When you’re hit with an injury or chronic pain, the thought of a potential surgery can feel like a cloud looming overhead. Nobody looks forward
In the past, we’ve written numerous articles detailing micro-workouts that can be done in the middle of the day. However, we’ve never stopped to truly
One phenomenon we’ve seen over the years is that patients sometimes get rehab or physical therapy advice from personal trainers at the gym. While in
Cases of tendonitis can vary dramatically in severity, ranging from mild irritation to debilitating pain. Though physical therapy can technically help any case of tendonitis,
Regardless of background, we’ve all had seasons of life where physical activity has taken a back seat to other priorities. However, it can feel very
In physical therapy, we often have patients use various massage tools in our office, and recommend that these tools be used outside of the office
It’s easy to question what’s normal when it comes to pain or soreness. After a physical therapy session, we occasionally hear from individuals wondering why
We have often mentioned that we believe one of the primary benefits of physical therapy is that it’s a holistic approach to wellness. These days,
It isn’t news to anyone that many of us struggle to get regular movement in the modern world. We spend long hours sitting at desks,
Have you had a fall or been concerned about stability and balance? Sometimes it’s small unnoticed changes in strength and balance that can increase slowly
If you struggle with tight, painful knots in your muscles, you’re not alone—as physical therapists, we’ve guided countless patients through safe and effective ways to
Obesity is a complex and widespread health challenge that impacts millions of people worldwide. Some physical therapists offer customized solutions for patients with obesity, based
In the past, we’ve discussed the pros and cons of physical therapy as opposed to surgery, but what about when you know you’ve got an
One specialized service that comes up with our patients is physical therapy for weight loss. Since physical therapy isn’t typically thought of as an option
Once you’ve first committed to try physical therapy, the next step is to have an initial evaluation. This appointment tends to take a little bit
Petersen Physical Therapy has been serving the East Valley in Arizona for over 30 years. Our four locations are easily accessible from all over Arizona, and are within close driving distance of Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert, Maricopa, Chandler, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Apache Junction, and Scottsdale, Arizona.
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