One out of 3 people experience neck pain at least once a year. While types of neck pain can vary, they can all significantly impact a person’s range of motion. Range of motion refers to the amount of movement around a joint or body part. Neck stiffness often reduces a...
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For most people, walking is the most common way to get from point A to point B. In fact, most of us walk about 75,000 miles over our lifetime. Many of us take the ability to walk for granted, without concern about losing our stride. If you’ve been injured or have a...
Four tips to reduce arthritis pain in your hands
Opening the refrigerator to get out some leftovers for lunch. Driving around on errands. Playing with your grandkids. Arthritis pain in your hands can turn these and other normal daily activities into real chores. A lifetime of wear and tear on your hands means that...
Three tips on how to sleep with a stiff neck and shoulder
The healing value of a good night’s sleep can’t be overstated. However, figuring out how to sleep well with a stiff neck and shoulder can be a challenge. Stiffness and pain are symptoms that often occur in both the neck and shoulders. One reason is that these body...
Five tips to decrease loss of balance in the elderly
As we age, certain issues start to become more worrying for us. The working of our joints. Our ability to walk. Feeling like our muscles are weaker. The reality is that all three of those worries play into an increased likelihood of elderly people losing their...
The top two reasons you need to start stretching
Your neck and head. Your arms. Your legs. What do all these structures have in common? They’re all moved and supported by many different muscles. Muscles that don’t get stretched regularly can become tight and stiff, which can lead to even more serious issues....
Three ways to improve your cardio health when you hate exercising
Are you someone who doesn’t like doing cardio? That’s OK! You aren’t alone! It’s reported that only slightly more than 53% of U.S. adults meet minimum standards for aerobic fitness set down by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). By working with a...
Why good nutrition is key to strong athletic performance
It’s important for every person to understand how nutrition affects physical performance. Your body is depending on you to supply it with the necessary raw materials to conduct its countless everyday functions. Understanding the link between athletic performance and...
Top four simple ways to stay active
Work commitments. Kids’ school events. After-school sports and activities. There are many reasons American adults have a tough time staying active. Medical researchers report that approximately 80% of Americans don’t get enough exercise. But changing this doesn’t...
Reduce pain and inflammation through nutrition
Internal inflammation can wreak havoc with your health. You may already be seeing a physical therapist for inflammation-related health issues, such as arthritis. Whether you have a specific diagnosis or generalized pain in your back and joints, physical therapy can...
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