If you're like us, you don't want to stop a favorite pastime of day hiking just because of a little 100-degree weather in Phoenix. Thankfully, our beautiful state has plenty of options when Phoenix heats up. Many of our patients prescribed physical therapy for a knee injury are also avid hikers...
Pain is not pleasant, but it can be very useful. It is a way that the body sends messages to the brain that something is wrong. You can then react to stop the pain and prevent further damage. Pain can protect you from a more serious injury or let you know that you need to see a doctor for...
With the end of school comes summer and fall sports, which for Arizonians, means exercising in 100-degree temperatures during their training programs. During this time, it is especially important for athletes and physical therapy patients to stay hydrated for performance and safety. Most Common...
Are you having trouble sticking with your exercise program because you’re bored with your usual program? Do you feel there’s just not enough time to exercise? Or maybe it’s just too hot? There are a ton of excuses that we make up for not exercising. Living in the desert heat doesn’t make it any...
When sprains, muscle strains, inflammation, and general pain come at you, knowing exactly when to use ice or heat can significantly shorten your recovery time. So what do you choose, ice or heat? This is a common question asked by patients of their physical therapists during initial evaluations....
The average person spends around one-third of their life sleeping, and if you experience trouble getting a quality amount, your health can suffer. Many common sleeping complaints include lower back pain upon waking up, waking up and your hands have “fallen asleep,” and difficulty trying to find a...
Nutrition matters when it comes to your everyday wellness. If you fail to give your body the vitamins, minerals, and care it needs, it could harm your health. As we continue to celebrate National Nutrition Month, here are our top ten tips for better and healthier living. 1. Eat Breakfast ...
Are your trail running shoes as worn down and familiar as the hiking trails you take them on every weekend? Then it’s time to switch things up! Arizona is so much more than a desert. It’s home to many beautiful, unique, and challenging hiking trails. From the northern rivers of Page to the...
Let's Celebrate "National Nutrition Month" Together The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics created National Nutrition Month to increase awareness of nutrition's importance and how nutrition can help you achieve your goals. Specifically, the month is geared to educate people on the importance of...
Every day I see patients that question why their body hurts the way it does. Each one of them has their ideas or conspiracies as to WHY this is the case. Usually, it involves some sort of past injury like a herniated disc, they slept wrong three weeks ago, or just lost flexibility over the years....
