Studies show that exercise can relieve many symptoms of depression, as well as anxiety. It’s a safe and effective remedy, but it’s difficult to run laps when you can barely drag yourself out of bed. Still, the effort is worth it. A major study by Duke University found that exercise […]
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A good wаrmuр dіlаtеѕ уоur blood vеѕѕеlѕ, еnѕurіng thаt уоur muscles are wеll ѕuррlіеd wіth оxуgеn bеfоrе уоu gіvе them a vіgоrоuѕ workout. It аlѕо rаіѕеѕ thе temperature оf уоur muѕсlеѕ fоr орtіmаl flеxіbіlіtу and efficiency. By ѕlоwlу rаіѕіng уоur hеаrt rate, thе wаrmuр also hеlрѕ minimize ѕtrеѕѕ on your […]
We all know as soon as the weather is no longer below freezing you will start to see people running outside all bundled up. As the spring and summer months approach everyone seems to be out versus being in the gym. It’s important to protect yourself all year round if […]
When a person comes into the office as either a new patient or as a wellness visit, I usually ask if they perform any type of exercise at home. Some answer no because they are too busy or do not have the equipment at home. Others will say that they […]
It’s that time of year again – presents, stockings, sugar and spice! It’s also the time that we start making New Years resolutions. Why not combine the two? This year I’ve decided that in lieu (or maybe in addition) to the random gift requests of bourbon, winter coats and a […]
Differences Between Muscles Cramps, Spasms, and Soreness Who has ever woken up in the middle of the night with the dreaded charlie horse cramp in their calf?? We have all heard about it but have you ever wondered why it happens? Listed below are the differences between a muscle cramp, […]
Now that running season is upon us, it is that time again where our local runners are flocking in the door to get treatment on their legs. The infamous Iliotibial band (IT Band) is working overtime and it needs some help!! What is iliotibial band (IT band) syndrome? Iliotibial band […]
Why Should You Use a Foam Roller? This is one of the many questions we get asked during our rehab time with patients. Many people do not know what a foam roller is and how it will even help them. They think it is just another one of our torture […]
An optimist will tell you the glass is half-full; the pessimist, half-empty; and the engineer will tell you the glass is twice the size it needs to be – Anonymous It might be helpful if we were all engineers when it came to our food. We are exposed to supersized […]
We often get questions regarding what exactly is an athletic trainer, and how they differ from a personal trainer or a physical therapist. We have two Certified Athletic Trainers at our office that perform your daily rehab exercises including, but not limited to manual therapy, graston therapy and exercises. Below […]