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Therapist using hand-on approach to correcting client technique and optimizing therapy

When it comes to feeling your best and staying active, therapy can be a powerful tool. Whether you’re young, middle-aged, or enjoying your golden years, personalized therapy can help you move better, reduce pain, and improve your overall quality of life. I want to share some effective therapy strategies that work well for every age group. These approaches are designed to meet you where you are and support your unique needs. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. It’s about underst

I've been on "sabbatical" for almost 3 months now, living in Barcelona, Spain.  Now, I am planning my return to "work". What is "work" anyway and how do I peacefully plan a transition from holiday back to work?  I have certainly had many eye-opening and thought-provoking experiences here in Barcelona. I'm hoping the following "take-aways" not only help ME adjust but you to learn from MY "life lessons learned": " Work hard, play harder "....meaning, yes we need to get "stuff"

Understanding Cognitive Function and Its Importance Cognitive function encompasses various mental processes, including memory, attention, language, and problem-solving. As we get older, these important functions can decline, leading to forms of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s. Maintaining cognitive health is essential for thinking clearly and enjoying a better quality of life. Research highlights that our lifestyle choices significantly influence cognitive health. For instance,

As the snow season approaches, it’s time to get your body in prime condition for those thrilling ski adventures to come! Whether you’re a...

My mom and I were recently having a happy hour drink and she pulled out the Costco magazine....not something I'd usually browse but she...

How exercise increases brain volume — and may slow memory decline   By Gretchen Reynolds , January 24, 2024 Exercising for 25 minutes a...

Have you heard this one? How are physical therapists like doctors and lawyers? We're all human. OK, I realized that wasn't the funniest...

We need to eat. We want to lose fat. We HAVE to get healthy to live full lives. You may not always realize the effects of what you do...

Delayed onset muscle soreness: DOMS It's what I call, good sore. If you don't ache in a joint during exercise or immediately after, if...

Working with Deanna has changed my life. Her extensive knowledge, empathy and infectious energy gave me an alternative to back pain and...

Pilates for Cyclists Pilates strengthens what is weak and lengthens what is short. It has been shown to be effective in building strong...

As a physical therapist, I treat injuries. People don't come to me for PT because they are in a perfectly well balanced and healthy...

In the late 1920's Joseph immigrated to the United States and married a nurse, Clara, and together they opened a fitness studio in New...

The underlying philosophy of the BASI educational program is a true synthesis of the physical, the emotional and the spiritual. Combining...

Follow these simple principles and you'll be able to give a relaxing massage without feeling like you've wrecked your body: Keep your...