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Stretches for Cheerleaders: Flyers and Bases

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Cheerleading is a very popular sport for school teams and competition all-star teams. All-star teams are comprised of various ages, and they can be co-ed, and practice multiple days per week for competitions. As with any sport, cheerleading comes with a risk of injury. There are general trends for cheer-related injuries depending on the athlete’s role on the team: base vs. flyer. (more…)

5 Things Your Pelvic Health Physical Therapist Wants You to Know

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Denise Moon, PT, DPT, PHC

In recent times, pelvic health physical therapy has become a hot topic, especially with the help of social media. Despite this new trend, many people don’t know what it is or are unsure of what it encompasses. So, let’s talk about five things you should know about pelvic health physical therapy. (more…)

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How Physical Therapy Can Improve Your Jaw Pain

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Teddy Azar, DPT

Struggling with jaw pain and stiffness? Not sure what can provide the relief you’ve been looking for? It might be time to try physical therapy (PT)! PT can provide a personalized assessment and treatment plan to help you find relief. (more…)

Health Benefits of Pickleball

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Pickleball is a great, low-impact sport for people of all ages that has become vastly popular in recent years. Pickleball is similar to tennis, however, it is played on specific courts with a different style paddle, ball, and rules. Pickleball offers a variety of health benefits for its players in addition to being a fun activity for many people. (more…)

Pelvic Health Is for Everyone

Posted on June 9, 2025 by Sarah Rice PT, DPT, PhD

Pelvic health? Isn’t that just for moms? No! While pelvic health is certainly important for moms, it’s also important for everyone else—dads, birthparents, people of all gender identities, and people of all ages. Regardless of gender identity or assigned sex at birth, we all have the same pelvic floor muscles. These muscles are hard workers. They function in concert with the core and hip muscles to stabilize the body and help control urinary, bowel, and sexual function. Our breathing, diet, exercise routine, daily chores, and stress level can all affect our pelvic floor muscles. (more…)

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4 Things Your Physical Therapist Wants You to Stop Doing (Immediately)

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Tanner Neuberger, PT, DPT, TDN Level 1

We should be able to move our bodies freely — without constant worry about getting hurt. Yes, injuries happen, and that’s why we’re here to help. But injuries are rarely caused by just one thing. They are complex and often misunderstood. Rather than add to the sea of conflicting advice out there, let’s focus on what your physical therapist really wants you to stop doing —right now. (more…)

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At-Home Movements for Chronic Pain

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Brandon Jones, PTA, BS, MBPR

About 20% of the world will have chronic pain at some point in their lifetime. Those of you who are currently experiencing pain may feel frustrated, anxious, and alone. Due to pain, you may also be drifting away from the activities that you once enjoyed. Today, we will review some daily exercises that may help you feel better with your pain and help you connect with your most active and pain-free self. Listed below are exercises that have been shown to help reduce pain and that can be done daily! (more…)

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An Exercise Routine That Can Help Manage High Blood Pressure

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Kathleen Habschmidt PT, DPT

High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of adults in the U.S. While medications can help, one of the most effective tools in managing blood pressure is exercise. The good news? You don’t need to spend hours at the gym. A well-rounded, consistent routine can make a big difference. Your heart is a powerful muscle, and regular movement strengthens it, making it more efficient at pumping blood, reducing pressure on your arteries. Exercise also helps manage weight, reduce stress, and improve overall cardiovascular health, all key factors in controlling blood pressure. (more…)

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