The Exercise-Pain Cycle: Where to turn when pain hinders exercise and weight loss. “If I could just exercise without pain, I could actually lose weight and feel better about myself.” “If I could just get my weight down, exercise wouldn’t be so painful.” Does this sound like you? If so, Read more…
Kinesiology Tape Many of you have probably seen different athletes, whether on TV or at your local sporting events, cover their body with colorful tape in all sorts of crazy designs. What’s the point of it? Does it even do anything or is it just for show? Below is the truth behind Read more…
Physical Therapy and Jaw Pain Did you know physical therapists are trained to evaluate and treat jaw pain? Typically, jaw pain is associated with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the surrounding muscles used to chew food. This is called temporomandibular dysfunction, or TMD. Other signs and symptoms can include: headaches, Read more…
Your feet are two tough tootsies! People are likely to walk more than 100,000 miles over the course of a lifetime. But as important as your feet are, it’s all too easy to neglect them… until they hurt! Seven key ways to keep you striding strong for years to come. Read more…
PLANTAR FASCIITIS What is it? Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is located on the bottom of your foot. Plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that helps support the arches in your foot and runs from your heel to the base of your toes. When Read more…