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Golfer’s Elbow isn’t just for Golfers
Golfer’s Elbow isn’t just for Golfers Despite its name, golfer’s elbow can affect anyone—not just golfers. This common condition causes pain on the inside of the elbow and can make everyday activities such as lifting, gripping, typing, or carrying objects uncomfortable. The good news? Most cases of golfer’s elbow respond well to conservative treatment, and […]
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5 Daily Habits to Prevent Headaches
5 Daily Habits to Prevent Headaches Headaches are a real pain in the noggin. The good news is that there are habits that can help prevent headaches from occurring. By the end of this writing, you will have an understanding of 5 different habits that you can instill into your life today to increase your […]
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Upper Body Strength Training for Runners
Upper Body Strength Training for Runners Running means different things depending on your experience. If you run distance regularly or have never run before, strength training alongside running can help prevent injuries. Lower-body strength is important, and upper-body strength matters too, which is the focus here. You may be asking, “Running is about the legs, […]
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Why Do My Muscles Keep Cramping?
Why Do My Muscles Keep Cramping? Why Do My Muscles Keep Cramping? Understanding the Causes and What You Can Do Few things are as uncomfortable as a sudden muscle cramp. One moment you’re walking, exercising, or sleeping normally, and the next your calf, foot, hamstring, or another muscle suddenly tightens and becomes painful. Patients often […]
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Do You Have a Flare-up Plan?
Do You Have a Flare-up Plan? What to Do When You Experience a Flare-Up Exercise challenges the body in multiple ways, and appropriately challenging your body is an important part of staying active and healthy. The challenge is knowing exactly how much your body needs at any given moment. Sometimes, we overdo it—and that can […]
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5 Balance Exercises You Can Start at Home
5 Balance Exercises You Can Start at Home Balance isn’t just a fitness buzzword; it is a foundational skill that supports everything from walking up stairs without wobbling to preventing dangerous falls as we age. According to health experts, improving balance at home boosts stability, strength, coordination, and confidence in daily activities. Whether you’re a […]
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Do I Need Physical Therapy? 7 Signs It May Be Time
Do I Need Physical Therapy? 7 Signs It May Be Time Experiencing aches, stiffness, or changes in mobility? Thinking they are “just part of getting older”? Not only does it not have to be, but it does not need to be the expectation. Physical therapy (PT) can help you stay independent and keep doing the […]
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Your Back Hurts—But Is Your Spine the Problem?
Your Back Hurts—But Is Your Spine the Problem? If your back hurts, it’s natural to assume that your pain is coming from your spine. But what if your hip, nerves, muscles, or even the way your body is moving is the real reason why you are experiencing pain? During a physical therapy appointment, our job […]
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Fell on Your Tailbone?
Fell on Your Tailbone? It Matters to Your Pelvic Floor Therapist Pelvic floor therapists provide essential care to those struggling with pelvic pain and bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction. The tailbone (also known as the coccyx) is often thought to act exclusively as part of the low back, rather than the pelvic floor. However, the […]
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Postpartum PT 101: What to Expect at Your First Visit
Postpartum PT 101: What to Expect at Your First Visit What to expect from your postpartum physical therapy visit Being pregnant and having a baby are major stressors to the mother’s body. Postpartum, there is a lot of focus on the baby and the baby’s health. However, our female pelvic health team is here for […]
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Healthy Glutes Make for Happy Hips
Healthy Glutes Make for Happy Hips The gluteal muscles, which are hip muscles, are among the most influential and powerful muscles in the body. Knowing their locations, functions, and potential problems can be helpful for anyone struggling with hip pain. Learn how healthy glutes make for happy hips. The Gluteal Muscle Group: An Overview […]
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Talk, Don’t Text: Help Kids Build Language Skills
Talk, Don’t Text: Help Kids Build Language Skills As parents, we can find it nearly impossible to separate kids from their screens. After all, many apps are labeled as “educational,” and it seems harmless to let them scroll, play, or video chat. But research shows that too much screen time can actually hold kids back—especially […]