How much thought have you put into the exercises you’re going to use for your next workout? Did you choose them yourself, or did you find them on the internet or in a magazine? What’s your workout designed for? Do … Read the rest
Category: Tips / Advice
Golf Season Is Here – Make Sure Your Body Is Prepared for Success
By Dave Wieber, PT, ATC, MTC
With golf season upon us, how would one prepare their body for success? I have some unique insights because from 2001 to 2008 I ran a performance business for golfers. I would see … Read the rest
Advice from a Hand Therapist: The Joys of Gardening without the Risk of Injury
By Ann Dahl, OTR, CWC
“The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just on the body, but the soul.”
-Alfred Austin
Gardening is … Read the rest
How to Stay Healthy and Well in the World of Computers
By Ann Dahl, OTR, CWC
The use of computers and laptops continues to skyrocket and with the increased use we see increased impact onto the human body for people of all ages from adults to children. Prolonged exposure to … Read the rest
IF YOU DON’T WARM UP BEFORE EXERCISE…YOU…WILL…DIE!
By Greg Schroeder, MPT
Well not exactly, but I bet I got your attention.
Should I warm up before exercise? Do I need to warm up before exercise? What does a warm up do for me?… Read the rest
Advice from a Hand Therapist: The Joys of Gardening Without the Risk of Injury
By Ann Dahl, OTR, CWC
“The glory of gardening… hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to not just feed the body but the soul” -Alfred Austin… Read the rest
Are you Having Low Back Pain? Think of Physical Therapy First!
By Matt Gadient, PT, OCS, CSCS
At any given time 25% of the population reports having some type of low back pain within the past 3 months. In most cases, low back pain is mild and disappears on its … Read the rest
What is Work Conditioning?
By Jason Niemann, PT, TPS
Returning to work following an injury or surgery can be very difficult. Missing time from work leads to a multiple body system decline in function. After an injury, not only is the injured body … Read the rest
Keep Your Muscles Working this Winter
By Matt Gadient, PT, OCS, CSCS
Fall is finally here, you saved up some vacation days and have that buck of a lifetime on your trail camera. You checked the weather and the cold front you have been waiting for … Read the rest
Lifting Mechanics and Muscle Balance
By Jason Niemann
As a first year physical therapist, I am learning quickly just how many people lift with their backs. We all know we should lift with our legs rather than our back, but what does this truly look … Read the rest