Working from Home: Ergonomics The number of individuals working from home over the past three years has increased exponentially. Not everyone is equipped with an ergonomically effective home office. Physical Therapists have seen an increase in issues involving but not limited to the hip, low back, and neck. Here are […]
Injury Prevention, Workplace SafetyWays to Reduce Injury Risk with Snow Shoveling Often with snow shoveling season comes an increase in new injuries or an exacerbation of old injuries. Most often, injuries can occur in the low back, shoulders, or legs due to the body not being prepared for the task at hand. This article will highlight some useful […]
Injury PreventionDry needling for Sciatica. Is it worth trying? Sciatica can present in differing severity and intensity but is classified as nerve pain from any sort of injury, irritation, or pressure on the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is on average 2cm in diameter at its thickest portion (wow, huh?). It runs along the posterior hip/buttock […]
Dry NeedlingFoam Rolling: Why to Avoid the Iliotibial (IT) Band I would like to point out that foam rolling can be a beneficial tool to release muscle tension throughout certain muscles in the body. The proposed mechanism behind foam rolling is the inhibition of overactive tissue (muscle tightness). This has been proven to help reduce muscle […]
Recovery/TrainingBenefits of Balance and Proprioceptive work Compared to other forms of exercise, the amount of time dedicated to balance and proprioceptive training is significantly less. However, it is arguably just as (if not more) important for injury and fall prevention. No matter your age or activity level, balance is challenged through things like altered surfaces, […]
Aging[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Should I Avoid Static Stretching Before Exercise? Many people, including myself, have memories of performing static stretches before athletic events, gym classes, or exercise sessions. The thought behind this was a hopeful improvement in muscle performance and a […]
Injury Prevention[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Difference Between Dry Needling and Acupuncture Dry needling is a technique often used by professionals including but not limited to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physicians, and chiropractors. A question that comes up frequently is the similarities and […]
Dry NeedlingShould I Exercise with Osteoporosis? A diagnosis of osteoporosis can at times be frightening and full of unknowns. Should I continue my regular exercise? Do I exercise at all with osteoporosis? If so, which exercises should I do? Exercising with osteoporosis can be even more nerve-racking. Here is what our therapist recommends to those wishing […]
Injury Prevention, Women's Health
