Athletes of all ages are heading back outside for spring sports like soccer, baseball, track, and lacrosse. Whether you’re a student-athlete, weekend warrior, or a parent cheering from the sidelines, one thing is certain—injuries tend to spike this time of year. After a long winter of reduced activity, your body needs time to adjust. The goodContinue Reading »
When people think about living longer, they often focus on genetics, diet, or supplements. But one of the most powerful (and most overlooked) tools for long-term health is much simpler: Movement. Regular exercise doesn’t just help you lose weight or build muscle — it plays a huge role in joint health, mobility, independence, and longevity. And theContinue Reading »
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive golfer, your swing is only as good as your body allows it to be. Golf physical therapy is a game-changer for players looking to prevent injury, improve performance, and extend their time on the course. What Is Golf Physical Therapy? Golf physical therapy is a specialized branch of physicalContinue Reading »
It’s officially summer and one of the best times of the year to get out and enjoy the fresh air and the sights of your town. With more people wanting to explore new places to keep themselves and the kids occupied, we’ve created a list of our favorite beginner walks and our top tips toContinue Reading »
Golf is a popular sport, especially during the summer months, but wrist injuries in golf are common, and they can really wreck your game, leaving you unable to enjoy a round at the weekend with your family and friends.A Common Golf Injury – Wrist ProblemsFor golfers that we see in clinic, wrist injuries are probablyContinue Reading »
When you pull a muscle, the pain can range from mild, like a minor neck strain you get from turning your head the wrong way, to very severe, such as a hamstring injury that leaves you unable to walk for days. Recently we had someone call and ask… “What do you do when you pull a muscle? MyContinue Reading »
Winters in Michigan can be unpredictable. When there’s snow on the ground, there are still lots of options to get you outside. If you want to get out of the house and brave the winter weather, here are some ways for you and your family to stay active and enjoy the snow! 1. Sledding and Tobogganing. You canContinue Reading »
The physical therapy team here at Functional Advantage knows that the beginning of every year starts about the same way: you plan out your new years resolutions with the best intentions to sticking with but a few days in you find yourself relaxing on the couch instead of going to the gym or having cheatContinue Reading »
Have You Ever Pulled A Muscle? Chances are you have… and you probably remember it clearly! A lot of patients here at Functional Advantage Physical Therapy are often surprised at how easy it is to pull a muscle. Someone recently pulled a back muscle while sneezing! They don’t realize how detrimental pulling a muscle could be toContinue Reading »
“Bouncing Back After Baby” a phrase you’ve probably heard constantly during pregnancy. But what does this entail? As you probably know by now, it’s amazing what your body is capable of. But unfortunately, postpartum bodies are not perfect. Muscle weakness, posture changes, and healing tissues can lead to aches, pains, and impaired function. Luckily physicalContinue Reading »
