Top Stretches to Avoid Running Injuries
The “should you stretch before or after a run” debate has gone on for many, many years. In fact, “expert” recommendations have continued to change regarding the value of stretching…
Physical Therapy for Pregnancy Back Pain
Over half of all pregnant women will experience some kind of back pain before, during, or after their pregnancy. About 40 percent of these women experience lower back pain due…
Running Injuries to Look Out For
As most runners know, the sport of running can be incredibly taxing on the body. While the ideal situation is certainly a pain-free run every single time, the reality is…
Injuries Continue to Haunt the NFL
Many people are referring to yesterday’s NFL Sunday as one of “those” types of days, in reference to the many injuries suffered by some key players across the league. However,…
National Falls Prevention Awareness Day
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in every three adults over the age of 65 falls each year. As the most common cause of traumatic brain…
Top 10 Benefits of Active Release Techniques
Active Release Techniques (ART) is one of the fastest growing treatment methods in sports rehab and physical therapy practices today. An innovative method to treat the soft tissue system through…
Post Workout Meals to Fuel Your Body Right
Eating after a workout is a long debated topic. Today, however, scientists agree that consuming food between 30 and 60 minutes post workout is important to fuel your muscles with…
CrossFit Exercises with Potential Danger
CrossFit has truly swept the nation over the last couple of years. From teens to young adults to even elderly adults, CrossFit seems to work for all kinds of people…
Top 10 Stretches Before a Tough Workout
There is great controversy surrounding pre and post workout stretches. Stretching the body with dynamic exercises is important for flexibility which concentrates on the body’s full range of motion. Kicking…
Should I See a Chiropractor for My Sports Injury?
Chiropractic care for sports injuries has caught some negative attention over the years. About a decade ago, many athletes believed that chiropractic manipulation supplied little benefits to treat sport injuries.…