The Science of Aging Part 1

Posted August 8, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

Our population is living longer than ever before, and the ideas of “aging gracefully” and “longevity” have become greater concerns. It’s normal to want to look good and stay healthy as we get older, and so it’s important that we understand the science behind aging and what we can do about it.

Preparing Your Body for Summer Part III: Slow Progression

Posted July 25, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

Learn some techniques to prepare your body for summer in Part III of this three part series.

Preparing Your Body for Summer Part II: Gradual Exposure

Posted July 11, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

Learn some techniques to prepare your body for summer in Part II of this three part series.

Preparing Your Body for Summer Part I: Practice Similar Exercises in Advance

Posted June 27, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

With summer comes a multitude of activities, from outdoor sports and gardening to beach vacations and long hikes, but engaging in these activities requires a certain level of physical fitness and stamina. If you want to participate in summer activities with ease and reduce the risk of injuries, it's crucial to prepare your body in advance. Learn some techniques to prepare your body for summer in Part I of this three part series.

 

Models of Clinical Reasoning

Posted June 13, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

When it comes to physical therapy, there are many different methods/systems of assessment and treatment of patients. Naturally, each method has its unique advantages and disadvantages, so it’s valuable to be familiar with multiple different thought processes.

Case Study

Posted May 30, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

Individuals experiencing pain often seek out care from multiple practitioners and try a number of conservative management techniques, but the best way to ensure their pain is treated properly and effectively is through a thorough examination. And in this case of a young woman experiencing pain around her shoulder blade, our very specific, targeted intervention was able to resolve the issue, so the client could get back to comfortably living her normal daily life.

Avoid Surgery with Physical Therapy

Posted May 16, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

While there are some circumstances where surgical intervention is appropriate, many can—and should—be treated through alternative methods like physical therapy.

How Elite PT Tackles Low Back Pain

Posted April 13, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

Low back pain is one of the most common medical conditions with roughly 80% of adults experiencing some form of low back pain in their lifetime with a high chance of recurrence. Thankfully, for a vast majority of those individuals, the pain self resolves. But for many that pain can persist and really start to negatively impact their daily lives.

The Four Stages of Rehabilitation

Posted March 14, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

While there’s no end all be all way that works for everyone when it comes to the management and treatment of pain, at Elite PT we generally focus on four stages of rehabilitation—relief, recovery, return, and performance.

Understanding Low Back Pain and Sciatica

Posted February 16, 2023 | Health & Wellness Blog

When it comes to low back back—as with most ailments—understanding your condition as well as its causes are crucial to the recovery process.

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