Is Nutrition the Missing Link for Physical Therapy Patients?
We’ve all been there – you have made a resolution to eat healthier but one day, there is cake at the office. Everyone is having a slice and it’s your favorite kind! You tell yourself, “One piece can’t hurt…I’ll run another mile to make up for the extra calories.” You eat the slice of cake…
Common Questions We Hear About PT
In the world of physical therapy, professionals are often asked questions about their line of work. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about how physical therapists can help patients improve their bodies. Physical therapists can provide more services than many people realize! In this article, we explore some common questions about PT with Jennifer Fritts, Clinic…
No Pain, No Gain?
Benjamin Franklin once said, “There are no gains without pains.” More recently, the phrase came to be known as, “no pain, no gain” and “feel the burn” from the Jane Fonda exercise videos of the 1980s. The statement “no pain, no gain” refers to the belief that pushing yourself harder will yield better results, but…
Physical Therapy for Heart Health
February is American Heart Month, a national observation that raises awareness of heart disease and spreads helpful information about heart health. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women? This ailment is responsible for one in every four fatalities. The heart is the most vital organ…
Tips to Prevent Common Exercise Injuries
It’s a new year and that means more people will be heading to the gym in winter. If it is your resolution to get fit and healthy, it’s important not to jump right into a new workout routine. Doing so can lead to an injury that leaves you sidelined. Common ones may include pulled muscles…