A lot of us spend most of our day occupied by work. Some are working in an office, and some are working from home. Many are stuck in front of a computer at a desk for most of the day so it is important to make sure that we set ourselves up for success when…
We made it through the cold, dark days of winter and spring is finally here! This is the time of year when we like to get a good spring cleaning in the house and start getting back to yard work. That means it’s the time of year where we see a lot of new injuries…
Working from home can be hard to have a work life balance or even have the power to step away from the computer since that is your life now. If this sounds like you, don’t panic! There are solutions to help you get moving and have a better relationship with your new reality of working…
Whether you are working from home full time or just a few days a week, it can be a big change, and many are noticing the effects as new aches and pains start to appear in the back and neck. Many are not equipped with a home office that has the space and equipment like…
No matter our active level; athlete, sedentary, a weekend warrior, young or old, the benefits of routine stretching reach far beyond rehabilitation. What is stretching? In general, stretching is the elongation of a muscle and is used to help prevent injury and discomfort. However, there are different types of stretching that are important to distinguish….
Myth: I need to see a doctor and get a script to go to physical therapy Fact: In the state of Virginia, you can be treated and seen for physical therapy for up to 30 days without a script from a doctor. After the 30 days is up, you will be required to have a…
If you are anything like me, I like to hibernate during the winter months and stay put inside and away from the cold weather. While staying at home, it can be easy to fall into the trap of staying on the couch and watching movies, sitting at your desk, and doing extra work or basically…
Squats Squatting may be the most functional movement pattern. Now before you get nervous about the word “squat” we don’t mean you have to do heavy weight with a barbell behind your back. Squatting with weight is great if you have good form and are looking to build strength and muscle in the legs but…
When do I use heat VS ice with an injury? We have all had the thought after we get inured – should I apply heat or ice to this? Will one be better than the other or will I make things worse if I use one vs the other? Continue reading below to find out…
Running is a great way to work on your cardiovascular health and to maintain your overall level of fitness but is associated with several types of injuries. Some of the most common running injuries we see here are: Shin Splints Pain in the front or sides of your shins Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Pain in the…
