Has cabin fever set in for you yet? Most people aren’t used to being at home for such prolonged periods, especially with gyms being closed and most social gatherings being canceled. Many of our patients have been inquiring about how they can stay active during this time. The following recommendations [...]
The term ‘optimism’ means “hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.” We all know folks who are either glass half full or half empty types, but have you ever considered how much your outlook impacts your health outcomes, particularly in terms of physical therapy? [...]
When you enter one of our physical therapy facilities, we want you to feel right at home. At SetPT, our goal is to foster a positive, encouraging environment for you to get healthy and return to the activities that allow you to live life to the fullest. […]
When I think about my favorite exercises, both personally and for my West End Center and Metro Center patients, thoracic spine (t-spine) mobility stretches immediately come to mind. […]
During the colder months, many golfer patients ask me, “What can I do to prep for the upcoming season?” I recommend these patients perform my go-to exercises for off-season training, shown below. […]
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is an autonomic nervous system disorder affecting millions of people throughout the U.S. and worldwide. While the disease doesn’t discriminate based on age or gender, it is commonly reported in female patients who are in a fertile age range. […]
After sustaining an acute injury, patients often ask us whether they should use hot or cold therapy. The answer to that question though depends on a couple of factors, such as whether your injury is new or chronic and also if you’re feeling pain or stiffness. […]
SetPT is shining the spotlight on our physical therapists. Our goal here is to ensure their patients are safe and sound, preventing injuries and recovering properly. […]
This is an interview with Mark Steverson Owner of 5 Orange Theory Fitness locations in the DC Metropolitan Area. Chris: What is Orange Theory Fitness (OTF)? Mark: It's a one-hour group training class that gives each person a heart rate monitor and challenges them to reach certain training zones in order to burn fat [...]
4 Tips for Setting Up a Healthier 2017 New Year’s resolutions, how many of us year after year plan on doing something to better our lifestyle and have been unsuccessful? Well, 2017 can be different if you approach that resolution with a goal that you can accomplish. So how about setting a realistic, measurable [...]
