Exercise and Mental Health
How are exercise and mental health related? Physical therapist Rachel tells you why exercise is so great for your mental health.
Men's Health, Sports Medicine, Women's Health
No Pain No Gain: Fact or Fiction?
In this installment of the Mythbuster Series, find out why “No Pain No Gain” may not be the best way to approach working out. Rachel explains what aches are appropriate and when something might be wrong.
Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine
Dry Needling for Chronic Low Back Pain
Find out if dry needling for low back pain is an option for you. Learn about what dry needling is and why it can be an excellent option for low back pain!
Chronic Pain, Dry Needling
Jumper’s Knee
Knee pain from Jumper’s Knee can be debilitating. Find out what you can do if you think you have Jumper’s knee to get back to your sport!
Sports Medicine
Shoveling: It shouldn’t be a pain in the back!
1. Hands shoulder width apart on the shovel This will help increase your leverage and take stress off your back. 2. Brace your core Keeping your core tight will protect your back and decrease your risk for injury. 3. No twisting Rotating at the hips when tossing snow is a frequent cause of low back […]
Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Workplace Safety
Reduce Stress this Holiday Season!
Holiday stress can cause pain. Physical Therapist Rachel Spaeth shares tips to reduce stress and pain during the holidays.
Relaxation
Volleyball: Have Your Best Season Yet!
Want to improve your volleyball game and stay healthy all season long? Learn easy exercises to strengthen the joints most involved while playing volleyball!
Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine
Top Three High School Sports Injuries And How to Prevent Them
Sports provide the opportunity to make new friends, have fun and stay fit. However, it is extremely important to keep our athletes healthy and do our best to prevent any injuries that could leave them sidelined. Here are some of the most common sports related injuries in young athletes along with a few tips on how to prevent them!
Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine