One activity that can easily be overlooked is something we do and need every single day is SLEEP! During our physical therapy sessions, we try our best to look at the body as a whole, and sleep is a topic we often talk to our patients about. […]
Have you ever performed a deadlift? Everyone’s answer to this question should be, “Yes!” Deadlifting is a part of our everyday routine. Examples of functional deadlifting include picking up grocery bags from the ground, lifting a box from the floor to your waist, picking up your child from the crib, etc. Deadlifting is an [...]
The thoracic spine goes from the base of the neck to about the small of your back, making up the upper back and middle back. Limited mobility in thoracic extension and/or rotation can result in compensation mechanisms in the shoulders when performing specific movements such as overhead lifting, back squatting, front squatting benching, etc. [...]
Normal age-related physical and cognitive changes occur in our bodies as we get older. Examples include decreased muscle mass and fiber size and decreased performance involving cognitive tasks and functions. […]
Many people question whether or not deep squatting is an appropriate or safe exercise to perform secondary to fear of damaging the knees. Different degrees of depth in a squat are prescribed in exercise and rehabilitation programs for various reasons. There is not one single textbook way to squat, but some exercises, activities, and [...]
We’ve heard it before from healthcare providers, friends, family, other patients, etc. that squatting with your knees over your toes is bad for your knee joints. This is a misconception that has been told with the intention to decrease pain or injury in the knees. However, functionally, we experience our [...]
Heart rate recovery (HRR) after exercise can be used to easily assess the status of your cardiovascular health. HRR tells you how fast your autonomic system can switch from using its sympathetic system (fight or flight) to using its parasympathetic system (resting state) [1]. […]
It’s the holiday season! It is time to get together with loved ones and have a good time. It is that time of year when you can cozy up in a blanket and enjoy a hot beverage while watching your favorite holiday movie. Unfortunately, with all the good that comes during the holiday season, [...]
Telehealth services have expanded across the medical profession in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Thankfully, telehealth is here to stay, as it improves access to important health care services on your schedule. But, you may be wondering, why would I schedule a telehealth appointment over an in-person appointment [...]
In our Pelvic Health Part 1 blog, we discussed what is pelvic floor physical therapy and how often do issues with this muscle group occur. In part 2, we’re going to cover what the pelvic floor ‘does.’ […]
