I am going to start this post with a warning - be prepared for a rant! Have you ever seen a doctor that did some tests and told you that everything was normal and they couldn't find anything that could be causing your symptoms, and then just left it at that? Maybe they referred you… Continue reading Don’t let anyone tell you that your pain is “all in your head.”
By guest contributor: Jessica McElroy, PT, DPT Have you had the opportunity to experience myofascial release? It is a mind boggling, incredible treatment that can change the way you see physical therapy and assist you in living your life to the fullest. I highly recommend it and let me tell you why! I have been… Continue reading What can Myofascial Release do for YOU?
I'm sure people are getting tired about hearing me talk about FASCIA this and FASCIA that, but seriously, it is EVERYWHERE and connects EVERYTHING in our bodies! As I am working on patients, I often hear "how come I can feel it on the left side of my neck when you're working on my right… Continue reading Why I think Myofascial Release is the bees knees and why everyone needs it!
I LOVE working with runners. Runners are usually a PT's dream client - they are active, self-motivated, and are usually willing to do just about anything to get back to the sport that they love without pain or injury. Often, I have to be careful when giving a runner an exercise program, because they'll not… Continue reading Calling all runners!
One of the first things I learned on my recent trip to New Zealand was that the word Kiwi can describe 2 things - the bird or a native New Zealander. What about the fruit? NEVER say only the word Kiwi to refer to the fruit - it's always called a Kiwifruit, otherwise it might… Continue reading Notes from a trip to Kiwi country
Strength...balance...stability...flexibility... Breathing...relaxation...anxiety-relief...blood flow... Endorphins...serotonin...dopamine...norepinephrine... These are all benefits of different forms of exercise. It's so good for our body, mind and soul. I also think it's the absolute best if it can be done outside in the fresh-air and sunshine! Every kind of exercise or activity will lead to improvements in some of these areas,… Continue reading The best cross-training for every athlete
How to prevent pain and injury when cycling - 6 exercises that are beneficial for any healthy rider to stay healthy.
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