Why is Physical Therapy so Important?
Over the years, physical therapy has been growing in popularity. The level of education has advanced, techniques are improved and people are getting healthier, with the help of a consistent physical therapy program. A majority of collegiate programs and every professional athlete in the United States has access to a Doctor of Physical Therapy on their staff. Orthopedists are performing less major surgeries, all due to the advancements in physical therapy programs. However, most people still do not recognize who physical therapists are, what we do, or how we operate! Let us answer some of those questions for you!
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Training Tips: Smarter vs Harder?
One of the most common phrases we hear in the world of rehabilitation and strength & conditioning is “Train Smarter, Not Harder”. Learn about some of the necessary questions to answer before starting or progressing your exercise program.
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How to Reduce Back Stiffness Post-Workout
If you leave the gym stiff, you are sure to come back stiff. This is a common theme in regards to lower back stiffness when working out. Most Americans tend to get to the gym in just enough time to warm-up and complete their workout before leaving. However, the cool-down is one of the most important and overlooked pieces of your exercise routine! Let’s talk about some easy exercises you can perform at the end of your training session to reduce lower back stiffness, keeping you healthy, mobile and strong for your next workout.
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Strength Training for Physical Therapy
Strength Training is of significant importance in the world of Physical Therapy. Read along to discover how the role of strength/resistance training has shaped the model of recovery for me over the past several years.
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4 of the Most-Common Deadlift Variations
The deadlift is a phenomenal exercise to develop posterior chain strength. Whether you are recovering from an injury, lifting for fun or following a sport-specific program to enhance your performance, adding a deadlift variation can help you make big improvements! There are many different styles & variations of deadlifts, so which one should you be performing? Learn more about each of these common deadlifts and determine which one would be best for you!
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3 Common Ankle Injuries
Ankle/Foot injuries are very common in the world of physical therapy. This blog will help shed some light on some of the most-treated injuries we treat here at Restore Physical Therapy.
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4 Important Tips for Overhead Athletes
Overhead athletes put tremendous amounts of stress on the shoulder girdle every time they practice & play, but what are you doing to prevent injury? Simply performing your exercises over and over does not always translate into maintaining a healthy shoulder or avoiding mechanical breakdown. An overhead athlete requires Mobility, Strength, Stability and Endurance, in order to perform their tasks at a high level, without risking injury. Let’s discuss some ways to improve these four components!
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When Should I Wear a Wrist Brace?
Wearing a brace can be a very helpful modality on the road to recovery from chronic issues or overuse injuries. This blog will give some insight on certain scenarios where you may want to utilize a brace to help aid in your rehabilitation!
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4 of the Best Single-Leg Exercises for Runners
Some of the most overlooked groups of exercises in return-to-sport rehabilitation are Single-Leg Exercises! Any activity that you perform while standing will ultimately involve standing on one leg at some point throughout the movement. Whether it is walking, running, skipping, skating or jumping, the ability to balance and develop strength/power through one leg is incredibly important to performance. Learn about some of my favorite single-leg exercises in this blog!
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