Is it possible to increase your total health, wellness, and quality of life with a few simple physical motions? When it comes to stretching, the answer is unmistakably yes. For this reason, stretching exercises are a common part of physical therapy. You might be shocked to see how many different ways stretches can benefit you. … Read more
It is a common misconception that “sprain” and “strain” are interchangeable terms. In reality, there are some key differences between the two. In order to understand how they differ, it is important to first understand what ligaments and tendons are. Ligaments connect bones to bones within a joint, while tendons connect bones to muscles. When … Read more
The Natural, Long-Lasting Solution to Chronic Hip And Knee Pain As two of the largest joints in the human body, your hips and knees play a huge role in supporting your body’s weight and guaranteeing mobility. However, as many Americans know, hip and knee pain is remarkably common. In fact, according to a study by … Read more
Research Shows That Stretching Is Just as Important As Exercise It is an unfortunate truth that Americans are not getting enough physical activity. Healthy adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week. If you are trying to become more active, preparing a regular exercise routine of your own is … Read more
It’s a common goal to want to become healthier, stronger, and more active. However, this can be a difficult feat, with lack of time, pain, injuries, or difficulty sticking to a nutritious diet. And over the last 8 months, all of these things have been especially difficult to balance. When you are in pain, undesirable … Read more
How Physical Therapy Can Help Did you know that strengthening your core muscles is linked to developing better balance? It’s true! When your core muscles are strong, they have a better chance of preventing you from experiencing chronic lower back pain and developing other injuries. They also prevent you from losing your balance or falling … Read more
Small Ways To Improve Your Health How many reminders do you have each day that you aren’t getting enough physical activity in? The running shoes collecting dust in your closet. The yoga mat curled up in the backseat of your car. The gym membership you keep paying for but don’t actually use. We know that … Read more
Stretching daily is something that a lot of people don’t think about doing on a daily basis. The truth is that stretching is a necessary component not just for exercise but for general health and wellness as well! According to physical therapists, stretching is an important part of one’s daily routine, whether you’re exercising or … Read more
If we were the betting type, we’d guess most of the people reading this are sitting down right now. It’s not a wild stretch of the imagination—most Americans spend around 12 hours per day sitting. Unfortunately, this kind of excessive sedentary behavior has been linked with an increased risk for chronic disease and early death. … Read more
Protein is a necessary nutrient for maintaining high levels of physical function. If you’re a dedicated athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone who is simply trying to become more active, your protein intake plays a key role in your physical performance. There are many factors of high-quality protein that can benefit you in ways you … Read more
