Fitness…With a Side of Dysfunction

This time of year, many people are focused on fitness so it’s worth taking a look at what fitness really means. The dictionary defines fit as “sound physically and mentally, healthy.” Using that definition, many “fitness” routines fall short of the goal. If you don’t enjoy running and dread every workout, you’re probably falling short…

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January 4, 2020

Your Physical Therapist Can Help You Keep Your Resolution

As one year comes to a close and another begins, people begin to set goals and make resolutions. Losing weight, getting to the gym more often or getting into “better shape” are all common. These all require increasing your amount of physical activity. More activity is great for your health, energy levels, sleep, and mood….

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November 30, 2019

What is a movement diagnosis?

Medical diagnoses don’t need much of an introduction. They’re what you get from your doctor when you’re sick. Examples would be influenza, diabetes, or hypertension. They describe the underlying problem that is causing your symptoms. When people feel sick, they know they need to go to the doctor and find out what’s going on to…

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November 21, 2019

I finally feel good!

I finally feel good! The people were very good helpful and nice! Donald D., Adult Physical Therapy Client

November 5, 2019

I’ve been referred to physical therapy…now what?

You just left the doctor’s office with a script in hand to see a physical therapist for an injury or illness that’s preventing you from moving properly. Even though the physician shared some background information on the services, you have never been to physical therapy before and don’t know it all works. What’s the next…

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August 6, 2019

Do You Know Your Movement Vital Signs?

Most people think of heart rate or blood pressure when they think of vital signs. It is common to use numbers to quantify health and risk of disease. The American Heart Association encourages people to “know their numbers” referring to blood pressure, blood cholesterol, blood glucose, and weight. However, research is now showing the importance…

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July 9, 2019

PT Can Prevent Unnecessary Surgery

Recent research is showing that surgery might not be needed as often as we think. A large review estimates that 10% to 20% of surgeries might be unnecessary and that in some specialties such as cardiology and orthopedics, that number might be higher. The reasons for so many unneeded surgeries being performed are varied, but…

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