Physical activity can help to maintain or improve physical function, boost energy, manage weight, and can be used to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular pathologies. While most people are aware of these and the various other benefits physical activity has to offer, many people are unsure how often they should be performing physical activity.
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Full-Body Exercise Ball Workout in 5 Exercises!
May 20th, 2022Exercise balls are versatile pieces of exercise equipment that can help progress your current exercise routine. The unstable surface adds an additional challenge that promotes increased core activation which can help to improve overall stability of the spine. The following list shows how an exercise ball can be used to help strengthen some of the
Physical Therapy for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
May 17th, 2022Have you been looking for a way to manage Ehlers-Danlos symptoms without using medications or surgeries? Are you looking to learn more about Physical Therapy for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? Finding appropriate treatment may be difficult and can leave you feeling helpless. This article will go over what you need to know in regards to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Manual Therapy: What is Joint Mobilization?
May 13th, 2022At Respire Physical Therapy, our one-on-one treatment sessions allow for both exercise-based therapy as well as hands-on treatment; also referred to as manual therapy. There are many manual therapy techniques that can be employed to reduce pain and improve function. Joint mobilization is one tool used by physical therapists to improve the motion of a
What To Expect After A Rotator Cuff Tear
May 10th, 2022Whether you work a physically demanding job, are an athlete, or simply exercise recreationally, you may be at risk for experiencing a rotator cuff tear. This injury can occur due to a traumatic incident or by overusing these shoulder muscles. What is a Rotator Cuff Tear? The rotator cuff is a group of muscles in
Hamstring Strains and Recovery
May 3rd, 2022Many people who have played sports or exercised have, at some point, experienced a hamstring strain or “pulled” hamstring. This painful condition can take you out of a sport and even limit your ability to complete day to day activities. What Are The Hamstrings? The hamstrings are a strong group of muscles on the back
Should I Use Heat or Ice For Pain Relief?
April 29th, 2022Overview When experiencing pain or discomfort, people will turn to different solutions for relief. Often, people will supplement their physical therapy and pharmacological management with ice and heat. This is for good reason, as evidence has shown that these modalities can help to reduce pain. But what do they do and how should they be
Is Pronation Limiting Your Functional Abilities?
April 26th, 2022Many people experience foot or ankle pain when walking or performing recreational exercise. In some cases, this can be due to excessive pronation of the foot and ankle. What is Pronation? During weight bearing activities, the foot and ankle must be able to appropriately accept the weight of the body as it is shifted over
Top Low-Impact Exercises To Keep You Healthy
April 19th, 2022Running, plyometrics, and sports in general are great ways to maintain physical fitness but sometimes these high-impact activities can cause joint pain. If you experience this and are looking for alternative ways to stay healthy, low-impact exercise may be for you. The following exercises place less stress though the joints and can often be performed
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