August 26, 2010
Cycling is a wonderful activity if we can stay healthy on the bike. During the Fall season, I typically see an increase in bike-related overuse injuries as cyclists attempt to stretch their season. Most late-season injuries, those suffered by females in particular, are preventable and can be lumped into three categories: wrist/hand numbness and pain, knee pain, and saddle discomfort.
A few quick fixes to the bike can help reduce hand and upper extremity discomfort. Hand numbness can often be reduced by double wrapping the top of the handlebars with bar tape and/or wearing gel gloves. Cyclists that spend a lot ...
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Posted in: Events | Sports Medicine
Tags: Bend Physical Therapy | Cycling | Hip | Knee | Low Back
August 23, 2010
Redmond, OR – Therapeutic Associates, Inc. relocated to a NEW facility on July 30, 2010. The new address is 413 Larch Avenue, Ste 102, Redmond, OR, 97756. Karen Walz, PT, MA, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT is the clinic director of this location.
The same caring staff is eager to greet our patients with years of clinical expertise and dedication in our new, bright location. Emphasizing education for the patient community she and her clinicians serve, Karen’s goal in treatment has always been to put patients’ needs first and deliver the upmost quality of care. Hours of operation for the clinic are Monday-Friday ...
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Posted in: Events | News
Tags: Central Oregon Physical Therapy Redmond
Scappoose Physical Therapy will once again be participating in the Scappoose Sauerkraut Festival on September 18th, 2010. Come on down and visit our tent!
Posted in: Events
Tags: Scappoose Physical Therapy
August 17, 2010
Come join our Fall Preview GRAVITY group strength training class thru September.
We will be starting a new 10 week session in October. Call to reserve your spot today!
For more information click here or call our clinic at (425) 272-0252.
Posted in: Events
Tags: Fairwood Physical Therapy
August 10, 2010
What You Should Know Before You Buy
As a physical therapist, I am often asked what types of shoes are the best. This can be a difficult question to address since styles frequently change and manufacturers are constantly redesigning their products. The best advice I can offer is on how to choose the right shoe for you.
First, you need to know your feet:
A low arch (flat foot) will leave a full foot footprint on the ground. Typically these individuals will have a tendency to over pronate, which means your foot tends to roll inward excessively when it hits the ground. If you look at your ...
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Posted in: Education | Events | Sports Medicine
Tags: Hiking | Running & Walking | Valley Physical Therapy South