What is a Physical Therapist Assistant? by Daria Davis, PTA, CMSK
A physical therapist assistant (PTA), is a licensed clinician who provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a physical...
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Dec 14, 20222 min
Our nerves have sensors! by Alexis Ordelheide, PT, DPT, CMPT, TPS
Did you know....that our nerves have sensors similar to our cars, informing us of our surroundings? Most cars have back up sensors -- as...
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Dec 14, 20221 min
Miles of Nerves! by Alexis Ordelheide, PT, DPT, CMPT, TPS
Did you know... That our body's nervous system consistent of over 400 nerves, totaling 45 miles? It is one large system, like a highway....
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Aug 24, 20202 min
Fall Prevention Awareness Begins With You
Written by Mary Martin, PT, DPT Every year, millions of people fall. Per the latest CDC report, over 3 million people reported to the...
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Aug 13, 20202 min
Sleep and Pain
Written by Alexis Ordelheide PT, DPT, CMTPT Do you experience difficulty falling asleep? Once you are asleep, do you awake multiple times...
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Jul 15, 20202 min
The battle between flexibility and strength in low back pain. WHO WINS?
Written by Brianna Irion, PT, DPT, OCS It seems to be one of the most common questions that comes up with patients who suffer from low...
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Jul 1, 20203 min
Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Beyond Kegels
Written by Tara Johnston, PT, DPT Pelvic Organ Prolapse or POP is common in women after having a baby or around menopause, but can happen...
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Jun 22, 20202 min
SMART GOALS: Set yourself up for success by setting simple and achievable goals
Written by Alexis Ordelheide PT, DPT, CMTPT After developing a better understanding of your chronic pain and learning that motion is...
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Jun 15, 20205 min
Barefoot, minimalist, zero drop…..Making sense of trends in running shoes and finding what’s right
By Libby Bergman PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Still my favorite racing shoe... the long extinct KSwiss Kwicky Blade I fell in love with running...
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Jun 3, 20202 min
Yoga Part 3: Accessing the Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing
Written by Mary Martin PT, DPT Welcome to part 3 of my yoga blog! This is the last post to the series which has addressed different types...
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Jun 3, 20203 min
Yoga Part 2:Yoga as a way to reap the health benefits of exercise
Written by Mary Martin PT, DPT Thanks for checking out part 2 of my yoga blog! Part 1 had information about different types of yoga I’ve...
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Jun 3, 20205 min
The Benefits of Yoga
Written by Mary Martin PT, DPT When I ask people if they’ve ever tried yoga, most people have responded “no, why would I try that...
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May 29, 20203 min
Muscle Mass Matters: The Magic Pill for Aging Well
By Libby Bergman PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Diet and exercise trends seem to have changed significantly over the past 30-40 years. It can feel...
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May 28, 20204 min
Why am I Dizzy? Is it vertigo?
Written by Libby Bergman PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT The onset of sudden dizziness can be a distressing, though somewhat common human...
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May 21, 20204 min
Leaking Urine? You are not alone.
Written by Tara Johnston PT, DPT Urinary incontinence is defined as any undesired leakage of urine. People with the condition may have...
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May 15, 20202 min
Staying Active When You're Told to Stay Home
Written by Mary Martin PT, DPT Staying active and healthy is on everyone’s minds currently, and especially our COVID-19 “at risk”...
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May 15, 20203 min
Motion is Lotion
Written by Alexis Ordelheide PT, DPT, CMTPT A common thought among individuals who suffer from chronic pain, is “If I move, I will hurt....
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May 7, 20203 min
Know pain, Know gain
Written by Alexis Ordelheide, PT, DPT, CMPT Most of us have experienced pain at some point or another in our lifetime. Pain is normal but...
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May 7, 20201 min
The top 5 reasons trekking poles may become your best hiking partner this summer
Written by Brianna Irion PT, DPT • Increased caloric expenditure without increased perceived exertion. In other words, walking with...
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Apr 24, 20204 min
Ready to get back to running postpartum?
Written by Brianna Irion, PT, DPT, OCS Here’s why your pelvic floor muscles may need a little extra attention before you do It is a...