Health Blog Category: joint pain
Do 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.
Read full blog6 Ways To Mix Up Your Workout To Improve Your Health and Wellness
It’s easy to get into a rut or hit a plateau when you do the same exercise routine repeatedly. Every time you complete the same routine your body becomes more adept at handling it. You’re not pushing yourself. There’s no challenge. This ultimately means you’ll start burning fewer calories, Which defeats the purpose of your workout!
There are several things you can do to change your workout and ultimately improve results. Our clinic has listed six ways to change your exercise routine to improve your health and wellness.
Read full blogAre You Wearing the Proper Footwear During Athletic Activity?
One of the most important workouts for core strength is the squat. The squat is an exercise that stimulates those core muscles, according to renowned strength coach Mark Rippetoe.
Those of us concerned about maintaining a high level of fitness, rely on a strong set of core muscles to stabilize the body and allow us to perform at our best. Athletes are attempting to enhance their form to complete this essential activity better.
Read full blog7 Easy Ways To Add More Exercise Into Your Routine
Whether you realize it or not, you’re probably living a very sedentary life. It’s pretty common to be less active the older we get, but if we want to remain as healthy as possible, we must incorporate as much physical activity into our daily lives as we can!
Some people make the excuse that they don’t have time to exercise because of their job, kids, sports, or other things they like to fit in their routine.
Read full blogCould Physical Therapy Eliminate Your Pain? 5 Questions To Ask Yourself
How many times a day are you noticing popping or cracking in your joints? Do you carry over-the-counter pain medications around with you in your bag in case of a headache? Do you have pillows behind you at your work desk because your back bothers you? Chances are, you have a chronic pain problem that is demanding the special touch of a physical therapist!
Physical therapy is an extremely beneficial kind of treatment that offers solutions to many of the most common types of pain.
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