Injury Prevention

The injury prevention category features some of the most common musculoskeletal issues that people come to physical therapy with and shares valuable tips to modify activities and decrease pain.

woman sitting on a couch using a mobile phone rubbing her neck in pain how to avoid text neck

7 Exercises For Tech Neck (Physical Therapist Approved)

Have you ever noticed a stiff neck after long stints on your phone and just dismissed it as par for the course?  It might be tech neck, and yeah, it’s a thing.  Tech neck, aka text neck, is a not-so-affectionate term for neck pain and other symptoms resulting from constantly looking down to use technology, […]

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How Long Does Tennis Elbow Last? (+ Prevention Tips)

Do you have an annoying case of tennis elbow that isn’t getting better? Tennis elbow is the most common overuse injury of the elbow, and many are surprised to learn that you don’t have to play tennis to have this annoying injury cramp your style.  Treating tennis elbow can be tricky. Exactly how long does

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athletic man wrapping his foot due to plantar fasciitis

Here’s Why Your Plantar Fasciitis Won’t Go Away

Tired of plantar fasciitis feeling like a knife driving through your foot with every step? Then this article is for you. Plantar fasciitis affects approximately 2 million people per year and has long been known as a painful and tricky injury to treat. Whenever I see a patient for plantar fasciitis, I need to provide a

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Easy Exercise Modifications for Wrist Pain

Is wrist pain cramping your workout style? Then you’ll want to read this.  The wrist is one of those areas that we don’t fully appreciate until something goes wrong.  Then poof! You’re sidelined with a wrist injury. This small but complex area takes a lot of force during your workouts (and everyday life).  Walk away

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11 Signs You’re Wearing Bad Shoes For Your Workout

Are you wearing the best workout shoes for your feet? With 26 bones, 33 joints, and 100+ ligaments, tendons, and muscles combined, the foot provides a stable base and absorbs sensory input for the body to make good decisions about movement. That kind of complexity is precisely why you shouldn’t just slap any old pair

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How To Avoid Shoulder Pain While Working Out

Shoulder pain during exercise is a common and frustrating experience, and shoulder tendonitis is one of the most common injuries that lead to seeking physical therapy. At first glance, you may be tempted to just “work through the pain,” but in the long run, that approach can lead to more severe problems that take longer

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