Freedom Physical Therapy Blog
Articles from our expert therapists
What is Overactive Bladder (OAB)?
Do you have Overactive Bladder (OAB)? As many as 30% of men and 40% of women in the United States live with OAB symptoms. Learn how you can stop these symptoms and get back to living without constant stops to the bathroom!
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At the Core of Us Mothers
What muscles actually makeup the core? Tracy Pfannerstill breaks down how pregnancy can affect core muscles. She points out what can happen after pregnancy and how you can identify and fix these issues.
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Osteoporosis: exercise, nutrition, and medication
Osteoporosis specialist Diane Ping lays out what those at risk for osteoporosis can do to prevent or manage osteoporosis and live a healthy life! Contact Freedom Physical Therapy Services with questions.
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What do Freedom Occupational Therapists do?
What does an occupational therapist do? Find out what occupational therapists do and why OTs at Freedom Physical Therapy Services go above and beyond expectations.
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Occupational Therapy Month: When do I need an OT?
When should you see an Occupational Therapist for an orthopedic injury? It’s Occupational Therapy Month and Freedom thinks you should know when seeing an occupational therapist can benefit you! You should see an occupational therapist if any of these apply to you.
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Headaches, TMJ Pain, Neck Pain, Computers, and Ergonomics
Ergonomics and desk setup are closely tied to postural health. Learn to create an ergonomically correct desk to prevent headaches, neck pain, and TMJ pain.
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March Madness Injuries
Avoid March Madness injuries! Find out about the most common basketball injuries and how to prevent and treat them. Physical therapist Scott Coonen shares how to get back and the court and stay there!
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Pitching: How to reduce injury and improve performance
Physical therapist and pitching expert Ryan Bedingfield goes into the specifics of the 6 phases of overhead pitching to help improve performance and reduce injury.
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Rule of Nine: Making great hitters average
Learn how to make a .300 hitter bat .100 average by applying the rule of nine. Pitching coach an physical therapist Mike Ruppel tells how get more outs!
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Pitch counts…there is more to consider
Pitch counts can give coaches and parents an idea if a pitcher can continue on the mound, but there are other factors to consider when making the decision to keep the pitcher on the mound.
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Tips to Manage Chronic Pain
Chronic pain can be debilitating and depressing. Learn tips to manage chronic pain from physical therapist Erin Bafunno so you can get back to the activities you love!
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Chronic Pain: From Hurt to Help, a Look at Pain
Discover the difference between acute vs chronic pain and find health practitioners who understand the physical and emotional nature of pain. There is HELP, There is HOPE!
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Back Pain: Recovery Mistakes
Improve and recover from back pain caused by injury or surgery by not making these critical mistakes. Physical Therapist Molly Rittberg knows from years of treating back pain patients.
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How much physical activity do I need?
How much physical activity do you need to lead a healthy lifestyle? Find out how you can improve your cardiovascular health by getting the right amount of exercise!
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Plantar Fasciitis: Recognize and treat
Suffering from plantar fasciitis? Learn the symptoms and ways to get rid of pain! Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, what are some of the important things to know about plantar fasciitis?
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Scapular Dyskinesis
Scapular dyskinesis means your shoulder blade is moving in an abnormal way. Findings show this condition can increase chances of injury. Find steps to correct shoulder blade position and see if you should see a physical therapist!
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Making a Successful New Years Resolution
Achieve your New Years Resolution with these tips! Surprise yourself and friends by making small changes through the year to add up to a new you!
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Bio-Point Acupressure: Relief Without Medication
Acupressure therapy works when the therapist stimulates specific bio-points on the body. Find out what Bio-Point Acupressure is and how it could help you. Find pain relief without medication!
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Stay Pain Free During Holiday Activities!
Holiday activities are fun and festive but can cause pains and strains. Physical Therapist Molly Rittberg shares how to stay pain free this season!
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Reduce Stress this Holiday Season!
Holiday stress can cause pain. Physical Therapist Rachel Spaeth shares tips to reduce stress and pain during the holidays.
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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!
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Using Ergonomics To Reduce Travel Stress
Occupational Therapist Rebekah Goodman shares how reduce stress and the chance of injury when traveling during the holiday season!
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Freedom Physical Therapy Approaches TMJ Treatment Differently
Freedom Physical Therapy Services has a different approach to TMJ treatment. There are three main reasons why our approach sets us apart.
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Hints For Self-Treating TMJ Symptoms
Struggling with TMJ? Having jaw, head, or neck pain? Here are helpful hints for self-treating symptoms of TMJ from specialist Pete Balik, PT.
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As You Sleep, So Shall You Reap
Learn the role a physical therapist can play in getting a good nights sleep. Mike Karegeannes gives insight for both patients and practitioners.
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Why Choose Physical Therapy?
There are lots of reasons to see a physical therapist. Should you? Read how physical therapy can help reduce pain and restore function to Enjoy More Freedom!
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4 Things New Moms Don’t Know About Their Body
Pelvic floor specialist Nina Olson shares 4 things new moms don’t know about their body after having a child, and why seeing a physical therapist can help!
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Getting Through Your Joint Replacement
No joint replacement is an easy task. Physical therapist Erin Baffuno shares how to make it through rehab and get back to Enjoying More Freedom!
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Dizzy? Could It Be BPPV?
Ryan Bedingfield shares how physical therapists can provide treatment for symptoms of dizziness, spinning sensations, and nausea, indicators of BPPV.
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Concussions – Symptoms And What To Do
Concussion has been a huge buzzword, but what are the symptoms and what should you do if you or someone you know has a head injury? Therapist Kassie Kimichik lets you in on the symptoms and what to do.
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