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How Hand Therapy Can Help You
You’ve heard of (and maybe even experienced) common conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, wrist tendonitis, and trigger finger. But did you know there’s a specialist who is specifically trained to treat these and other ailments of the hand, wrist and arm? You don’t have to resort to surgery or even a supply of ibuprofen to try to manage[…]
Sitting Too Much? How to Move More When Living the Remote Life
Social distancing and remote working are intended to keep us safe and healthy, but could it create new health troubles? If you’ve transitioned to working from home, you’re probably not as mobile as you were when you used to go into the office. Think about it: Rather than walking down the hall to go use the restroom or attend a[…]
Feeling Overwhelmed? Try These Ways to Destress and Get Moving
Many of us are currently experiencing heightened levels of stress as a result of working from home, social distancing and the daily effects of the pandemic on everyday life. It seems there’s always something to worry about, whether it’s our health, our family, the economy, our livelihoods, or something else. We visited with Claire Giuliano, OTD to explore some ways[…]
Why Physical Therapy Matters So Much Right Now
Physical therapy is classified as an essential service, which means we at Spooner Physical Therapy are here to serve you!
But what is it about physical and hand therapy that makes it so needed, especially during the current global health pandemic? Does it make sense that we are still available and serving the community, even with all[…]
Need Lower Back Pain Relief? Try Our Tips
With so many of us working from home full time or taking advantage of flexible work schedules, many have found a little bit of extra time around the house to work on projects – which is great, until you feel that tweak, pop, or strain in your lower back from stressing muscles that aren’t used to working. If this hurt[…]
Keeping Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Healthy While Social Distancing
Let’s just say it: This “new normal” brought on by COVID-19 has been a bit tricky to navigate. We’ve had to adjust to new routines, ways of working, and being distanced from those we love.
If you’ve felt more than your typical dose of anxiety, worry, or fear, know that there’s a physiological reason for those emotions[…]
Surprising Benefits of Physical Therapy
That’s right: there are so many advantages to physical therapy’s approach to health and healing, including some you may not be aware of. To learn more about just what PT can do for you, we turned to Julie Kresl, PT.
Julie describes five surprising benefits that she has seen in her decades of experience helping patients[…]
Your Time Is Now: What to Expect at Your First Physical Therapy Appointment
So, you’ve determined that physical therapy might be the best course of action in your journey toward healing from pain or injury. Or maybe you have a surgeon or other doctor who has referred you to a physical therapist.
Whatever it is that has motivated you to seek out physical therapy, we’re glad you’re here! And we realize that you may[…]
Should You Try Blood Flow Restriction Therapy?
Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy, also known as blood flow restriction training, is a relatively new method of injury recovery therapy that promises dramatic results. But what exactly is it, when is it used, and is it safe?
We asked Brett Fischer, PT, ATC, CSCS, DN, Cert. Astym founder of the Fischer Institute of Physical Therapy & Performance (a division[…]
Endurance Athletes: How Physical Therapy Can Give You an Edge This Race Season
Running, cycling, mountain biking, triathlon: If you’re into any one of these endurance sports, then you know that race season is in full swing here in the Valley. Whether you’re the type of athlete who likes to push for better times and better placing, or you’re just looking forward to crossing that finish line, then you may be[…]
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