Stretching is an important component of physical fitness, but not all stretching achieves the same results. Static and dynamic stretching are two of the most widely used forms of stretching; each with their own advantages. Static Stretching Static stretching is performed by placing a muscle in an elongated position for a sustained period of time,
Whether you work a desk job, spend a lot of time on the computer, or find yourself endlessly scrolling on your phone, you may experience neck pain due to prolonged forward head positioning. Neck pain and stiffness can be caused by several factors, but sometimes it is simply due to tightness of the muscles surrounding
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.
Exercise 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
Have 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
At 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
Whether 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
Many 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
Overview 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
