A healthy core is a foundation for any exercise routine, athletic endeavor, or daily physical activity. Core muscles help support our shape under all the stress of everyday living and make it possible for us to walk upstairs, carry groceries home from the store, and even bend down to pick up a dropped ball. Despite […]
Stretches To Incorporate Into Your Everyday Routine
Taking time to stretch every day can make all the difference in the world. Stretching can help keep you healthy, happy, and ready for everyday activities such as lifting a heavy object or carrying groceries up a flight of stairs. Not only can stretching help you with these everyday tasks, but it can also help […]
Aging brings biological changes that can increase our risk of disease and decrease our physical and mental functioning. Conditions like arthritis, diabetes, and depression become more common and can contribute to injuries and further illness. As we age, falls become a leading cause of injuries. About one in four adults over 65 suffer a fall […]
Common Fall Sports Injuries: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Anyone who plays sports knows there’s always a chance of getting injured in the game. That’s why many coaches carry first aid kits. Injuries are most likely to occur in contact sports, to people who aren’t typically active, or those who don’t warm up properly before playing. Many athletes try to shake off an injury […]
Importance of Proper Form and Good Health During Fall Clean Up
Although a stunning time of year to spend outdoors, autumn brings a lot of cleaning with the change in color and the eventual fall of leaves. Below, we provide some useful tips to help you maintain good posture and avoid injury during (and after) fall cleanup. What Is Fall Cleanup? To put it simply, fall […]
“It’s just a concussion". If you’ve ever had a concussion or have known someone who’s suffered a concussion, then you may have heard that sentence before. However, concussions are complex injuries that require complex treatment. Discover what a concussion is, the warning signs, and how physical therapy can help you recover. What is a Concussion? […]
