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You crushed a tough workout yesterday, and today, you’re feeling it. Sore legs, tight shoulders, maybe even a little fatigue that makes the idea of getting off the couch feel impossible. It’s tempting to do absolutely nothing, but here’s the deal: total rest isn’t always the best kind of recovery. That’s where active recovery comes … Read more

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If you’ve ever experienced tingling, numbness, or a persistent “pins and needles” feeling in your hands, feet, or legs, nerve pain might be the culprit. One technique that’s gaining attention for addressing these frustrating symptoms is nerve flossing—a gentle, movement-based approach designed to help your nerves glide more easily through the body. Also known as … Read more

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Groin pain is one of the first and most telling signs of a sports hernia, a condition that affects up to 25% of athletes at some point in their careers. But sports hernias aren’t limited to sports-related injuries. With the right approach, including physical therapy, most individuals can recover well and return to the activities … Read more

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Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is one of the most common causes of lateral knee pain, especially among runners, cyclists, and individuals engaged in activities with repetitive leg movements. Though it often starts as a dull ache, ITBS can progress into persistent, sharp pain that sidelines athletes and affects daily mobility. Fortunately, physical therapy—particularly with techniques … Read more

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Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects nearly every aspect of a person’s daily life—from how they move to how they speak. The condition’s hallmark symptoms, such as bradykinesia (slowed movement), reduced vocal volume, and rigidity, can make routine activities increasingly challenging over time. Fortunately, targeted therapies can help maintain independence, ease symptoms, and improve quality of life. … Read more

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What is POTS? Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a form of dysautonomia—a condition where the autonomic nervous system doesn’t function properly. Affecting millions across the U.S. and beyond, POTS can significantly interfere with daily life. While it can affect anyone, it’s most frequently seen in women of childbearing age. Symptoms often intensify with simple … Read more

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As warm weather fades and fall sets in, this seasonal shift offers more than cozy sweaters and pumpkin patches—it’s also the perfect time to check in on your physical health. Whether you’re in the middle of recovery or simply looking to maintain strength and mobility, small adjustments to your routine this time of year can … Read more

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Person gently examining their foot and ankle on a treatment table, possibly experiencing pain from a stress fracture

If you’ve ever pushed through a new workout routine, added extra miles to your morning runs, or jumped full-force into a sport like pickleball, basketball, or hiking, you’ve likely felt soreness in your feet. Most of the time, that soreness fades after a day or two of rest. But what if it doesn’t? What if … Read more

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Hockey is a fast, physical sport that demands strength, precision, and resilience. Whether you’re skating in a rec league or suiting up with the Crown Point Bulldogs, your body is constantly working to keep up with the quick direction changes, high-impact collisions, and repetitive motion. And with that intensity comes the risk of injury—especially if … Read more

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Shoulder pain is one of the most common issues we treat in the clinic—and one of the first questions patients tend to ask is, “Is it my rotator cuff?” It’s a fair question, especially given how often the rotator cuff is involved in both acute and chronic shoulder conditions. Whether you’re dealing with a recent … Read more