Why Treating the Root Cause is Essential for Long-Term Recovery When experiencing pain, stiffness, or mobility issues, it’s natural to focus on relieving symptoms. However, true healing and long-term recovery require addressing the underlying causes of dysfunction rather than just masking discomfort. A holistic approach to physical therapy goes beyond treating isolated pain points—it evaluates […]
The pelvic floor is a crucial network of muscles, ligaments, and tissues essential for various bodily functions, including bladder and bowel control, sexual function, and core stability. One key aspect of maintaining a healthy pelvic floor is, aligned compression. Understanding this principle can significantly enhance pelvic floor function and overall well-being. What is Aligned Compression? […]
Living with Parkinson's Disease presents numerous challenges, but with the right approach, individuals can enhance their quality of life and maintain functionality. Physical therapy plays a pivotal role in this journey, offering tailored exercises designed to alleviate symptoms and improve motor function. The principle of repetition stands out as a cornerstone in the management of Parkinson's.
I am writing this post from the perspective of an owner and physical therapist of a fee-for-service clinic so I am biased. However, I have also been a patient as well and am a stickler for value. I spent the first seven years of my career as a physical therapist working in multiple settings including […]
How do I know if I have a dominant pattern that is causing a problem? Asymmetry is something that is essential for our body’s ability to move and shift from side to side as well as for other functions. Being “out of balance” is not essentially bad, however, when we become too “out of balance” […]
This is a question of personal interest to me as I struggled with chronic tension in my body my entire life. I had been through many different therapies to try to release the tightness in my body and improve my flexibility but without lasting success. I found significant help from my journey in the Postural […]