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Your Headaches May Be Caused By A Serious Problem. Here’s How A Physical Therapist Can Help.
Does this scenario sound familiar to you?
It’s nearly five o’clock at work on a Monday. You’ve been anxiously watching the time for hours, but you have a to-do list of twenty things, and the emails just keep popping up in your inbox. On top of this, you know that even when you go home tonight, all you’ll be able to think about is how much work is waiting for you at your desk tomorrow morning.
Read full blogIf You’re Living With Back Pain, The Culprit May Be A Herniated Disc
Did you know that a herniated disc can occur anywhere in your spine? At our physical therapy clinic, we see disc herniations frequently among our patients with back, arm, and/or leg pain.
Have you ever felt the sensation that an electric shock is going from your lower back to your legs? Ever experience weakness in your muscles or numbness in your arms and legs? If you’ve answered yes to either of those questions, it could be that you have a herniated disc as well!
Read full blogAre You Trying To Lose Weight with Interval Training? It Could be Just What You Need to Reach Your Goal!
Exercising at a steady rate simply won’t achieve the same results as interval training. Many people plug away at various workouts for an hour or more each day, several days a week, with minimal results.
While interval training has been around for several years, it has recently garnered much attention to increasing fat loss.
The following information describes what interval training is, why it works, and the different ways you can incorporate it into your favorite exercise.
Read full blogHealth Benefits of Anti-Gravity Treadmill
The future is here! The innovative approach of this technology is proving incredibly impactful in a variety of use cases, ranging from competitive distance runners with intricate training plans to those recovering from an injury or surgery.
While this might be a slight exaggeration, Alter G’s anti-gravity treadmill provides a way to mimic the reduction of gravity and its effects on the body without requiring a lunar landing.
No singular exercise or rehabilitation approach is one size fits all, however.
Read full blogDo You Have Flat Feet? Physical Therapy Can Provide Relief & Support!
Flat feet can be caused by a number of variables, including heredity, age, and weight, and they can lead to a number of severe health problems.
In order to engage and strengthen the feet, legs, and core, a physical therapist can treat and propose easy lifestyle changes such as muscle lengthening and strengthening activities, arch-lifting shoes and insoles, and posture-building exercises.
Those with flat feet should consult with a physical therapist to determine what treatment methods would be best to relieve pain and improve body mechanics.
Read full blogSit Up Straight: Poor Posture Can Lead To Chronic Back Pain
If your mother is constantly telling you to stand up straight, if you find yourself with shoulder pain after a long day at work, or if you notice you are developing a hunchback, chances are you have Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS). This is a fairly common condition and it affects people of all ages!
UCS is a muscle imbalance in the head and shoulders that are often found in people who work at a desk or sit with poor posture for most of the day.
Read full blogThe Secret To Managing Arthritis Pain Without Medication
Arthritis affects more than 50 million American adults and is also the leading cause of disability in the United States. Most people believe it’s something that people only experience with old age, but it can actually happen to anyone at any age!
Arthritis can come from pain in the ankles, knees, hands, elbows, or hips. Sometimes it pops in your knee as you descend a flight of stairs, or a painful crack in your fingers when you try to open a jar.
Read full blogDid You Know Stretching Could Improve Your Overall Health?
Did you know that some of the minor physical motions dramatically improve your overall health, wellness, and quality of life? In the case of stretching, the answer is most definitely yes.
Tons of people beginning an exercise or physical therapy regimen are given a specific set of exercises. Still, these instructions don’t always come with proper guidance on the stretching that should accompany the program.
Stretching exercises are a staple of physical therapy for just that reason.
Read full blog3 Great Ways To Change Your Morning Routine For The Better
Not everybody looks forward to early mornings with the same zest and enthusiasm as, say, an evening out with friends. That’s totally fine and normal! However, if you can get into the habit of becoming a “morning person,” we guarantee you’ll see a huge life change.
If you’re ready for a shift in approach to your morning routine, one that leaves you feeling energized and healthy, we have a few suggestions!
Call us if you want to learn more about getting in shape and adopting a healthy exercise routine that can also improve your morning.
Read full blog4 Running Injuries PT Can Help You Heal From
Running is a great way to improve your health and stay in shape. Unfortunately, there are several types of sports injuries associated with running. The good news? There are just as many ways to heal from running injuries, as well as prevent them from occurring.
Fusion Performance has years of experience treating athletes with various running injuries. We can help you if you’re struggling to make a full recovery! Give us a call to set up an appointment, and in the meantime, keep reading to learn more about common running injuries and the best ways to treat them.
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