In the past, we’ve written entire articles on physical therapy vs pain medications, and what we’ve got to say about opioids vs physical therapy isn’t
Your physical therapy treatment will last for a finite amount of time, and it’s important to remember that the goal of physical therapy is to
One conversation we have semi-frequently with patients is regarding when to stop physical therapy. Whether you’ve had a change in insurance coverage, your benefits have
We recently published an article on foam rolling and massage guns, but another common question we hear from patients is on the topic of foam
One thing we mention to every patient, regardless of their diagnosis, is the importance of completing a home exercise program for physical therapy success to
A few weeks back, we discussed whether or not one should be concerned about flexibility loss from lifting weights or strength training. However, there’s another
We’ve written elsewhere on our site about fall risk factors and risk mitigation, but we wanted to address another element of the topic that often
Knee flexibility is one of those things most of us take for granted until it’s taken away from us, whether by injury, age, or adaptive
As physical therapists, we’re frequently asked about the best tools for self-care. In the past we’ve discussed the benefits of foam rolling, as well as
As physical therapists, we’re often recommending that patients achieve a particular level of mobility and flexibility as part of their journey towards performing their daily
If you’ve ever had the frustrating experience of dealing with a stress fracture (looking at you, runners!), you know the typical inner debate that goes
One excellent option for patients with limited mobility, chronic conditions, or who are recovering from complex injuries is home health physical therapy. Though we’re an
One thing we often mention to our patients to maximize their recovery and their results is that they must be an active participant in the
If you’ve ever felt that familiar ache in your knee after a workout, you’re not alone—many of our patients have struggled with runner’s knee (Patellofemoral
When most people think of physical therapy, they often envision treatment for injuries, chronic pain, or post-surgical recovery. One of the fortunate side effects of
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