Physical Therapy: An Amazing Natural Pain Reliever
Natural Pain Relief Through Physical Therapy In the midst of the opioid crisis, natural pain relief has never been more important than right now. It’s undeniable that various prescription pain relievers can have negative health effects — from addiction to stomach and kidney problems. Yet, as we learn more about the body and achieving optimal […]
How Physical Therapy Can Assist With TMD Pain
How Physical Therapy Can Assist With TMD Pain Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or disorder, (TMD) limits the movement of your jaw or mouth, causing pain. It can make regular everyday tasks, like chewing or talking, frustrating and uncomfortable. However, physical therapy can help manage and alleviate the pain and discomforts associated with this condition. So, let’s […]
Improving Mobility and Strength Can Help You Better Manage Your Arthritis
Arthritis is a common ailment that can drastically impact your quality of life and affect you at any age. Individuals who focus on improving their range of motion and follow a strength training plan can significantly minimize arthritis symptoms. Individuals suffering from arthritis often tend to avoid certain movements to prevent triggering their pain. Unfortunately, […]
Holidays an Ideal Time for a Refresher on Proper Lifting
Holidays an Ideal Time for a Refresher on Proper Lifting Digging out boxes of holiday decorations, hauling packages to and from the car, hiding gifts away on the higher shelves at the back of your closet … the Holiday Season certainly requires its fair share of bending, lifting and reaching. This, coupled with the cooler […]
5 Ways to Feel Gratitude in the Face of Challenges
5 Ways to Feel Gratitude in the Face of Challenges November is a month when gratitude takes its place in the spotlight of American culture. Yet, with the challenges our country has faced this year, a popular notion as we approach the final weeks of 2020 is “let’s just get this year over with.” While this sentiment may […]
See Your PT Annually for Injury Prevention, Early Intervention
We all know that visiting your physician for an annual physical is critical in maintaining long-term health. In the same way, dental exams twice each year help ensure oral health throughout a lifetime. But what about annual check-ups with a physical therapist? Importantly, these visits also play a key role in injury prevention. According to physical therapists across the […]
At-Home Learning: Don’t Overlook Physical Activity!
At-Home Learning: Don’t Overlook Physical Activity! As the school year gains momentum during the COVID crisis and more kids and families adjust to various levels of at-home learning, parents and instructors should not overlook what should be a standard facet of all children’s curriculum: physical activity. Kids need to be given time to move around, exercise and play, even as they […]
Surgery Delayed by COVID-19? Physical Therapy Can Help.
Surgery Delayed by COVID-19? Physical Therapy Can Help. In an attempt to salvage supplies and resources during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, many U.S. hospitals and medical institutions have opted to postpone elective surgeries. This includes non-emergency surgeries scheduled to relieve pain and repair injuries related to the musculoskeletal system – arthroscopy, ligament and tendon repairs, […]
Our Knees: ‘Canaries in the Coal Mine’ of Movement & Exercise Issues
Our Knees: ‘Canaries in the Coal Mine’ of Movement & Exercise Issues Despite being the largest and perhaps most complicated joints in our bodies, our knees are naturally docile. “They’re easily influenced by what’s going on above and below them,in other words, not making many decisions on their own.” says Dr Evelyn Mora, owner of Healers of Motion Physical Therapy […]
Exercise & Nutrition To Stay Healthy During the Pandemic
The correlation between exercise, nutrition, and good health. While a healthy lifestyle always has a myriad of benefits, the importance of exercise and nutrition is especially apparent now. With coronavirus (COVID) posing a growing concern for both healthy and unhealthy individuals, people are increasingly looking to understand the positive impact that good nutrition, exercise, and […]