5 Physical Therapy Exercises for Sprained Ankle Relief A sprained ankle can be painful and cause tremendous discomfort, especially if it is accompanied by swelling and bruising. It requires immediate treatment, as the injury can lead to a complete loss of function and even permanent damage to your foot if not treated properly. [...]
5 At-Home Neck Exercises to Relieve Tension Have you ever noticed that your neck and shoulders tense after a long day at work, and your posture is slightly off? You’re not alone. Did you know neck pain affects more than 30% of adults in the United States, and nearly half will continue to [...]
10 Benefits of Physical Therapy for Back Pain Back pain is a prevalent condition that affects approximately 3 out of 10 U.S adults and is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. It may affect the lower back and the neck. A recent study found that back pain was responsible [...]
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Recover From a Sports Injury Last year a total of 3.2 million people were treated in emergency departments for injuries involving sports and recreational activities—and the activities most frequently associated with those injuries were cycling, exercise and basketball. There’s almost nothing more frustrating than injuring yourself while [...]
Telehealth is a future we're using now Pro Staff is taking a number of important measures to help prevent the continued spread of COVID-19, including innovative new telehealth physical therapy sessions for patients. We would also like to reiterate: the most important thing you can do for your health (and everyone around you) [...]
It might be a long couple of months. Here are a few ways to stay active. With the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and new state and national restrictions imposed on businesses and residents, your typical workout routine may not be the most pressing matter in your life right now (nor [...]
The season is over, but recovery is just beginning. While watching last week’s Super Bowl, did you catch the incomplete pass during the 4th quarter that grounded 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo? Or how about when, 4th and 10, Garoppolo takes a sack that ends in a turnover on downs - after which, the Chiefs [...]
#NewYearNewMe Roaring in the ‘20s with a new regime? We thought so. Losing weight, changing your diet, and exercising remain the top New Year’s Resolution across age groups, per YouGov. Which might sound like great news, but statistically, an overwhelming majority of resolutions fizzle out by the second weekend in January. How can [...]
Know the difference Prepping your body before hitting the gym or starting the big game is vital to reducing the risk of injury. However, many of us often mistake stretching as a sufficient form of warming up. It is traditionally thought stretching before any strenuous activity reduces the risk of injury, but research [...]
Transformational training As an athlete, the most transformative period isn't during competition season, but during the off-season. During this break, you can re-energize and improve your overall performance. When competition season is over, it may be difficult to find the right routine. Follow these tips to ensure you are ready for the incoming [...]
