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Massage Balls: The New Weapon Against Muscle Pain

Posted on April 3, 2019 by Brian Whittington, PT, DPT, CMTPT

One of the most common treatment methods to alleviate muscular pain and post-work out soreness is the foam roller and...
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Sleep Positions for Less Low Back Pain

Posted on February 22, 2019 by Athletico

As a physical therapist, one of the biggest complaints I receive about low back pain (LBP) is about how it...
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My Back Hurts, What Should I Do?

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Back pain is the most common pain seen in outpatient physical therapy clinics across the country, with data showing that...
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Tips on How to Select and Wear a Backpack

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

It’s time to think about back to school! An item that is on many back to school shopping lists is...
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Are You Growing Used to Your Pain?

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Brian Whittington, PT, DPT, CMTPT

Approximately 30 percent of adults over 18 are experiencing chronic pain with a slightly higher prevalence (34 percent) among females.1...
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Best Sleeping Positions for your Neck and Back

Posted on January 12, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

In my experience as a physical therapist, one of the most common reasons patients seek out physical therapy is due...
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4 Tips to Stay Healthy While Holiday Shopping

Posted on December 4, 2017 by Athletico

The Holiday season is in full swing, which means both stores and online retailers will be busy with shoppers through...
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You Can’t Actually “Slip” a Disc

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

We’ve all heard it, someone we know has “slipped a disc” in their back. However, slipping a disc is actually...
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