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August 10, 2016

Dry Needling as an Alternative Treatment for OA Knee Pain

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This article has been moved to ProActive blog. Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is a progressive disease common among the aging population and a […]

July 29, 2016

Is Your Foot Pain Plantar Fasciitis?

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Foot pain is debilitating, making it difficult for sufferers to get through normal activities during the day. Sarah is a nurse who is required to […]

July 20, 2016

The Impact of Throwing on an Athlete’s Shoulder

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Many young athletes and parents of athletes who participate in sports that involve throwing, whether it’s baseball, softball, football, or otherwise, worry about the impact […]

July 8, 2016

Why PT ‘Homework’ is Crucial for Recovery

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In the field of physical therapy, there are three letters that can cause some of the greatest distress among therapists: H-E-P. HEP stands for home […]

July 1, 2016

How Tempe Physical Therapy Can Help CrossFit Athletes

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With any injury, understanding which activities patients want to return to is a critical component of the rehabilitation process. For physical therapy to be successful, […]

June 29, 2016

Why Stretching Needs to be Part of your Exercise Program

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While there are many different factors that impact health, fitness, and recovery, stretching is one important component that is often forgotten. As a competitive gymnast […]

June 24, 2016

How to Prevent Low Back Pain

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One of the most common injuries afflicting the American population is low back pain. There is a high likelihood that most people will experience low […]

June 17, 2016