Ice or Heat: How to Determine the Best Way to Treat an Injury
When sprains, muscle strains, inflammation, and general pain occur, knowing exactly when to use ice or heat for pain relief can significantly shorten your recovery […]
When sprains, muscle strains, inflammation, and general pain occur, knowing exactly when to use ice or heat for pain relief can significantly shorten your recovery […]
Stocking up on the right healing foods to eat after surgery can be beneficial in helping your body recover quicker. For example, if you’re planning […]
Suppose you’ve experienced significant aches and pain from an accident. In that case, you know just how serious an injury can be — but there […]
Balance is something we all strive to achieve. We have come to believe that if things are in balance…Life is good! Balance is most important […]
Do you exercise at home as regularly as you should? It isn’t just humans slacking in the exercise department. Our pets are growing lazy, too. […]
For many people, a self-care routine is the last priority on an ever-growing to-do list. It would be nice to have a spa day or […]
Low back injuries affect almost 80% of people at some time. Additionally, the discomfort may be far more severe than a simple backache. The discomfort […]
As physical therapists, we talk a lot about how PT plays a role in helping our patients reduce pain, regain mobility, or recover after surgery. […]
Nutrition matters when it comes to your everyday wellness. It could harm your health if you fail to give your body the vitamins, minerals, and […]
By Sarah Wannlund PT, DPT ProActive Northwest Dry needling, also known as trigger point dry needling, is a therapeutic technique that involves inserting thin, solid […]