The Healing Power of Gratitude: A Key Ingredient in Physical Therapy and Overall Health

November 24, 2025

Introduction As we reflect on this past week’s Thanksgiving celebrations, it’s a fitting time to delve into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of healing and wellness: gratitude. At New Life Physical Therapy, we are immensely thankful for each of you who have chosen us for your physical therapy needs and supported our small community

Release the Tension You Didn’t Know You Were Carrying: Try the Body Scan

November 13, 2025

In today’s busy world, our minds are constantly racing – planning, worrying, multitasking. Over time, this mental load often shows up physically as tight shoulders, a sore neck, or an achy back. If you’ve ever noticed yourself holding tension without realizing it, you’re not alone. One of the simplest ways to break this cycle and

Healthspan vs. Lifespan: Why Expert Guidance Matters

October 27, 2025

When most people think about getting healthier, they focus on living longer. But what if the real goal isn’t simply more years – but better years? That’s the difference between lifespan and healthspan. Lifespan is how long you live. Healthspan is how long you live well – with energy, strength, mental clarity, and independence. Modern

Sneak Peek: A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT is Coming Soon!

October 24, 2025

Something exciting is on the horizon at New Life Physical Therapy! For the first time ever, Dr. Mary Rose Strickland will be opening her practice to accept Lifestyle Medicine clients — and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share what’s coming. Lifestyle Medicine focuses on using evidence-based lifestyle habits — such as nutrition, movement, sleep,

The Big Insurance Shake-Up: Don’t Let It Surprise You in 2026

October 24, 2025

Each fall, individuals and families across the country review their health insurance options—whether through an employer, the Marketplace, or Medicare. The numbers can be confusing, and many plans that look inexpensive up-front end up costing far more when you actually need care. A recent headline from Minnesota serves as an important reminder to look beyond

Don’t Fear the Hinge: The Movement That Protects Your Back and Knees

October 14, 2025

If you’ve ever bent down to pick something up off the floor — congratulations, you’ve done a deadlift. The truth is, we all “deadlift” every day. The key question is: are you doing it well and safely? The hinge pattern— the foundational movement behind exercises like deadlifts, hip thrusts, and Romanian deadlifts (RDLs) — is

Building Better Habits: Small Steps That Stick

October 1, 2025

We all know that habits shape our lives. Some habits help us—like brushing our teeth or going for a walk—while others hold us back. But how do you actually change your habits? In his August 10th episode of The Drive podcast, Dr. Peter Attia talks with Charles Duhigg, the author of The Power of Habit.

The Power of Minimums: Building a Health Routine That Works Every Day

September 24, 2025

We’ve all had those days: the ones where the alarm didn’t go off, the calendar is jam-packed, or we wake up with a scratchy throat and zero energy. On days like these, it’s easy to feel like you’ve “fallen off” your health routine. But what if you had a built-in safety net? That’s where the

The Two Big Rocks: Why Your Hips and Upper Back Hold the Key to Whole-Body Health

September 24, 2025

If you only had five minutes a day to work on your body, where should you spend your time? The answer might surprise you: your hips and your upper back (thoracic spine). These two areas are the “big rocks” of movement. When they move well and stay strong, the rest of your body thanks you. When they get stiff