Concussion Recovery: How A Licensed Physical Therapist Can Help
As the new school year gets underway, many students are preparing to compete in a new season of athletic endeavors. As with any form of […]
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3 Tips to Run Your First 5k
Here at Foothills, mid to late August means one thing—the kick off of the Foothills Running Group. It’s no secret that running is one of […]
Recovering From a Hamstring Strain
Hamstring strains are a very common injury that can sideline an athlete or put your typical fitness enthusiast out of commission for several weeks. In […]
Healthy Food for Your Next BBQ
Summertime is the season for grilling, unless you live in Phoenix where we grill year round! When you think of grilling, you think of savory […]
How Dry Needling Can Heal Painful or Tender Muscles
Dry needling, or trigger point dry needling, is an incredibly effective form of myofascial release. In the simplest terms, this means loosening up tight muscle […]
Quit Smoking to Fight Chronic Pain
If you have chronic pain symptoms and are a smoker, there may be a correlation between the two. Chronic pain affects many aspects of life, […]
Healthy Summer Tips
Now that we’ve survived the countless high school and college graduation parties, the monotonous three-hour ceremonies, dinners with the in-laws, finally, summer is upon us. […]
Endurance Running Recovery: Examining the Options
You just competed in a long-distance run and pushed your body harder than ever. One thing to be aware of is DOMS, otherwise known as […]
C-Sections: How Physical Therapy Can Help
There are a lot of practical issues to consider during your pregnancy, like names, choosing between cloth or disposable diapers, and most importantly, whether cesarean […]
How to Avoid Hip Injuries in Athletes
At Foothills (Gilbert-Mesa location), we treat too many athletes with hip injuries that require them to miss practice time from their sport or give them […]