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7 Tips To Fit More Physical Activity Into Your Routine
Are You Ready To Get Moving Again?
Did you know that 80 percent of the U.S. population falls short of the Physical Activity Guidelines recommended by the Department of Health and Human Services? Millions of Americans are risking serious health consequences simply because they do too much sitting and not enough moving around.
That information may not come as a surprise to you, especially if you’re one of the 80 percent.
Read full blog5 Reasons to Add Stretching To Your Workout Routine
Do you know the added benefits of daily stretching?
Some people believe that stretching is a waste of time when it comes to exercising. Stretching is, actually an important part of any workout.
Is it possible to increase your total health, wellness, and quality of life with a few simple physical motions? Of course! For this reason, stretching exercises are a common part of physical therapy.
Stretching, according to physical therapists, should be a part of everyone’s daily regimen, whether they exercise or not.
Read full blogLooking For A Way To Treat Arthritis Pain?
Discover the Ways Physical Therapy Can Help You Find Natural Relief
Many people believe they are bound to suffer from arthritis pain despite the fact that stiffness and discomfort do not have to be a part of our daily life.
If you’ve been losing mobility and productivity as a result of chronic joint inflammation, you may be dissatisfied with the effectiveness of painkillers or concerned about their possible risks.
Physical therapy, fortunately, is a safer and more effective way to treat arthritis pain.
Read full blogIs Your Back Pain Due to A Herniated Disc?
Have you ever experienced excruciating pain in your lower back, neck, or tingling in your limbs? Chances are the pain is coming from a herniated disc in your back.
Herniated disc pain can be debilitating, but the good news is that physical therapy can help diagnose your problem and help relieve your pain. Call our clinic today to learn more about the benefits of physical therapy for herniated disc pain.
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Read full blogPhysical Therapy Can Improve The Outcome of Your Surgical Operation
Are you scheduled to have an operation sometime shortly? If so, there’s something you should add to your list of things to do to prepare!
You’re probably already aware that you will be needing physical therapy after your surgery, but did you know that it’s a wise idea to work with a physical therapist both before and after an operation?
Working with a physical therapist before your operation — sometimes referred to as “prehab” — can help you to prepare emotionally and physically for the surgery.
Read full blog3 Reasons to Choose PT For Your Nagging Aches and Pains
Do you have chronic pain? If so, you’re not alone! In reality, you’re in the company of at least 20% of the United States population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Chronic pain is more common than you realize, and it keeps many people from living their normal lives.
At our physical therapy clinic, we work with people every day who are dealing with the physical and mental effects of chronic pain caused by conditions like arthritis and fibromyalgia.
Read full blogLiving With Chronic Headaches? Physical Therapy Can Provide Relief.
There is nothing worse than having the feeling someone (or something) is squeezing your head, really, really hard! We’ve all been there, and it’s miserable, to say the least.
Whether the pain starts in your neck, the back of your head, or front and center behind your eyes, stress headaches can seriously throw your day off the rails. While reducing your stress level can often reduce your stress-related headaches, getting rid of the pressure you are under is not always practical or simple.
Read full blog5 Ways To Get More Physical Activity Into Your Everyday Routine
We lead very sedentary lives nowadays. According to PT in Motion News, 80 percent of Americans aren’t meeting physical activity guidelines set forth by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Finding the time or the motivation to exercise is difficult for many people. However, maintaining a high level of physical activity can give you a longer life and also improve the overall quality of it as well.
The key to getting in more physical activity is to find something fun that you enjoy doing and that also fits your current fitness level.
Read full blogChronic Pain Got You Down? Take A Closer Look At What You’re Eating
If you’re like many of the Americans living day in and day out with nagging chronic pain, you know firsthand just how limiting it can be to deal with. Chronic pain, whether it’s in your legs, feet, hands, arms, back, or shoulders, can make the easiest of tasks feel excruciatingly painful to perform.
The good news is that there are more options available to you than you may even realize when it comes to alleviating your pain.
Read full blogArthritis Can Make Life Difficult – Don’t Let Opioids Make it Worse
If You’re Living with Arthritis, Physical Therapy Can Help
Arthritis is a general term that actually includes hundreds of different diseases.
Whether you have osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or another type, one of the primary symptoms is inflammation and pain in the joints.
Whatever type of arthritis you’re suffering from, you’re likely struggling to overcome varying degrees of pain.
If you’re taking opioids for arthritis pain, you need to know there is a better option.
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