During the height of seasonal allergies, cold and flu season, and Coronavirus circulation, it’s crucial that we take care of our bodies for optimal immune system function. Doing so will also significantly reduce the odds of exposure to the rest of the population. Evolution has provided our bodies with natural ways [...]
A stress fracture is a small crack in the bone caused by overuse and repetitive forces. Stress fractures account for 20% of all injuries in sports medicine. Women are at an increased risk for stress fractures due to hormonal factors that influence bone density as well as hours per week spent participating [...]
Our bodies can feel tight or restricted for many different reasons. While conventional thought may suggest that if something is tight or stiff, it should be stretched out, that isn’t always the case. When we experience discomfort or tension within our bodies, often, our initial impulse is to stretch to [...]
Flexibility and mobility are two words that are commonly used interchangeably. If we stop to think about what the two mean, however, they are actually quite different – and it’s imperative to take note of that difference. […]
Bicycling is a fun, low impact way to move around town that improves cardiovascular fitness. More people than ever are choosing to bike for exercise or transportation. Even though the activity is low on impact, injuries can occur and are usually either traumatic or the result of overuse. [...]
Did you know that Americans currently get an average of 6.8 hours of sleep a night, and 20% of U.S. citizens have sleep disorders? The percentage of adults getting less than six hours of sleep per night has increased by 31% since 1985. These are staggering numbers considering that in 1910 [...]
Have you been experiencing chronic pain for years on end? Perhaps you’ve been in and out of physical therapy, tried injections, massage, and even surgery with minimal relief and generally a lot of frustration. Maybe you’ve even given up important and meaningful activities like picking up your toddler or going [...]
Have you ever wondered why a paper cut may be more painful than a stubbed toe or why neck pain feels worse than elbow pain? David Butler, a pain science researcher, has famously stated, “pain is a decision your brain makes.” Every person’s experience with pain and every pain experience [...]
When I was in physical therapy school, a full semester was dedicated to dissecting a human cadaver to better appreciate the musculoskeletal relationships and complexities within the body. To fully visualize the muscle connections, nerve pathways and joints, we spent hours pulling away other tissue that surrounded these structures. One [...]
So, you’ve done it- you’ve recovered from your injury! You’ve done the hard work, you’ve put in the time, and you are now pain-free. Maybe you’ve done some less intense workouts but still feel hesitation at the gym and haven’t completely returned to your regular workout routine. This can be [...]
