Staff Spotlight: Americo Rodrigues
Integrated Rehabilitation Services, in business for over 16 years, has a team of physical therapists who use Cyriax-based evaluation and treatment techniques. James Cyriax, an English surgeon, was known as the Father of Orthopaedic Medicine. He had many students who are well-known in the physical therapy industry, including Brian Mulligan, Geoffrey Maitland and Robin McKenzie….
What’s the Cause of My Hip Pain?
Do you have hip pain? Physical therapy can help decrease pain, increase range of motion and reduce your chance of a repeat occurrence. There are many reasons why your largest ball-and-socket joint aches, including different forms of arthritis and acute injuries. What are some common causes of hip pain? Osteoarthritis Our hips are made up…
Prevent Ski Injuries with Physical Therapy
Let’s hit the slopes! The freshly packed winter snow is waiting at the resort – are you ready to ski down a huge mountain? Many skiing enthusiasts will not skip a beat to say yes, but is your body prepared for this kind of physical activity? Beginner, intermediate and even advanced skiers are at risk…
Take Control of Your Pain With the McKenzie Method®
So, you think you know McKenzie? I want you to think again. I fell in love with the concept almost 20 years ago, when a colleague encouraged me to take a certification course. Let’s find out what makes McKenzie so unique. What is the McKenzie Method? The McKenzie Method has a simple definition, but it…
Getting In Shape Is Not a Sprint
We have all been there; it is New Year’s Eve and you are celebrating with friends. As the confetti is cleared and the last bottle of bubbly is finished, you face the challenge of making resolutions for the new year. Although it is common for many of us to set personal physical goals, we often…