I recently had a 45 yo female come to my clinic for a consult and ask me “If I can find exercises online, why do I need physical therapy?” I wish I could say that I was taken back. Or, that I was shocked a relatively healthy 45 yo would ask me why she...
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Oct 15, 2019 | Physical Therapy
I am still surprised when I receive emails asking me “why do I need physical therapy after surgery?” And here I thought physical therapy after surgery was common...
The #1 Reason Why Back Pain KEEPS Occurring…
Sep 25, 2019 | Back Pain
I am just finishing a back pain awareness month at the clinic and one common question I keep getting asked is “why does my back pain keep occurring?” I wrote an email...
When Should You Go See A Physical Therapist?
Sep 13, 2019 | Physical Therapy
When Should You Go See A Physical Therapist? When I am out in public and around friends/family, I get this question a lot. It takes a lot to admit that you are injured and...
How To Treat A Frozen Shoulder
Aug 16, 2019 | Shoulder
You spent months agonizing in pain and researching the “frozen shoulder” diagnosis (and had the chance to read the previous blog on what a frozen shoulder is...
What Is Frozen Shoulder?
Aug 2, 2019 | Shoulder
After months of pain, multiple visits to your primary care doctor, sleepless nights, and inability to use an arm to put dishes away on the top shelf, your doctor finally...
Comparing Physical Therapy Options
Jun 19, 2019 | Physical Therapy
Just like any other purchase you make, it is important to compare your physical therapy options. Every day I hear stories of patients taking less desirable healthcare paths....
Pulled Muscle: What To Do And Not To Do
Apr 15, 2019 | Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy
Have you ever had a pulled muscle? Chances are you have. And once you do, boy you feel it! When you pull a muscle the pain can range from mild, like a minor...
4 Basic Exercises For In-Season Arm Care
Feb 21, 2019 | Baseball, Physical Therapy
One common question I get asked from parents is “what are some basic exercises for my child to do while in-season to prevent shoulder injuries or Tommy John...
4 Common Myths About Tommy John Surgery
Feb 11, 2019 | Baseball, Elbow, Physical Therapy
As mentioned in the prior blog, there are many myths that are associated with Tommy John surgery. These 4 common myths need to be dispelled to help overcome our thinking...