Recently I have been using a medicine ball to stretch the upper back into extension (backbend).

Information colors how people view their body, movement, and symptoms. However, one of the best things about the internet is also the worst.

Today I saw a new client for an evaluation of their knee pain. One was recently injured and the other has a history of ACL tear.

There is an age associated decline in strength and fitness as we get older. That does not mean senior years have to be so difficult.

As a physical therapist, exercise prescription is one of my go to tools. However, things don't always go to plan so adaptability is key.

Treadmills and iron weights aren't the only ways to get the physical activity we need to keep our bodies healthy.

It can get taken for granted that a person is "getting physical therapy." But that's not really how it works.

Snow and ice in the winter season are cause for caution when walking outside. Leaving the home can be a real hazard.

The body is complex enough, I prefer not to guess.

Reviews drive many choices in modern times. Why should physical therapy be any different? You deserve the best so do your research.

By no means am I a golf expert. I know as much about golf as I know about rocket science.

Keep an eye out for the following 3 things that may signal you are receiving subpar physical therapy.

That was the salutation from a client at the end of my last session for the day. Here's the scenario...

A client said something to the effect of, "I'm going to miss how nice it is having this attention once the pandemic situation calms down and

People with a history of pain function with a high level of muscle tension. Certain movement strategies can help reduce this.

Distance from a provider shouldn't limit anyone from obtaining high quality, physical therapy and professional guidance.

This video demonstrates progressions of a step down exercise, commonly used in physical therapy programs for knee pain or injury.

This video covers progressions of hamstring strengthening exercises (from bridges to Nordics) all from the comfort of your home.

Many, but not all, acute low back pain cases have a sensitivity to a specific direction of motion. This is termed: directional preference.

Bending (flexing) or twisting the spine are often cited as the the catalyst for low back pain or injury.