In 2021, National Physical Therapy Month will emphasize the importance of physical activity and the role PTs, PTAs, and physical therapy students play in helping people get moving. Physical inactivity is a national health crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic did not help. Most Americans don’t move enough despite proven benefits, such as reduced risk of
Pickleball, a paddle sport that is a cross between tennis, racquetball and badminton, is the fastest-growing sport in the US. It is played on a smaller court and with a lower net and smaller racket than tennis, making it an excellent low impact exercise option. Pickleball has been specifically popular among older adults and has
The physical and mental benefits of an active lifestyle are well known. But maybe you’re tired of the same workout routine or need a way to get motivated after an inactive winter. With the onset of spring and warmer weather, there are plenty of ways to move more and become more physically active without hitting the
According to the Department of Health and Human Services Facts and Statistics on physical activity, more than 80% of American adults do not get enough physical activity despite the proven benefits, such as a reduced risk of some cancers and chronic diseases, as well as improved bone health, cognitive function, weight control, and quality of
Hip tightness is a common complaint for runners of all levels. The repetitive nature of running can lead to flexibility restrictions throughout the lower extremities, which in turn may contribute to injury. Today we review a static stretching routine to to help lengthen the muscles and increase your range of motion. Static stretching is best
The demands of life have changed in so many ways due to the coronavirus. The Covid-19 pandemic has put many of us on our backsides, school children and adults alike. Many were forced to work from home because of social distancing measures, which meant that workers were suddenly always in their offices. Those 9am to
For the final segment in our Backyard Workout series, today we are reviewing basic core exercises. Follow along with our video demonstrations and/or use the detailed instructions below to add these exercises into your routine. Please feel free reach out to us with any questions! EXERCISES Abdominal Bike Sit in a chair and keep chest
Physical Solutions is happy to announce our new Breathe Better Feel Better program. This program will benefit patients who have recovered from or are assumed to have had COVID, are affected by other cardiopulmonary diseases, or are experiencing general deconditioning. Feelings of fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and decreased ability to perform your normal daily
The next segment in our backyard workout series includes a program for your upper body! Follow along with our video demonstrations and/or use the detailed instructions below to add these upper body exercises into your routine. As always exercises should be performed in a pain free range of motion. Please reach out to us with
As part of our Backyard Workout Series, today we are demonstrating three lunge variations that you can try with your kids. These exercises will help improve their lower body and core strength and balance control. They can be done at a field, in your yard, or in your home. Lunge with Rotation Step forward into