Opioids vs Physical Therapy According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), "The amount of painkillers, such as oxycodone and hydrocodone sold in the United States, has nearly quadrupled since 1999", even though…
I Screen, You Screen, We All Screen, for Back and Neck Pain! A recent study from the Harvard School of Public Health, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Microsoft showed that holding a tablet too low…
Hit REFRESH on your body, mind, and well-being. We are designed by nature to be resilient, self-healing, and balanced with the world around us. When we are in balance, we naturally feel energetic, healthy, focused,…
Headaches! We all have them. Some are just annoying dull aching that we experience occasionally, but some can be intense and debilitating. Some people get headaches when they are tired or hungry. Certain foods can…
Traveling With Chronic Pain Traveling is a fantastic way to broaden your horizons, experience new cultures, and get away from the day-to-day stresses of life. However, traveling with any chronic pain condition can be a…
Need shoulder surgery? If you've been told that you need shoulder surgery, try physical therapy first. Physical therapy may eliminate the need for surgery if you respond well to treatment! There are many shoulder conditions…
Need back surgery? If you've been told that you need back surgery, try physical therapy first. Physical therapy may eliminate the need for surgery if you respond well to treatment! Many conditions that cause pain…
The Start Line It's 5:15 Saturday morning, and my alarm goes off. I packed the car last night after putting the race numbers on my bike, helmet, and running belt. I creep downstairs not to…
Running and Preventing Injuries Running: people either seem to love it or love to hate it. Regardless of your stance on running, the number of people taking up the sport is rising. Running, hiking, and walking all…
Swimming Without Shoulder Pain Warm weather is finally here, and with that burst of sunshine comes pool season! Swimming is one of the best full-body exercises you can do, but you can start to develop…