Staying Healthy and Active….even when you’re busy! It seems like every time I talking with someone lately, they have 1 million and 1 things going on during the month of May. Between graduations, kids finishing up the school year, summer vacations and work obligations, people seem busier than they have been in quite a while. … Read more
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Home Exercises There is a common misconception that 100% of your physical rehabilitation occurs INSIDE the clinic. This could not be farther from the truth. We would argue that LESS THAN HALF of the healing occurs in the clinic while the other amount occurs outside the walls … Read more
“Why It’s More Important Than Ever To Grow Your Friend Circle And Boost Your Health After 40” It is known that more than 50% of Americans over the age of 40 are at risk for serious medical conditions like stroke and heart disease. We also know that meaningful relationships are one of the key indicators … Read more
How To Fest At Your Best…5 Tips For Beating Knee Pain This Festival Season! The yellow and black flags are starting to fly, signifying the start of yet another glorious festival season in Louisiana! Two of our biggest fests happen this month – French Quarter Fest and Jazz Fest and we want to help you … Read more
Is A Walking Program Right For Me? We have long been told that we have to “feel” exercise in order for it to be productive. This myth leads one to believe that pain and soreness after an activity is a sign of strength gained, or progress made. To some, walking appears to be too easy … Read more
Wellness Planning – Why is it that important?? In the clinic, we talk with our patients a lot about the importance of life long health and wellness. Most of the time, by the time they see us as a patient, they may have stopped their favorite activities such as playing tennis and taking their evening … Read more
How Can Physical Therapy Help A Torn Rotator Cuff?? Shoulder pain is the second most common reason people seek out the help of a physical therapist. When it strikes, shoulder pain can be extremely uncomfortable making it difficult to dress yourself, reach up overhead, and sleep comfortably. The shoulder is one of the more complex … Read more
“Don’t Let Your Bladder Blow Your Mardi Gras!” First, we would like to extend a very enthusiastic “Happy Mardi Gras!” to kick off this month’s newsletter article! Not everyone loves Carnival, but it definitely helps me kick the “post-Christmas” blues. I get the biggest thrill walking into Winn-Dixie the week after Christmas and seeing a … Read more
Best Tips for Avoiding Back Pain in 2023 With the holiday season ‘wrapping up’, many of us will have decorations, trees, and gifts to pick up and organize. During this time it is important to be conscious of moving boxes and bags in a way that not only keeps your valuables safe but your back … Read more
“Will I Have To Do These Exercises FOREVER?” This is one of the more popular questions I’m asked by patients. While it may sound like a surface-level question, there is usually an undertone of concern, worry, or fear – but why? It could be that people just want to know if they are going to … Read more
