The summer months bring warm weather, which means more outdoor sports, competitions, and fitness activities. While exercise and sports are beneficial to your mind and body, they can also lead to accidental injuries. Without proper training methods, warm-ups, or conditioning, sports-related injuries can become quite common. The most common sports-related injuries include knee injuries, sprains, swollenContinue Reading »
1. Switching Hips When Holding Your Baby- Our bodies are not designed to carry the weight of our babies on one hip, It might seem like a commonly known fact, but simply alternating back and forth to each hip when holding your baby can help relieve low back pain. When we tend to hold ourContinue Reading »
The Fourth of July is one of the most popular holidays where people head out and spend time outside in the sun. Since we have limited sun exposure in the northern states, be sure to take extra care of your skin when you’re outside. Prolonged sun exposure can lead to skin cancer down the road,Continue Reading »
We know that summertime means warm weather. Warm weather means it’s time to haul the grill out and cook outside. Here are some ideas on how to have a healthier barbecue the next time you decide to grill out! Choose Fish Fish, like tuna and salmon, have great nutritional benefits! This is because fish has omega-3 fattyContinue Reading »
A knee replacement can mean a world of change to someone who’s been dealing with bad knees. Sometimes the recovery can come as a surprise, so we want to give you an idea of what to expect when you get a total knee replacement!Day 1 Knee replacement rehab begins as soon as the day after surgery.Continue Reading »
Golf is the most common summer activity that our patients do. It allows people to have social interactions while competing with friends, family, and colleagues. As with any sport, there are always opportunities for injury and improvement. Physical therapy can not only relieve pain from golfing, but also improve strength and mobility allowing players toContinue Reading »
It’s finally Memorial Day Weekend! As many people hit the road for their first vacation of the summer, it’s important to remember these tips so you can stay comfortable in the car. Whether you’re taking a weekend trip up north in the car or heading to a far away destination, it’s finally time for someContinue Reading »
As we get older, our bodies change and need some extra care to ensure that we stay healthy. Here are some tips to keep you in tip top shape as you age! Exercise When You Can Exercising is one of the most well-known ways to stay fit. Walking keeps your heart healthy as your endurance changes whenContinue Reading »
Golf season is finally here! To make the best of the limited time we have with nice weather, we want to make sure you’re prepared to head out on the course without experiencing any pain. Here are six areas of the body, from head to toe, that are prone to golf injuries and some tipsContinue Reading »
It’s hard for anyone to get into an exercise routine and stick to it. For moms, it may seem nearly impossible with all of the responsibilities they have to take care of. From running to appointments, dropping little ones off at school or daycare, and balancing work and home tasks, there is often little time leftContinue Reading »
