Category Archives: Health and Wellness

• The Connection Between Core Strength and Better Balance

  April 20th, 2019 Posted in Health and Wellness

  Physical therapy as an industry has been talking about the link between core strength and better balance for years. When the “core” muscles around your trunk are strong, they prevent chronic lower back pain and many other injuries, but they also keep you from losing your balance and falling...

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• 5 Benefits of Therapeutic Massage for Athletes

  February 20th, 2019 Posted in Health and Wellness

  As an athlete, you already know that you’ve got to maintain optimal health if you want to keep playing the sport you love. Physical therapy with an experienced physical therapist is a big part of that, especially when you’re recovering from an injury. One of the main parts of...

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• Don’t Let Pain Stop You From Getting Back in the Game!

  February 10th, 2019 Posted in Aches and Pains, Health and Wellness

  Get rid of the pain by partnering up with a physical therapist. Give Priority Physical Therapy a call today to learn more about how our physical therapists can get you on the path to a pain-free life. Physical Therapy for Pain Relief According to WebMD, “Physical therapy is often...

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• Getting to the Root of the Problem! Don’t Mask the Symptoms With Meds

  December 10th, 2018 Posted in Health and Wellness

  Chronic pain and other types of pain can put a dent in your lifestyle. If you’re suffering from pain, be sure to give our office a call to learn how our physical therapists can get you on the path to a pain-free life. Don’t make the mistake of relying...

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• 9 Reasons Why You Need to Start Stretching

  November 20th, 2018 Posted in Health and Wellness

  If you haven’t made stretching a part of your daily life yet, here is the only question we have for you: Why not? A good stretch is the perfect way to start your day, whether you’re young or old, fit or unfit. There are tremendous benefits to stretching, and...

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• The Unexpected Benefits of Stretching

  August 10th, 2018 Posted in Health and Wellness

  Many non-athletes — and even a few actual jocks — are guilty of either rushing through their warm-up stretching, or skipping the cool-down moves after the workout. Yet, along with cardio and strength-training, stretching also delivers significant health benefits. You probably already know that stretching extends your overall range...

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• Still hurting? Your Diet Could Be Why  

  June 20th, 2018 Posted in Health and Wellness

  What you put in your mouth can make your aches and pains worse. Like they say, “You are what you eat.” There are many foods that can cause inflammation and actually result in pain. Eating a healthier diet can help you feel better, without those nagging aches and pains....

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• Are You Breathing Correctly?

  April 20th, 2018 Posted in Health and Wellness

  Do you have to deal with aches, pains, feeling stiff, headaches or just plain fatigue? Your breathing patterns may be to blame. We are all subjected to daily stresses that cause us subconsciously to change our breathing patterns. The normal responses to stress are a whole host of reactions,...

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• How to Put the Spring Back in Your Step

  July 22nd, 2016 Posted in Health and Wellness

    We all know that getting outside more and staying active is good for our mind and body. However, if you suffer from knee pain, arthritis, low back pain or other aches and pains, you may find it difficult to stay active. Here are some easy changes to help...

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• July 13th, 2016 Posted in Health and Wellness

  We all know that getting outside more and staying active is good for our mind and body. However, if you suffer from knee pain, arthritis, low back pain or other aches and pains, you may find it difficult to stay active. Here are some easy changes to help you...

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