Getting You Back to Better
The body is a complex arrangement of muscles, tendons, and joints. Repetitive stress can play a wicked toll upon any number of these structures, causing pain that is limiting and frustrating. Runners know this all too well! The Tibialis Posterior is a muscle that plays an important role in maintaining a healthy arch and stable …
How to Strengthen the Tibialis Posterior: A Helpful Guide Read More »
Although many things can set people apart, back pain in the QL muscle region is not one of them. It is reported that over 65 million people complain of lower back pain per year in the US alone. If you are one of the many individuals who fall into this category, you may be wondering …
Lower Back Pain: Treatment of The QL and Lateral Back Pain Read More »
One of the most underrated muscles in the body is the Soleus. The Soleus is a deep muscle in the calf that plays an important role in stabilizing the ankle and keeping our bodies upright and is the most active muscle during running. It’s often overlooked, but it’s critical to keep this muscle strong if …
5 Great Exercises to Strengthen the Soleus: What, Why, and How Read More »
Working out from home has boomed over the past few years. With our busy schedules and health concerns, it’s no surprise that working out at home has continued to be popular even after the pandemic. With that increase in popularity, companies have focused on creating equipment to make working out easier at home. Think of …
Hands-On PT Pros Push-Up Board Review: What You Need to Know Read More »
Looking for a way to improve leg strength without going to the gym? Check out the PT Pros Push-Up Board and portable gym. This handy piece of equipment can be used at home or on the go to help you get in shape. The Push-up board is a simple yet effective way to work your …
9 Awesome Leg Strengthening Exercises Using a Push-Up Board Read More »
If you’re a runner and have a history of ankle problems, you may have wondered whether or not you need to wear an ankle brace. Running is a great way to exercise but does put stress on the ankle joint. If you have sprained, broken, or had surgery on your ankle, running with an ankle …
Running with an Ankle brace: When Should You Wear One? Read More »
Your ankle is one of the most important joints in your body. It plays a crucial role in movement, stability, and locomotion to keep us moving forward. One of the most critical ways to protect the ankle and keep it healthy is by performing strengthening exercises. The stronger that the ankle is, the less likely …
Ankle Strengthening Exercises: The Best Exercises for a Strong Ankle Read More »
If you are one of the many people who have undergone meniscus surgery, sleeping may be on your mind. How can you get the most restful sleep possible? What position should your knee be in? What types of positions should you avoid? When you get home from surgery, you want two things: to catch up …
How to Sleep After a Meniscus Surgery: Tips for Positioning and Comfort Read More »
Do you experience hip pain when going up or downstairs? Do you search for the elevator anytime you are in a building to avoid using the stairs because you don’t want the pain in your hip to increase? This is a common problem, and there are several potential causes. However, pain with stairs is not …
Hip Pain with Stairs: The Main Causes and How to Treat Them Read More »
Do you find yourself getting up from a chair more slowly as you get older? You’re not alone. Many people have difficulty standing up from a chair, whether it’s due to age, injury, or simply have had strength losses that snuck up on you. In this blog post, we will review how to stand up …
How to Stand Up Easier: A Helpful Guide with 5 Easy Exercises Read More »
