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For most Americans, work is a necessary part of our regular routine.  The large majority would likely agree the most painful part of the day is hearing the alarm early in the morning; however, for some, the everyday demands of the job present real physical pain....

Lateral epicondylitis is a painful condition affecting the tendinous tissue of the lateral epicondyle of humerus, leading to loss of function of the affected limb. It can be caused by overuse or repetitive strain, improper technique and improper fit of equipment. It...

What is your plan for game time injuries?  Through our experience, we have come to realize that the need for Certified Athletic Trainers is no longer limited to the sidelines of the college or high school athlete. This is a service needed at all levels of play where...

I love this time of year.  Spring is around the corner and we are getting more sun! The weather is starting to warm up and with winter ending, the new season of spring sports is starting. It makes for a fun time in the clinic with all our high school and middle school...

Dear Veteran: Veteran’s Day provides an opportunity to express our gratitude to those, past and present, who have served our country.  Living in a community with a large military influence, I am keenly aware of the far-reaching effects of the military member.  The...

MAKE A SPLASH FIND RELIEF As we find the hot, hot days of summer can be draining and unforgiving,  just know that the cool pool not only can bring relief from the heat ~ it can bring you relief from pain. If you’re suffering from Low Back Pain, hip or knee pain from...

Many times when I ask runners how they warm up they tell me something like “I run slow the first ¼ mile.” While this is better than breaking immediately into a race pace I’m going to go over the benefits of a dynamic warm-up before your next run. A dynamic warm-up is...

Being a Physical Therapist I am always being asked by people outside of the clinic about their various injuries and what are some quick remedies to prevent or fix pesky injuries.  These questions come from everywhere including friends, family and for some reason...

Do you spend all day sitting at a desk?  Or even driving for long periods of time?  If so, I’m sure you can understand that this can be hard on your body.  People with desk jobs often come to physical therapy with complaints of neck pain, low back pain, numbness and...

During the summer eating healthy can take a back seat because we tend to fall out of our normal routines and end up going out to eat more.  We end up resorting to quick meals that tend to be more fast food-oriented.  I always try to have a little fun when trying to...

I know you have heard it all before, “make sure you drink a lot of water”.  But seriously, it’s important! We are 60% water, our bodies need water to survive and we need to be well hydrated to function at our best.  I used to be pretty bad at drinking water mostly...

Over the past few years, Americans Health/Lifestyle has been receiving a lot of attention in the media.   Topics ranging from the debate of health reform to the obesity epidemic. One of the big headlines is the evil of sitting and its negative health benefits.  For...