Blog

The benefits of exercise are immense, both physically and mentally. Physical activity is instrumental at any time of day; however, recent research suggests that the best benefits come from timing exercise to match our body’s circadian rhythm. Exercise timed to...

Hydration is imperative for regulating body temperature, supporting brain function, aiding digestion and keeping our joints lubricated.1 Many factors influence our need for water, including our health, our activity, and where we live. No single formula fits everyone....

The possibility of suffering an injury that prevents you from attending the gym is a common concern among people who work out regularly. The key to avoiding injuries is understanding how to avoid them, especially if you’re a new gym user. It’s tempting to...

Many athletes and weekend warriors experience joint pain or injury due to their active lifestyles. Nutrition is necessary for an athlete to perform well and stay healthy. Sports injuries can take a long time to heal, but certain foods may help your body recover. A...

A physical therapy program can be a powerful tool for recovering from illness, injury, and chronic pain. In some cases, physical therapy can prevent these problems from occurring in the first place. Preventative physical therapy can help maintain your body’s...

April is Stress Awareness Month, an excellent time to reflect on ways to cope with the excess stress during healing from an injury or surgery. Studies show that while recovering from an injury or surgery, if you are experiencing psychological stress, the healing time...

Basketball is a high-intensity game with rigorous running, jumping, and direction changes that can often lead to injury. According to the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), approximately 49.9% of basketball players sustain an injury every season1....

Information and technology are helping us understand and recover better than we ever have before. With new information and technology comes new and improved trends in physical therapy. Physical therapy professionals dedicate their careers to helping patients reduce...