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Posted on June 18, 2025 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP
Pickleball is a great, low-impact sport for people of all ages that has become vastly popular in recent years. Pickleball is similar to tennis, however, it is played on specific courts with a different style paddle, ball, and rules. Pickleball offers a variety of health benefits for its players in addition to being a fun activity for many people.
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Posted on June 9, 2025 by Sarah Rice PT, DPT, PhD
Pelvic health? Isn’t that just for moms? No! While pelvic health is certainly important for moms, it’s also important for everyone else—dads, birthparents, people of all gender identities, and people of all ages.
Regardless of gender identity or assigned sex at birth, we all have the same pelvic floor muscles. These muscles are hard workers. They function in concert with the core and hip muscles to stabilize the body and help control urinary, bowel, and sexual function. Our breathing, diet, exercise routine, daily chores, and stress level can all affect our pelvic floor muscles.
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Posted on May 30, 2025 by Tanner Neuberger, PT, DPT, TDN Level 1
We should be able to move our bodies freely — without constant worry about getting hurt. Yes, injuries happen, and that’s why we’re here to help. But injuries are rarely caused by just one thing. They are complex and often misunderstood.
Rather than add to the sea of conflicting advice out there, let’s focus on what your physical therapist really wants you to stop doing —right now.
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Posted on May 28, 2025 by Brandon Jones, PTA, BS, MBPR
About 20% of the world will have chronic pain at some point in their lifetime. Those of you who are currently experiencing pain may feel frustrated, anxious, and alone. Due to pain, you may also be drifting away from the activities that you once enjoyed. Today, we will review some daily exercises that may help you feel better with your pain and help you connect with your most active and pain-free self.
Listed below are exercises that have been shown to help reduce pain and that can be done daily!
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Posted on May 23, 2025 by Kathleen Habschmidt PT, DPT
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of adults in the U.S. While medications can help, one of the most effective tools in managing blood pressure is exercise. The good news? You don’t need to spend hours at the gym. A well-rounded, consistent routine can make a big difference. Your heart is a powerful muscle, and regular movement strengthens it, making it more efficient at pumping blood, reducing pressure on your arteries. Exercise also helps manage weight, reduce stress, and improve overall cardiovascular health, all key factors in controlling blood pressure.
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Posted on May 21, 2025 by Kathleen Habschmidt PT, DPT
If you’ve been dealing with chronic pain, nagging injuries, or stubborn scar tissue, ASTYM therapy might be the missing piece in your recovery. This specialized treatment uses instrument-assisted techniques to stimulate healing, break down scar tissue, and improve mobility, helping you return to the activities you love.
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Posted on May 19, 2025 by Tanner Neuberger, PT, DPT, TDN Level 1
Cardiovascular fitness is important to our quality of life and fitness goals. It can determine how well prepared you are for a task, or how you might not be able to handle a fitness activity due to your inability to fuel it properly. Cardiovascular fitness will determine whether a 5K is an easy warm-up or an activity that will greatly challenge you. To better improve your cardiovascular fitness, it is important to understand heart rate zones and what they mean to your training.
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Posted on May 16, 2025 by Zachary Vandenberg, DPT
Now that spring is here and longer, sunnier days are returning, many people are starting to feel relief from the emotional weight of winter. But for those managing chronic pain, the lingering effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) may still be present. SAD doesn't always disappear overnight, and its physical impacts – like increasing pain sensitivity and stiffness – can persist even as the weather improves. Understanding this connection is key to feeling better year-round, and physical therapy can play a vital role in that process.
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