The Philosophy Behind Breakthrough – and Why it Involves the Adaptation Loop By Josh Hostetler
The Philosophy Behind Breakthrough – and Why it Involves the Adaptation Loop One of the most deeply impactful lessons for me – as I began the process of becoming a coach – was this Sports Science video. Yes, it may be over a decade old – but the message is so profound & I continue […]
What Are the Actual Benefits of Massage Therapy? By Libby Winterhalter, LMT
What Are the Actual Benefits of Massage Therapy? The benefits of massage therapy: a closer look. Entertaining conversations are never in short supply with my massage clients. These light-hearted discussions inevitably come to an immediate stop, however, when we come across a particularly painful trigger point or a compromised joint. A variety of questions arise, […]
What Is Referred Pain? By Dr. Samantha Dove
What Is Referred Pain? Clarity on referred pain In general, referred pain is pain felt in one area of the body that is being referred from a different location and is not the true source of the discomfort you are perceiving. This can be caused by visceral conditions such as a heart attack or gall […]
Yoga vs. Yoga Therapy: What is the Difference? By Emily Robinson
Yoga vs. Yoga Therapy: What is the Difference? As a long-time yoga teacher and yoga therapist, I’ve always valued the therapeutic benefits of yoga and firmly believe in the value of a consistent practice whether that be in a large group class at a studio or private yoga therapy session. While neither type of practice is superior […]
Massage Therapy Is An Effective Way To Help With Respiration and Relaxation By Libby Winterhalter
Massage Therapy Is An Effective Way To Help With Respiration and Relaxation Nearly 20 years ago, I found myself in the hospital emergency room experiencing excruciating back pain and unable to breathe without assistance. I can still remember a doctor talking about the seriousness of the situation. Hours later, my family and I learned that […]
Strength Training for Better Posture By Dr. Samantha Dove
Strength Training for Better Posture Why do we care about “better posture”? In physical therapy our goal is not to be constant posture analysts. Our goal is also not to achieve “perfect posture”. We want to help you achieve what is optimal for your body and help train you out of any holding patterns your body […]
Why You Should See Your Physical Therapist First by Dr. Sarah Crawford
Why You Should See Your Physical Therapist First October is #NationalPhysicalTherapyMonth and the goal of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is to choose PT as well as advocate for preventative care. Did you know that a Physical Therapist is an appropriate option to consult with for medical conditions beyond sports injuries or surgery. Most […]
It’s Not You, It’s Them: The Real Reasons Why People Struggle to Be Active By Emily Robinson
It’s Not You, It’s Them: The Real Reasons Why People Struggle to Be Active Maybe you’re a busy stay-at-home mom with a schedule that is mostly dictated by school schedules, nap times, and extracurricular activities. Or, you’re a full-time employee who is stuck at a desk all day. Or, you’re even a virtual employee who […]
How Improved Posture Leads to Reduced Shoulder Pain By Dr. Samantha Dove
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What to Avoid With Back Pain By Dr. Chelsea Walter
