It’s an exciting time: you’re coming back from summer break, school is back in session, and the fall sports season is right around the corner! The weeks leading up to the first game, race, or match can be the most rigorous and intense periods of preparation experienced throughout the entire season. In normal conditions, the […]
Yoga and meditation have been around for over five thousand years, even though it might seem like they are the new trendy practices just now hitting the mainstream. The two go hand-in-hand with meditation being a core element of yoga. Practicing yoga and meditation will help develop a better sense of self and help you […]
High school athlete, weekend warrior, professional athlete. While they all might be at different levels in their athletic careers, they all have one need in common to perform at their best ability. The need for proper hydration. Proper hydration is something you should always be monitoring in day to day life, but even more so […]
Dry needling has been growing in popularity as more people seek quick remedies for chronic and acute pain as alternatives to pain killers. Dry needling has been proven to be very effective at releasing muscle knots, improving mobility, and relieving tension and pain. Because of this it has become a favorite choice for headache relief.
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A common misconception about physical therapy is that it is just for patients recovering from traumatic events, rehabilitation after surgery, or an athletic injury. As it turns out, physical therapy can help people of all ages and circumstances! A physical therapist can help you make improvements in your daily life and help you achieve your […]
With Arizona school opening – and with it Fall sports – being delayed until mid-August, student athletes might be excited about the extra time they just gained to hang out with friends and relax. While some downtime and recovery is healthy, taking the next six weeks off could cost you when it’s time to hit the field […]
Burn injuries are some of the most complex and unique afflictions that an individual can sustain. No matter the location and severity, burns can introduce both physical and emotional discomforts that can take months, and in some cases, years to resolve. In addition, the hand is one of the most intricate parts of the human […]
With the heat of the Arizona summer rapidly climbing above 100º, people all over the metro Phoenix are itching for ways to escape the heat. Afterall, Phoenix isn’t called the “Valley of the Sun” for nothing. The summer months are the perfect time to retreat to higher elevations and enjoy cooler temperatures. Stay active and […]
Imagine you’ve been living with wrist pain and irritation for months. The ability to perform even basic tasks seems like a fond and distant memory. Typing has become your adversary, texting has become a test of will power, and thumb-wars with your nephew have become a one-sided affair. You decide it’s finally time you take […]
The world may feel a little unstable right now, but your core doesn’t have to be. Try these core exercises to strengthen your entire self. Think you know where your core is? “It’s not just the abdominals,” says Spooner physical therapist Ryne Foster, PT, DOTS, OCS, FAFS, Cert. VRS. “The core is actually from […]
