Prevention

Stress. Who doesn’t have a little bit of stress in their life? Okay - or a lot. As we all know, there are many different things that cause stress, but there are also many ways to help manage and relieve your stress. More often than not, we deal with stress as a normal part of life and do not focus on trying to manage it but rather just push it off. In honor of Stress Awareness Month, we wanted to give you some ways to manage this stress in hopes that it will help you live a more worry-free

Did you set a New Year’s resolution to live a healthier life? Lose weight? Eat better? You are not alone. These resolutions are among the most commonly set, but also the most frequently failed. The first few months of the year are the easiest, but are you still succeeding? It has been said that nearly 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail in the first couple of months. Now that the first few months are over, it is time to persevere and keep on track. If you have given up or thought of giving

Are you one of the millions of people that suffer from upper body pain every year? You are not alone. Without a doubt, back and neck pain are some of the most common conditions treated with physical therapy. Our backs and necks have a lot of pressure on them when it comes to doing day-to-day activities and can even get injured from just being overused which makes them extremely vulnerable. It is important to take great precaution and care when doing things that could put your back and neck in potential

“Don’t worry, be happy.” That’s the running phrase, right? It’s easier sung than done. This is often because many people simply do not know how to relax or meditate in the middle of their chaotic lives. Too often, the first picture that comes to mind when thinking of relaxation is sitting on the couch at the end of a long day and watching reruns of a favorite TV show. It might sound easy, but that doesn’t mean you are doing your mind or body a service when it comes

It’s a fun month-long celebration that you may not have heard about: Nutrition Month! In honor of this month, we will cover the importance of nutrition and how to keep the overall health of your body strong. What Does Nutrition Look Like? What you fuel your body with is converted to energy and your overall sense of well-being. Yet, many don’t realize what proper nutrition looks like and if they do, they find it difficult to follow. These tenets are a great starting point. Proper

Don’t let the tension from your life build up! Exercise is a fantastic way to reduce stress and improve self-confidence in handling the problems that come your way. Try out these exercises to improve your stress levels and get a smile back on your face. Exercise is a tried and true way to reduce stress. It encourages deep breathing and promotes the “feel good” chemicals in the body like endorphins.   Shoulder Stretching Your shoulders are a major part of your upper

The Four Types:   Anterior Knee Pain Syndrome This pain is in the anterior and central part of the knee. It happens when the kneecap rubs against the lower part of the thigh bone. It can be caused by weak muscles, too much activity or by flat feet.   Iliotibial Band Syndrome This is pain on the outside of the knee. The band goes from the outside of the hips to the thigh and down the top of the shinbone. When the band gets too tight, it can cause pain and swelling.   Chondromalacia

In an earlier blog, we marked Older Americans Month by explaining the benefits of physical therapy to those in their Golden Years. To continue that theme, today we’re going to cover four tips for the aging athlete: Account for the Effects of Aging.   No matter how heathy your lifestyle is, there will be certain effects on your body from growing older, and these will impact your athletic ability. Some of those include decreased sensation and balance, decreased lung capacity,

Nothing can sideline your fitness goals faster than experiencing an injury at the gym. That’s why doing stretches before your workout is crucial. Here are a few that can help you avoid aches and pains: 1.) Swing your legs. To gain flexibility in your hamstrings and hip flexors prior to a run, a leg swing stretch is an effective tool. Use your left hand for support and hold onto a stable object, such as a tree or pillar, to prevent falling. Face forward and stare ahead. First, swing your

Kids have cabin fever? Pants a little tighter after the holidays? It might be time to get outside and get some fresh air. Even though it’s cold out, the winter months can bring many opportunities for outdoor activity. One such pastime that the whole family can enjoy is sledding. Before you hit that hill, make sure you’re taking proper precaution. Sledding may seem like a safe kid’s activity, but up to 20,000 people land in the emergency room each year as a result of sledding