Tag Archives: physical therapy

Aquatic Therapy Exercises

As temperatures rise in the Summer heat, people can be inclined to try Aquatic Therapy (Physical Therapy in a pool). This treatment can be a great option for rehabilitation because many exercises are easier in the water. Being buoyant in … Continue reading →

Balance Training with the TOGU Jumper

It has been reported that 75% of Americans older than 70 years old are diagnosed as having “abnormal” balance. This number is actually alarming because balance problems can make basic tasks, like walking, standing, or sitting, very difficult to do. … Continue reading →

8 physical therapy methods explained

Physical therapists are trained in the art of assessing the human body and restoring it to optimal performance following an injury. They have some of the most cutting edge technology at their disposal (including lasers!) but their most useful tool … Continue reading →

How to Avoid Overtraining Injuries

Note: this article originally appeared on MoveForwardPT.com Has this happened to you? During training for a big race you start feeling pain in your foot. The first few times you feel it you just run it off but then during … Continue reading →

Pain Fighting Tricks from Physical Therapists

A physical therapist is probably the last person you would think to see when you are in pain, but they are often the ones that will give you [almost] immediate and lasting relief from pain. Prevention magazine recently asked PTs … Continue reading →

Common Injury Prevention Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Here’s the scenario: you know you have hurt something, the pain won’t go away with rest and, if anything, it’s just getting worse. You go to Physical Therapy and want to do well so you can get back to your normal … Continue reading →