September 2017

  You’ve probably heard the statement before: “If you run a marathon, you might die.” Many people believe the marathon-naysayers when it comes to the dangers and risks associated with the grueling training hours logged and miles run. However, if you’ve run a marathon or are planning to run a marathon, you’ve probably already weighed […]

One of the greatest benefits of physical therapy is that it’s tailored and individualized for each person. This means physiology, medical history, and type of condition and/or injury are taken into account when devising a program. This is essential when it comes to women’s health. Physical therapy is particularly beneficial to women in this way. […]

Thousands of Americans suffer from back pain every year, heading to doctors and the hospital for help. Sciatica is one such type of back pain that afflicts many people and can be one of the most painful back conditions. Not only does it cause pain in the lower back, but the pain can also spread […]

As the leaves start changing and kids start heading back to school, fall sports turn from summer training to game time. Both parents and coaches alike are concerned about the safety of their young athletes, looking for ways of avoiding injury during the upcoming season. Football, cheerleading, volleyball and soccer ramp up during the fall […]

Wouldn’t it be nice to take a dip into the fountain of youth? One of the biggest motivations of medical progress is shrinking the mortality rate, i.e. help people live longer lives. Well, according to new research, literally taking a dip might actually help you live a longer and healthier life. Swimming, along with running, […]

Every year, many people head to the doctor’s office because of pain in their back, specifically lower back pain. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases estimates that nearly 80% of people have some sort of back pain. Sciatica is one of the most painful lower back issues for which people seek […]

When most people think of physical therapy, they think of physical therapists helping injured athletes or car crash victims. However, physical therapists do more than just work on sports injuries. Physical therapy can help the elderly, too – from reducing severity in falls to helping soothe carpel tunnel, arthritis, and other common ailments. Preventing Falls […]

With the widespread resources available out there on the Internet when it comes to injury prevention and sports injuries, there’s still an incredible amount of miseducation. Thanks to social media, people who are just gurus or weekend warriors are held up as fitness experts. They’re held as trusted and reliable sources for training, diet, and […]