Macronutrients: Part 1 – Carbohydrates

February 10, 2023

Carbs have a bad reputation. But they are essential for our living and function. To help you make better choices on how to best fuel your body, we’re going to give you an understanding what a carbohydrate is, how and why it has earned a bad reputation, what carbs are best for health, and considerations

Macronutrients: Introduction

February 2, 2023

The beginning few months of the year are a popular time to talk about diet and nutrition. Afterall, many people make that new years’ resolution to lose a few pounds. You may have heard about these different diets: keto, paleo, carnivore, whole-food and plant based. For many of them the key differences comes down to

If It Hurts to Move, Why Wait?

January 31, 2023

You woke up this morning and your neck is stiff and achy. You get out of bed, try to look over your shoulder, and suddenly your muscle begins to spasm. You feel a headache beginning and have difficulty concentrating. You opt for the extra-large coffee mug to go, and figure it will eventually work its

Is a Joint Injection the Right Choice for You?

January 26, 2023

Patients with knee, shoulder, hip or other pain/orthopedic conditions are often given recommendations of steroid or cortisone injections, sometimes even before consulting with a physical therapist.  For someone in pain, a doctor’s recommendation of one or two joint injections for knee pain may seem like a great course of care.  Injections are fast, readily available,

Insurance 101

January 15, 2023

As we are in the first few weeks of the new year in the healthcare world, that means for most it’s the time when your deductible starts over at either a current or higher amount. It is a good time to review details of your medical insurance plan and update any current providers you may

Exercise in the New Year: How Much Do I REALLY Need?

January 8, 2023

By Dr. Mary Rose Strickland, Physical Therapist Physical activity and exercise are the closest things to a “wonder drug” we have for diabetes, high blood pressure, and a variety of other conditions. Did you know that exercise also boosts your immune system? While so much may be out of our control, your ability to be

Stress Management Techniques – Social Connectedness – Part 4 of 4

December 15, 2022

Did you know that spending time with family & friends could actually be good for your health? Sharing a nurturing connection with others activates our parasympathetic nervous system, which contrasts our sympathetic “fight or flight” nervous system, thus fighting off stress. Connecting with others who bring you joy can physically change how your body functions:

Budget-Friendly Ways to Get More Veggies on Your Plate

October 29, 2022

The average adult should aim to get half their plate at each meal filled with fruits and veggies (with veggies being slightly more than fruits).  Many acknowledge the challenges in doing so – cost of fresh fruits and vegetables, not knowing how to prepare or cook certain vegetables, or simply not liking them. Here are

Managed Exercise & PT Can Improve Concussion Symptoms.

September 23, 2022

With high school sports in full gear and NFL in full swing, concussions are certain to ramp up within the mainstream consciousness. And while talk will often point to conventional wisdom which states that “time and rest” are the best and only options for recovery from concussion, physical therapist Mary Rose Strickland says that studies