Connecting with Dad: How Physical Therapy Strengthens Families

Imagine a dad who’s had a rough time. Maybe he got hurt or is dealing with something tough like addiction. Physical therapy isn’t just about fixing his body; it’s about healing his heart and bringing the family closer together. Dad’s Journey to Recovery When Dad starts therapy, it’s more than just lifting weights…
Learn How to Overcome Hip Pain, Arthritis, and Hip Bursitis with Absolutely Proven Treatment Options

Hip pain can significantly impact daily activities and quality of life. Understanding the causes of hip pain, such as arthritis and hip bursitis, as well as available treatment options, can help individuals find relief and regain their mobility. In this article, we will explore the causes of hip pain, differentiate between arthritis and hip bursitis,…
Understanding the Impact of Aging on Balance and Proven Strategies for Enhancing Stability

Ever wondered how getting older affects your ability to maintain balance? In this blog post, we’ll explore the changes that happen in our bodies as we age, especially in our eyes, ears, and sense of balance. We’ll discuss why these changes can make it harder to stay steady on our feet and share practical tips…
Shoulder Pain Treatment at Home: Your Active Lifestyle Guide

If you’re carrying the invisible burden that is shoulder pain, make a start on your shoulder pain treatment at home effectively with this expert guide. Shoulder pain creeps up on you – a deep, nagging ache that suddenly turns into a sharp, shooting pain with a simple reach or twist. For the active adult, especially those…
Essential Golf Stretching Exercises for Active Adults

As the holiday season approaches, the allure of the outdoors becomes irresistible. Golf courses beckon, hiking trails call out, and playing with the grandkids in the backyard transforms into a daily delight. Yet, for many active adults, this idyllic vision is clouded by the reality of limited mobility or tight muscles. It’s not just about…
Are You Suffering From Stiff Hips? Why Stretching it isn’t Helping.

We just finished treatment with “Sarah”, a busy mom in her early 40s working full time and raising 3 kids with her husband. She was complaining about stiffness in her hips getting in the way of her ability to run, do her workouts at the gym, and (she said with a quiet voice) be intimate…
Don’t get Caught in Tendon-Confusion! The Difference Between Tendonitis and Tendonosis Explained

Many have either suffered from tendinitis or at least heard of it. But have you ever heard of TENDINOSIS? If you’ve ever suffered from tendonitis – then you know that it can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months! What is the difference between Tendonitis and Tendonosis? Tendonitis is an acute, short-term, inflammatory…
Ouch! – What to do when you Pull a Muscle

What Happens When You Pull A Muscle? A pulled muscle is just another way to describe a muscle strain. Muscle strains are painful. Muscle strains occur when a muscle or tendon is overstretched or torn. A torn muscle is graded by 3 degrees. Mild, moderate, and complete tear. Muscle strains can occur without warning…
what are the benefits of stretching?

I often hear from people that they don’t need a daily stretch routine because they will never be flexible or because it’s boring and they would rather go biking, hiking, etc. Other people have good intentions, but often find less and less time to get a regular stretching routine into their day. And I get…
Piriformis Syndrome: A Pain in the Butt

Piriformis Syndrome Causing You To Sacrifice Your Independence As You Age? This is an important question that we begin to ask ourselves when we start to hurt and ache in the hip and glute area with sitting or walking. When a patient comes to our clinic for an evaluation for their hip pain, we like…