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How to Manage Plantar Fasciitis: Common Causes & Symptoms

  If you’ve ever taken your first step in the morning only to feel a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel, you might be dealing with plantar fasciitis. This common foot condition affects millions of people each year and can become chronic if not addressed early. With the right stretches, strengthening, and physical therapy interventions, […]

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What is the Iliotibial (IT) Band? Importance & Common Injuries

  If you’re a runner, cyclist, or someone who’s just started a new workout routine, you might have heard of the Iliotibial Band (ITB) – often mentioned in the same breath as tightness, pain, or foam rolling. But what exactly is the IT band, and why does it matter?   What is the Iliotibial (IT) […]

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Best Yoga Poses for Lower back Pain

  Lower back pain affects millions of people and can seriously limit how you move, feel, and function each day. Whether it comes on suddenly or develops gradually, it can become a recurring issue without proper support or intervention.   Yoga has become a trusted and effective approach to managing and preventing lower back pain. […]

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Hamstrings

Why You Need to Strengthen Your Hamstrings

  When it comes to lower body workouts, people tend to focus on strengthening their glutes, quads, and calves. But often, the key to moving better, feeling stronger, and avoiding injury is to strengthen your hamstrings. These powerful muscles at the back of your thighs play a crucial role in nearly every lower-body movement — […]

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How Yoga and Physical Therapy Work Together To Support Recovery

Yoga and physical therapy are two powerful tools that, when combined, can support pain relief, recovery, and overall well-being. While each approach has its own methods and philosophies, they share a common goal: helping people move better and feel better. Together, they form a well-rounded approach that supports healing through both movement and mindfulness. Why […]

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Hamstrings Sports Physical Therapy

6 Hamstring Exercises Every Runner Should Be Doing

  When most runners think about training, the focus tends to land on building overall endurance or strengthening muscles like the quads or calves, with the hamstrings often being an afterthought. However, these powerful muscles at the back of your thighs are essential for forward propulsion and pelvic stability.    Tight or weak hamstrings can […]

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Pregnancy & Postpartum

Third Trimester Pregnancy Tips For Safe Workouts (Weeks 28–40)

  Staying active during pregnancy is highly beneficial as it can help improve circulation, reduce discomfort like back pain and swelling, and support a quicker postpartum recovery. Between the baby’s growth, postural shifts, and new symptoms that pop up, it’s important to know what to look for and when to start modifying your exercises. These […]

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Osteoporosis Bone Health

Physical Therapy for Osteoporosis: How It Supports Bone Health

  Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them brittle and more susceptible to fractures. This results in low bone density and structural deterioration of bone tissue. Common fracture sites include the hips, spine, and wrists. Risk factors include aging, hormonal changes, a sedentary lifestyle, poor nutrition, and certain medications. It often develops silently […]

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Women's Health Pregnancy & Postpartum

Second Trimester of Pregnancy Considerations (Weeks 14-27)

  The second trimester of pregnancy (weeks 14 to 27) is an exciting time, but it also brings new changes and symptoms. As your body and pregnancy progress, it’s important to monitor factors like your blood pressure, as even a slight elevation can be an early sign of preeclampsia. You should also watch for signs […]

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Injury Prevention & Recovery Exercise & Fitness Tips Hamstrings

How to Avoid Hamstring Injuries: Tips for Prevention

  Hamstring strains, or “pulled hamstrings,” are common injuries that can happen for a variety of reasons, such as when they get overstretched or overexerted during high-intensity movements like sprinting, jumping, or sudden stops. Poor flexibility, muscle imbalances, or inadequate warm-ups can also increase the risk of strain. While athletes are more likely to experience […]