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Holiday Survival Guide: Health Tips for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is a joyful time of year when many of us look forward to spending some quality time with our friends and family. Despite the fun that comes with the festivities, December can also be a very stressful time of year. Not only are many of us left scrambling to purchase last minute...Read More
An Exercise Routine to Help You Fight the Winter Blues
Winter is just around the corner, and with Daylight Savings behind us, days are getting shorter and shorter. This tends to be the time of year when the “Winter Blues” start to emerge, and some people even develop Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or more severe cases of the Winter Blues. Winter Blues and SAD are...Read More
Misconceptions About Sciatica: 5 Things You Should Know
Sciatica, a painful burning sensation from the buttock down the thigh, calf, or foot, is a common condition many experience. In any given year, 13-40% of the population may be affected by sciatica. The pain associated with sciatica can lead to lost workdays, lowered capacity for health through physical activity, and reduced quality of life....Read More
Paw-some Workouts to Try with Your Dog
The health risks of insufficient physical activity have long been documented, yet approximately 27% of the population still do not meet the recommendations. The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes of exercise each week. Physical inactivity is the fourth leading risk factor for mortality. Physical inactivity is also linked to increased risk for coronary disease,...Read More
Can I Prevent Shin Splints?
Shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, is a common ailment experienced by athletes, runners, and individuals who engage in high-impact activities. Symptoms include pain along the shinbone (tibia), which often results from repetitive stress on the bone and the connective tissues surrounding it. Shin splints are preventable with the right strategies and...Read More
Treating A Broken Back In Tumbling Athletes
Tumbling activities put a lot of force through the spine and can put more stress on the lower back in certain circumstances. Tumbling athletes occasionally have an injury and report a “broken back.” What does this really mean? For the purpose of this blog, we will focus on the lower back or lumbar region only....Read More
Conquering A “Small” Bladder: The Truth Behind Your Overactive Bladder
You must pee before leaving your house. Whenever you go out, you know exactly where the bathrooms are located. Just walking past a toilet can sometimes trigger the need to go. And when the urge to pee hits, no one better stand in your way. Sound familiar?Read More
Tips for Tackling Golfer’s Elbow
As a physical therapist, I see many athletes who experience a golfer’s elbow, medically referred to as medial epicondylitis. This condition is characterized by a burning ache along the inside edge of the elbow, which worsens with gripping or during certain wrist motions. While it is a fairly common issue among athletes and recreational sports...Read More