Physical Therapy Improves Daily Life
You may think that physical therapy is only for those recovering from surgery or an injury. Indeed, physical therapy plays a critical role in recovery, but physical therapy improves daily life too.
Exercise at the Beach – Five Fun Ways
Finding five ways to exercise living near or visiting Virginia Beach, Virginia has many benefits. One of, if not the largest benefit, is our famous stretch of beach and boardwalk. Virginia Beach has a world-renowned sand beach and 3-mile long boardwalk that provides numerous opportunities for exercise and has frequent…
Walk Your Way to Health
Walking is a simple and effective way to improve overall health and fitness. It is a low-impact exercise that can be done anywhere, anytime, without equipment. Walking is an excellent option whether you are trying to lose weight, reduce stress, or improve your cardiovascular health. This blog includes tips to…
Eight Reasons To Not Ignore Foot and Ankle Pain
Foot and Ankle Pain should not be ignored Foot and ankle pain is a common issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds. While many people are tempted to ignore pain, addressing the problem as soon as possible is crucial. This blog will discuss why you should not ignore…
<strong> The McKenzie Method® for Back Pain</strong>
Have you suffered from persistent back pain or discomfort in your extremities for months? Perhaps you have tried physical therapy and are still looking for a better solution. It is time to find out about the McKenzie Method® for back pain. The McKenzie Method® used in physical therapy is a…
Marathon Training – Time to Run Fast, Peak Phase
Marathon Training – Part 4, Peak Phase Time to run fast! Repetition and interval training! We discussed the BASE and BUILD phases of our running program utilizing endurance periodization. Next, let’s talk about is PEAK phase. Here, we increase the intensity of running, defined by adding interval or repetition training.…
Marathon Training – Threshold Runs! Build Phase
Marathon Training – Part 3 Increase the workload! I am adding threshold runs for my mid-distance (6-mile) run. Previously, we discussed the first period (BASE) and its main goal of increasing volume. So, let’s talk about the next stage – BUILD. This phase typically occurs 1-2 months before approaching our…
What is Dry Needling?
If you’re looking for a way to relieve muscle pain and improve overall performance, you might consider physical therapy dry needling. This treatment method is becoming increasingly popular among physical therapists as an effective way to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, from neck and shoulder pain to tennis elbow.…
Oncology Physical Therapy: Stay in Motion
Oncology Physical therapy helps cancer patients optimize physical function and their independence. Many feel that it improves the overall quality of life. This blog will explore the benefits of oncology physical therapy and staying in motion. “Any level of exercise during and after cancer treatment can reduce side effects, help…
Training for a Marathon – The Base Period
Marathon Training, Part 2 The miles are building! In a good marathon training plan, there should be four focus items for endurance running – we call this Endurance Periodization. Each period has a specific goal and targets a different need for long-term running success. The four periods are BASE, BUILD,…
