The wear and tear of your footwear can tell a physical therapist a lot about the way that you move. Sometimes these are positive findings, which confirm that you’re doing the right things! However, most of our clients come to the office because of pain from NOT doing the right things. If you are a running athlete, the bottom of your footwear is one of the very first things to evaluate
Read MoreFunctional Cupping uses silicon cups to suction onto the skin, providing a significant increase in blood flow & circulation to the affected area. The force of the suction produces a separation of the layers of soft-tissue, resulting in small micro-traumas. A healthy, inflammatory response then occurs at the treatment site, flooding the region with white blood cells, platelets and other bodily materials to improve the healing process.
Read MoreACL Reconstruction surgery can be a long, challenging process. However, with the proper guidance of the best surgeons, elite physical therapists and strength & conditioning coaches, recovery can be very successful! Read about one of our clients Devin, who recovered and is back to playing & refereeing soccer!
Read MoreOver 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!
Read MoreOne 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.
Read MoreIf 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.
Read MoreStrength 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.
Read MoreThe 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!
Read MoreAnkle/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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