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Explanation of Inflammation

August 27, 2015

We’re going to tell you about something you’ve heard talked about before. But it is important and we want to emphasize it; because this topic can be debilitating in so many ways. We’ll be talking about inflammation. Inflammation is part of the body’s natural defense system. When your body senses foreign invaders (not those from space), […]

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Nexting

By: Jules Hannah, DPT So the correct term is text neck; but I just couldn’t resist coming out with the new phrase to annoy my boyfriend. Words like “chillaxing”, “staycation”, and “life hack” drive him up a wall; figuratively. I bring this up, because I am a self-certified posture police. Many of my patients come […]

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Instrument Assisted Soft Tissues Massage

August 26, 2015

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissues Massage (IASTM)...i.e. that odd little metal instrument I use, Explained Dr. John O’Neil, DPT Physical Therapists have used their hands to improve blood flow and break up restrictions or myofascial adhesions in injured soft tissue for quite some time, but sometimes our fingers alone can’t detect your restrictions at deeper levels […] Read More...

Lymphedema by: Stephanie Wilfong, DPT

July 27, 2015

Lymphedema by: Stephanie Wilfong, DPT Whenever we hear the word “lymph,” it is most often associated with lymph nodes. We have lymph nodes throughout our entire body that work with the venous system to remove waste substances from our bodies.  When there is a disruption to the lymph system and the fluid cannot be drained […]

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Ultrasound – A Healing Modality

June 29, 2015

By: Teresa Grant, PT We tend to associate warmth with relaxation and a feeling of tranquility. But, heat can have physiological effects as well. Heat can be both superficial such as a heating pad or it can be deep. Ultrasound delivers a deep heat. Ultrasound's physiological effects can be to decrease pain, stimulate an increase […]

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“OUCH My @#$% Back!!!”

April 24, 2015

We have either said this or heard this said. In fact, there is a 22 - 65% prevalence that individuals will experience low back pain this year. Wow! That is a significant population. So how do I avoid straining/spraining my back? Here are a few tips! First, never jump right out of bed! Actively pump […]

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