As a beginner, diving into the world of cycling can be both exciting and daunting. It is essential to ensure you not only have safe equipment, but that you also are physically prepared.
Physical therapists often see cyclists with back pain and leg or knee pain. While we can get to the root of the problem and create a plan for recovery and to avoid recurrence, following these tips can help you avoid the pain altogether!
While Kristen Dunlay is passionate about her ability to positively impact other people’s lives, she never loses sight of the things that she loves outside of the clinic, which happen to mostly be outside.
Having always been drawn to adventure and outdoor recreation — from the mountains to the sea and everywhere in between — Brian appreciates that his role as a PT in Meridian means he gets to help other people get out and enjoy some of the same activities he loves.
Before sliding down the groomers or making perfect off-piste turns, it’s essential to prepare your body for the demands of skiing. Preparing for ski season should start well before the first flakes start flying.
Helping patients overcome pain, recover from an injury, rehabilitate after surgery, improve their balance, strength, and mobility, or increase their athletic performance is at the heart of what inspires the clinic’s staff at Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy – Meridian.
Understanding and addressing pain from a neurological standpoint can be a valuable part of any physical therapy journey, educating patients about what pain is and how it affects them.
When dealing with pelvic floor discomfort, dysfunction or disorder, a pelvic health physical therapist can help you regain physical function, alleviate pain and improve your quality of life.
In many instances, the best way to stay injury-free on a bike is to start working out off the bike. From beginners to experts, there are a few things to focus on that will help keep away those dreaded injuries and post-ride pains.
Prevent overuse injuries while fly fishing with tips on dynamic and static stretches for neck, shoulders, elbows, and wrists. Stay pain-free and enjoy more days on the water!
Learn how to safely gear up for winter hikes and discover how PT can help you build strength and improve balance to prevent injuries, so you can enjoy the season to the fullest.
Learn to prevent torso injuries in youth football with essential techniques, core strengthening, proper gear, and injury awareness to keep young athletes safe.
Discover how pelvic floor PT can address urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, bowel issues, and other dysfunction, enhancing your comfort, mobility, and overall health.
Whether it’s raking leaves, pruning trees, or getting the garden ready for colder weather, fall cleanup can be physically demanding. Follow these tips to keep yourself safe and injury-free while tackling your fall to-do list.
While specializing in one sport can help athletes hone their skills, it also comes with risks. PT can play a crucial role in keeping our young athletes healthy, balanced, and fit.
