Archive - April 2020

  If you’ve never been to physical therapy, you may wonder why it’s important and if it can even make a difference. At Core PT, we believe in the power of therapy so much that we’ve dedicated our entire careers around it. With the increasing number of people affected by the opioid epidemic, non medicinal pain treatments are more important than ever. But don’t just take our word for it, hear what our patients have to say. “What pain you have that you do not

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  Stress is a part of every person’s life, whether we ask for it or not. We each have varying levels of stress at any point in our lives. While some stress may be good for us, such as the body’s survival instinct warning us of danger, severe or constant stress can have a significant impact on the body. April is National Stress Awareness Month, so there is no better time to learn about the ways stress affects us and how to manage it when it comes knocking at our door. Headaches You

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  You’ve most likely heard the name “COVID-19” discussed nonstop recently. It’s important to stay up-to-date on recent information and discoveries during this difficult time to be informed. Having a general knowledge of the disease first is crucial to keeping yourself and others safe. Keep reading to learn the basics of what COVID-19 is, how you can keep yourself and others stay safe, what to do if you feel sick and ways to boost your immune system. What is COVID-19? COVID-19

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  Many don’t realize how often they use their shoulder muscles and the shoulder joints until they have an injury or overall pain in the area. Even if you’re not an athlete, your shoulders are used consciously and unconsciously in nearly every movement - even walking! The good news is that you can eliminate shoulder pain and even prevent injuries with regular stretching. These four stretches are simple enough to work into your weekly routine. Why does stretching help? Stretching

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