RPT Blog

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We have several informational articles about various topics relating to physical therapy. If you are looking for specific information that you cannot find, please reach out to one of our locations, and one of our friendly employees will help you!

General Information

Ice Vs Heat

Using ice and heat can be a great way to treat an injury. The question is, when do you use ice versus when to use heat? Learning the function of each and how they effect…
June 23, 2017
Women's Health

Physical Therapy for Pregnant Women

Did you know that physical therapy can be incredibly useful if you’re pregnant? Being pregnant can be quite strenuous on your body and it can help to know some exercises to maintain mobility, flexibility, and…
June 16, 2017
General Information

Benefits of Ice Baths

Taking the plunge into an ice bath may not be something you want to do, but it could be what your body needs. Many professional athletes use this method to keep their competitive edge during…
June 8, 2017
Tips for Work Environment

Wrists at Work

Many people have desk jobs that require them to be working on a computer for hours at a time. If you’re not careful, this can take a toll on your body. Repetitive motions associated with…
May 31, 2017
General Information

Headaches and PT

Frequent Headaches? We Can Help! Headaches are one of the most common health problems. There can be many reasons why you may be experiencing headaches, which can make it frustrating to manage them. While most…
May 17, 2017
Balance

A Balancing Act

According to the CDC, more than one third of US adults 65 and older fall each year. 20% to 30% of people who fall suffer moderate to severe injuries. Our physical therapists can help reduce…
May 10, 2017
Chronic Pain

Neck Pain and Physical Therapy

According to the CDC, over 54% of U.S. adults will experience neck pain in the following year. Oftentimes neck pain is located in one spot and goes away without treatment within a few days or…
April 24, 2017
Fitness

Stretching

Stretching before and after working out is often forgotten to anyone returning to an exercise regimen. Many people don’t think they have time to stretch the right way or they just don’t know how to…
April 21, 2017
Sports

Lifting Weights

Resistance or strength training is a great way to build muscle and tone. It can help increase your metabolism and burn calories, long after you have stopped working out. Equipment There are a few different…
April 10, 2017