When you think of physical therapy, what sort of image comes to mind? Is it one or two therapists scrambling to care for multiple patients at once? Perhaps you picture a crowded gym with rubber bands flying, weight machines slamming, and a singular physical therapist shouting exercise instructions like “shoulders [...]
Out of the many exercises I utilize for both myself and my patients at the West End center, the bridge is one of my absolute favorites. The bridge is a great strength exercise for your gluteus maximus, the large buttocks muscle which helps with walking as well as more intense [...]
I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Jeff Fine, LCSW, MS, NSCACPT and host of the “TotalSelf Considered” podcast. In the episode, Back Pain: Symptoms, Causes, Practical Solutions, we discuss back pain and ways to help alleviate the problem. […]
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. […]
This American Heart Month, we want to put a special focus on just how vital cardiovascular health is to your overall wellness. Heart disease is incredibly commonplace. New research from the American Heart Association (AHA) shows that nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have cardiovascular issues. Because the [...]
Pain is a complex feeling and concept. For most people, pain is a warning sign; their body’s way of telling them to stop and help protect them against an injury. In many cases, this is an accurate response to a sudden and unusual feeling of discomfort. But what does it [...]
No matter the sport, all athletes need dedication, determination, and perseverance to be successful. They need a certain level of motivation to overcome the adversity faced along the way. […]
With New Year’s resolutions about and trendy classes popping up every January, one New York class has been steadily gaining popularity, and with good reason. Mile High Run Club is designed to help you RUN. […]
The temperature is dropping, but that doesn’t mean your exercise routine has to drop with it. However, there are a few things to consider before heading outdoors in the winter to exercise. […]
The beginning of a new year often brings resolutions for better health and wellness with it. […]
