While I have a wide variety of exercises in my toolbox to choose from, most of my patients will always end up getting some core exercise incorporated into their program. My favorite core exercises are “anti-rotation” exercises performed in a plank or quadruped position. […]
A few weeks after the birth of my daughter, I attended a yoga class, eager to get back into my physical fitness routine. But it only took one three-legged dog pose before my body reminded me that it wasn’t ready. I had to take a step back and reassess the [...]
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) that typically occurs when someone hits their head or quickly moves their head from one direction to another, such as in the instance of a car accident. […]
Breathing may not seem like an exercise— after all, we do it every day without a second thought. However, when you focus on the technique, this simple action becomes a tool for better health. […]
Fall is a great season to play golf, but before you get on the course, you’ll want to make sure you’re playing safely. Preventing potential injury is essential whether you’re an experienced golfer or considering picking up clubs for the first time. […]
Knee pain, especially related to osteoarthritis (OA), is an orthopedic problem commonly seen around the world. Knee OA is a significant public health issue that causes chronic pain and disability. […]
Urinary incontinence (UI) is commonly described as pelvic floor dysfunction or voiding dysfunction such as involuntary loss of urine. The condition can be very stressful and affect many aspects of someone’s life. Senior citizens often come to mind when discussing incontinence, but the problem affects people of all ages. [...]
Here at SetPT DC, we see a lot of runners. Though almost anyone can participate in the sport whether they’re an athlete or not, performing the right exercises is essential to prevent running injuries. […]
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. […]
Most people want their time in physical therapy to be quick and efficient, and who can blame them? Not being able to go about your daily tasks or enjoy your normal activities can be very frustrating. Going into physical therapy with the right mindset and set of tools will help make [...]
