Healthy tips blog
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November 10
Treat Stress- Related Headaches with Physical Therapy. Find Out How it Works.
Posted in Headaches, Health & WellnessGot a busy life? Can’t find your keys? Did the dog just track in mud on the living room carpet? It’s these little things that add up and affect your ability to cope and can cause you to have a stress-related headache. The next time you have a stress-related headache, don’t reach for the aspirin. […]
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October 20
Why it’s Important to Get Active! Here are 5 Fun Activities for all Fitness Levels.
Posted in Health & Wellness, Physical TherapyGetting active can be intimidating. With thousands of exercise programs out there, it’s hard to figure out which one is right for you. Fortunately, there are a few, fun, favorite fitness activities that rise to the top for everyone, whether they are just starting out or are long-time fitness enthusiasts. But before you dive into […]
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October 10
Reduce Opioid Consumption and Feel Better with Physical Therapy
Posted in Health & Wellness, Physical TherapyDo you take opioids to manage your pain? Well, you’re not alone. Health care providers in the US write over 200 million prescriptions for opioid pain medication every year. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has even issued guidelines about this and urged safe nondrug alternatives, such as physical therapy. And a recent study […]
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September 20
Chronic Back Pain Sufferers! This Blog is for You.
Posted in Back Pain, Physical TherapyDoes your back hurt all the time? Can’t seem to get comfortable or engage in your normal activities? Be sure to give us a call and schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists. Our physical therapists can help lessen your pain or alleviate it entirely. What Is Chronic Back Pain? Most back pain […]
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September 10
How Nutrition Can Have a Positive Impact on Reducing Aches and Pains
Posted in Health & WellnessIf you are what you eat, what are you based on your last meal? If your answer was full of saturated fat and processed sugars, it may be time to listen to what your body is telling you. Fortunately, physical therapy is more than just recovery after surgery. A physical therapist can help you identify […]
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August 20
6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Physical Health
Posted in Health & WellnessDo you experience tired, sore, or achy muscles throughout the day? Are you recovering from an injury or surgical procedure? Do you have a condition that brings pain to your bones or joints? Whatever the case may be, a physical therapist can create a personalized treatment program for you, to help increase your energy and […]
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August 10
Ditching the Drugs: Long-Lasting Pain Relief Without Medication
Posted in Aches and Pains, Health & WellnessIt is no secret that pain is an annoyance that can sometimes hinder your quality of life. However, it can also be your body’s way of sending you a message. Sometimes pain can be a result of an underlying condition that you might not even know about. Medication can be used to provide short-term relief, […]
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July 20
How to Solve Your Aches and Pains Once and For All
Posted in Aches and PainsDo you ever wake up feeling stiff and achy, as if your body is being weighed down by a pile of bricks? Everyone wakes up feeling like this from time to time – you might have had a tough workout the day before, you might have spent an excessive amount of time on your feet […]
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July 10
Is Arthritis Paining You? Physical Therapy Can Help
Posted in Arthritis PainIf you have arthritis, you know how debilitating it can be. It affects millions of people and is the most commonly reported chronic illness across the nation. Arthritis is a disorder of the joints that causes them to become inflamed. The inflammation causes the pain and stiffness that you feel, and it can result in […]
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June 20
5 Reasons Why Stretching Will Benefit Your Overall Health
Posted in Health & WellnessStretching is an important part of physical therapy, and many physical therapists will include specific stretches into their sessions. Strength and endurance are both undeniably important; however, stretching is a crucial part of anyone’s exercise regimen, whether you are an athlete or someone coping with aches and pains. Stretching helps in increasing flexibility, which can […]
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