Finding Relief through Back Pain Physical Therapy
Back pain can be a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether it’s due to poor posture, muscle strain, or a chronic condition,
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Physical Therapy for Running-Related Injuries
As the weather gets warmer in Philadelphia, many runners are gearing up for road race season. Running is an excellent form of exercise, but it
Treat Tight Hamstrings to Protect Your Back, Knees
In an age when so many in the U.S. spend the bulk of their days seated and/or sedentary, one of the more common muscle imbalance
Dynamic Warm-Ups Reduce Injury, Improve Performance
It’s generally understood by most that warming up before exercise or competition (i.e., that 5K fun run) is essential in performing your best while warding
Youth Athletes who Play Multiple Sports are Healthier, Happier
In an era of specialization in sports involving athletes of all ages, physical therapists join most medical experts in agreeing that young athletes generally remain
Fitness Toolbox: Foam Rollers Aid in Relief, Recovery
Walk into most fitness stores, athletic retailers or gyms, and you’ll see them selling different versions of colorful, cylindrical items of various sizes and thicknesses,
5 Holiday Giving Options Offering Healthful Returns
The Holiday Season is a time for giving, and that includes supporting causes and organizations that make our communities stronger. It’s in this spirit that we share some holiday giving suggestions that offer a
COMBAT HOLIDAY STRESS WITH EXERCISE
When a demanding holiday season leaves you twisted in knots from the stresses of commitments, crowds, shopping and entertaining, mounds of research point to a simple solution
EXERCISE THERAPY PROVEN TO EASE PAIN IN EXPECTING MOTHERS
For the majority of future mothers who experience mild to debilitating back pain during and after pregnancy, the physical therapist offers some encouraging news: Education and exercise therapy have proven effective in reducing back pain for