Getting Stronger 101 One of the most commonly-held fitness myths is that post-exercise muscle soreness is an indicator of an athlete getting stronger. We know that muscle soreness, especially after a killer leg day, is carried like a badge of honor, but we’re here to...
We have all been there – one minute you’re picking up clothes from the floor and, before you know it, your back twinges with an unfamiliar pain. Back pain, specifically low back pain, is one of the most common problems that cause people to seek medical...
Known as “frozen shoulder,” adhesive capsulitis is a complex condition that can affect one or both shoulder joints. As with other conditions, physical therapy is recommended to help with pain and mobility loss that comes with frozen shoulder. However, this article...
Achilles tendinitis can be frustrating for both the patient and therapist. This is partly because the condition itself is complicated and difficult to understand. And, although the term “Achilles tendinitis” refers to inflammation of the Achilles tendon, other...
If you’re like many active adults who enjoy exercising, you know the benefits of a good workout. But if an aching back has slowed you down or stopped your exercise routine, it’s easy to just give up and suffer physically as well as emotionally. About eight...
When your knee hurts, it can be challenging or even impossible to carry out your daily routine. If you’re an athlete, knee pain can be especially disheartening and deliberating as it can stop you from competing. Are you an active adult who loves squatting and...
You may have noticed it from time to time. You hear or feel your jaw pop. What you may not know is those jaw pops can be a symptom of temporomandibular joint disorder commonly referred to as TMJD or TMJ disorder. The symptoms of TMJ disorder include, but are not...
Getting injured is tough because it can throw off your entire routine. You will most likely have to modify some of the activities that you do on a daily basis, from the way you get ready in the morning to how you exercise. Knowing the right workout modifications can...
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to motivate yourself to live a more active life. At P3, we encourage you to be fit, be strong, and reach for new goals! Make 2021 the year you put your past behind you and start over with a more healthy lifestyle. We also...
Many people are surprised to learn that physical therapists can help manage headaches. While physical therapy may not be effective for all types of headaches, there are several ways in which physical therapists can help manage pain, decrease secondary effects of...
