How to Assess Fall Risk at Home
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
How to Treat Trigger Points at Home
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
Physical Therapy and Obesity Management
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
When to Try Physical Therapy Before Surgery
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
Physical Therapy for Weight Loss: Questions answered
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
What A Physical Therapy Evaluation Consist Of: Common questions answered
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
Is Physical Therapy Better Than Opioids?
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
Next Steps After Finishing Physical Therapy
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
Do’s and Don’ts: When to stop physical therapy
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
Stretching vs Foam Rolling: Which is best?
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
Home Exercise Programs: Importance of the HEP in Physical Therapy
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
Does Running Make You Less Flexible?
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
