So I was asked if I would be interested in writing a blog about a topic in physical therapy. I have never written a blog before, so needless to say I was nervous and excited at the same time to join this elite group of individuals. When considering topics, I Read more…
Between the well meaning but often under informed television shows, your friend’s cousin with low back pain, and the abundance of information online, there is an overload of information in regards to low back pain. Some information is good, some is bad, and some is just absurd. Over the course Read more…
One of the most important aspects of patient recovery while in physical therapy, yet is frequently underperformed, is the home exercise program. Let’s start with an analogy. You have a friend who is hoping to lose weight. He follows up with a nutritionist and is given an outline of Read more…
One of the most important aspects of patient recovery while in physical therapy, yet is frequently underperformed, is the home exercise program. Let’s start with an analogy. You have a friend who is hoping to lose weight. He follows up with a nutritionist and is given an outline of the Read more…
As I observe my wife progress through the stages of her pregnancy, the numerous physical changes and postural changes that occur during this process are evident. The female’s body is suddenly required to accommodate to increasing weight in the abdominal region pulling the pelvis into an anterior pelvic tilt, increasing Read more…
Lower back pain is pervasive in today’s medical society. Being dubbed “the common cold” of muscular pain, it’s likely you have experienced, or will experience it in your time here on earth. Pain can range from mild to severe depending on the origin of the dysfunction. In my practice, the Read more…
We have the chance to talk with one of the premier weight loss groups in the East Valley! Dylan will be here to talk about what sets his program apart and how he achieves success with his clients. Anyone interested in losing weight and making a health lifestyle change will Read more…
It’s inevitable: the year comes to a close and the exodus of patients leaving from physical therapy starts. Just this year alone we had close to 15 to 20 patients opt out of finishing their therapy. Why? A few may be close to discharge and find the start of Read more…
When you come to physical therapy, patients have certain expectations and assumptions. Patients assume that we will work tissue and mobilize/manipulate joints. They assume we will give them a workout and home program. They assume that we will make their symptoms get better. They assume we will find out what’s Read more…
Training =Rehab, Rehab=Training This weekend I had the opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s best as we discussed screening, correction, and principles of training and rehab. Charlie Weingroff as well as local wunderkinds Patrick Ward and Jimmy Yuan were on hand to work hands on through these principles. Read more…
Did you know that physical therapy is direct access? This means that you do not need a prescription to receive physical therapy in the state of Arizona. You can walk through our doors, make an appointment, and receive the care you deserve. Many people feel that they need to have Read more…