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Physical Therapy

17 12, 2025

Do You Really Need a Scan Before Physical Therapy?

2025-12-17T20:41:00-07:00

By: Parker Hirsch, PT, DPT, FAS

One of the most common concerns I hear from patients is, “Don’t I need to get a scan first?”

Honestly, most of the time, you don’t.

Quick Facts to Know Before You Get a Scan

  • You can start physical therapy without a referral or scan in most cases.
  • Physical Therapists are […]
Do You Really Need a Scan Before Physical Therapy?2025-12-17T20:41:00-07:00
11 12, 2025

What Do I Do If My Child Walks on Their Toes? A Physical Therapist Explains

2025-12-11T16:09:23-07:00

By: Julia Ostoich, PT, DPT

What Is Toe Walking?

Toe walking is when kids prefer to walk up on their toes rather than stepping through their heels. Sometimes it’s just part of play, but when it becomes their main way of walking, whether it’s 50% of the time or 100% of the time, it’s something we […]

What Do I Do If My Child Walks on Their Toes? A Physical Therapist Explains2025-12-11T16:09:23-07:00
4 12, 2025

The Overlooked Muscle Group Every Male Athlete Needs to Train

2025-12-04T12:46:14-07:00

By: Sydney Stevens, PT, DPT, PRPC

You train hard. You lift heavy. You run fast. You give everything to your sport.

But lately, something’s off. Maybe it’s a deep ache in your hip or groin. Maybe it’s high hamstring pain that just won’t go away. Maybe you’ve noticed leakage during heavy lifts or sprints.

A lot of […]

The Overlooked Muscle Group Every Male Athlete Needs to Train2025-12-04T12:46:14-07:00
26 11, 2025

A Dynamic Warm Up For Turkey Trot Runners

2025-11-26T14:08:42-07:00

By: John Kline, PT, DPT, CSCS, FAFS

Every Thanksgiving brings time with loved ones, gratitude, and plenty of good food. It’s also a season for movement! Whether you and your family are preparing for the school “Turkey Trot” or you’re running in a city race, staying safe and ready is key. Try these […]

A Dynamic Warm Up For Turkey Trot Runners2025-11-26T14:08:42-07:00
13 11, 2025

Why Does My Hand Fall Asleep at Night?

2025-11-13T10:07:44-07:00

By Tara Wright, OTR/L, CHT

Waking up with a numb or tingling hand is a common complaint. It might be more than an awkward sleeping position if it happens often. Depending on the nerve being compressed, your symptoms may vary.

Common Causes:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: The median nerve is susceptible to compression at various points along the […]

Why Does My Hand Fall Asleep at Night?2025-11-13T10:07:44-07:00
6 11, 2025

Gymnasts: How Do You Know It’s Time To See A PT?

2025-11-06T13:27:53-07:00

By Kenzie Fauset, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

You’ve hit your kip a thousand times, but today it feels off. Your beam series is shaky, your landings aren’t as solid, and skills you’ve nailed for months suddenly feel harder. That’s not just a tough mental day in the gym, it could be your body telling you […]

Gymnasts: How Do You Know It’s Time To See A PT?2025-11-06T13:27:53-07:00
30 10, 2025

Returning to Sport After Knee Surgery: It’s Not Just About the ACL

2025-10-30T12:34:17-07:00

By: Adam Duncan, PT, DPT

Everyone loves to talk about ACL injuries, and truly, we as physical therapists unfortunately see a lot of them. But if you’ve had knee surgery for a different kind of injury of the knee, (like a MCL or PCL injury), your recovery matters just as much. These injuries come with […]

Returning to Sport After Knee Surgery: It’s Not Just About the ACL2025-10-30T12:34:17-07:00
16 10, 2025

What Is Fascia, and Why Should You Care About It?

2025-10-16T12:53:05-07:00

By: Brad Day, PT, DPT, FAFS
When most people think of physical therapy, they think about muscles, joints, and bones. But there’s another system in the body that plays a major role in how we move and feel, and it often flies under the radar. It’s called fascia.

Understanding fascia can help explain why some patients […]

What Is Fascia, and Why Should You Care About It?2025-10-16T12:53:05-07:00
9 10, 2025

Why Physical Therapy After Breast Reconstruction Surgery Matters

2025-10-09T14:49:02-07:00

By: Julie Kresl, PT
After you have surgery, like breast reconstruction surgery, it’s so important to come to physical therapy. You might wonder what to expect after surgery and how physical therapy can help. Let’s walk through what you may experience and what we focus on together in physical therapy to help you heal and […]

Why Physical Therapy After Breast Reconstruction Surgery Matters2025-10-09T14:49:02-07:00
2 10, 2025

Returning to Work After Breast Cancer

2025-10-06T09:25:47-07:00

By Madison Parks, PT, DPT, OCS

Going back to work while you’re still healing from breast cancer is hard. You’re expected to jump back into meetings, keep up with responsibilities, and act like you’re back to normal when you’re anything but. That’s why rehab during this time has to be specific. Every body, every surgery, […]

Returning to Work After Breast Cancer2025-10-06T09:25:47-07:00