Flexibility vs Mobility
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. […]
March 2020
February 2020
Preventing Cycling Injuries
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. [...]
What is the Best Pillow to Sleep With?
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 [...]
The Missing Key to Your Rehab: Proper Breathing Mechanics
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 [...]
Pain & the Brain: the Science Behind Your Hurt
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 [...]
January 2020
Fascinating Fascia: What is It?
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 [...]
Tips for Returning to Working Out Post-Injury
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 [...]
What is a Movement Screen?
Movement screens are valuable assessments of functional movements that may identify areas of tightness or weakness and can help prevent injury. While movement screens are commonly used on high-level athletes before beginning a training season, they can be beneficial to all sorts of people. There are a few types of [...]
Dealing with Fear of Reinjury
Coming back from an injury is difficult in many respects. There is the long, physical rehabilitation, hours of exercise, and physical therapy to strengthen muscles, restore range of motion, and regain function. But there is also a psychological component to returning from an injury, which recent research shows is just [...]
December 2019
Five Gift Ideas for Fitness Fanatics
It’s the holiday season, and we at SetPT have some great gift ideas for those who love to stay in shape and take their health to the next level. These are recommendations we have made to many of our patients and would love to pass on. Enjoy! […]