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Physical Therapy: Why We Do It

Our Physical Therapy Team   When people hear us use the word “physical therapy”, they often believe that our services are limited to sports injuries and athletic training. Physical therapy can mean a lot more…
February 17, 2017
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Rotator Cuff Injuries

The rotator cuff (not “rotary cup”) in your shoulder is made up of a group of tendons and muscles. These tendons and muscles help connect the shoulder blade to the upper arm. (Photo Credit: WebMD)…
February 13, 2017
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Kinesio Tape

Have you ever noticed athletes wearing different colored tape on their backs, legs, and arms? Did you know that those strips of tape are placed on certain muscles for a reason? This technique is known…
February 2, 2017
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Choose Physical Therapy

The Violence and Injury Prevention Program reports that in the past decade, Utah has experienced a more than 400 percent increase in deaths related to misuse and abuse of prescription drugs, with an average of…
January 26, 2017
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Running Evaluations

RPT offers personalized running- specific and gait analysis to enhance running mechanics, efficiency, and prevent injury. Running analysis can be performed in preparation for races, to return to sport following injury, or for injury prevention.…
January 20, 2017
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Pelvic Floor Pain

According to a National Institutes of Health (NIH) study, pelvic floor disorders affect a substantial proportion of women and increase with age. Contrary to popular belief, however, it is not only women who experience this…
January 5, 2017
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Winter Sports Safety

Utah’s mountains are known for the “Greatest Snow on Earth.” In 2013, local resorts had 4.2 million skier visits, which is the third best season on record, according to the Utah Tourism Industry Association. Many…
December 30, 2016
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Winter Weather Injuries

Winter weather can present  hazardous conditions here in Utah. Sub-freezing temperatures create icy conditions, making falls more common. Motor vehicle accidents are more common due to these same icy conditions that create treacherous road conditions.…
December 27, 2016
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Direct Access

No referral? No problem? Physical therapy in Utah is recognized as a “direct access” health service. This means that a physician referral is not required by state law to access physical therapists' services for evaluation…
December 16, 2016