In the world of physical therapy, there’s a crucial distinction between being proactive and reacting in treatments. While both approaches have their place, understanding the power of proactivity can significantly enhance your recovery journey. Understanding Proactive vs Reactive approach - Proactive physical therapy involves taking preemptive measures to prevent injuries, manage conditions, and optimize overall … Continue reading The Power of Proactivity: Why being proactive in physical therapy matters→
With the CrossFit open quickly approaching, many interested parties may be wondering what workouts will be prescribed or how to best train for the upcoming event. The Key to the CrossFit open is simple: throughout these next month, incorporate variability into your exercise routine can be a game-changer. Beyond the physical benefits of ‘keeping the … Continue reading The Key to the CrossFit Open→
Within the world of healthcare, too often there is an emphasis on the diagnosis and treating an individual as a “patient” rather than a person. While a diagnosis may lead to the proper course of treatment the human aspect of patient-centered care is lost in this approach. This is why we emphasize the importance and … Continue reading Pain, Diagnosis, and a Healthcare Ally→
In its most simplified definition, CrossFit is constantly varied, high-intensity functional movements. While the benefits of CrossFit are many, it does not come without its fair share of physical challenges. CrossFit paired with physical therapy is something that cannot be overlooked as one begins (or looks to extend) their fitness journey! CrossFit is known for … Continue reading CrossFit paired with Physical Therapy→
Have you ever heard someone say their “hips are out of place” or their “neck needs to be adjusted”? What does this mean…and when we go to a trained healthcare provider to get a spinal manipulation or HVLAT are we actually re-aligning bones? The short answer…no. While we may hear or feel a “crack” or … Continue reading Cracks, Pops and Bone Re-alignment→
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but we are getting to THAT time of year again. Yes, I am talking about the shorter days, wind & eventual snow. As we transition into winter months here in South Dakota there tends to be an uptick in the ‘seasonal blues’, which is better known … Continue reading Exercise effects on depression, anxiety & distress→
The cervical spine is designed to serve a multitude of unique biomechanical functions. Aside from supporting the head on the body, it acts as a ‘shock absorber’ for the internal neural structures (brain & spinal cord). Its various foramen allows for passage of various nerves to travel distally to all parts of the extremities. To … Continue reading The Negative Effects of Forward Head Posture→
For those individuals who live an active lifestyle and fitness is a part of daily life, injuries are ultimately inevitable. While experiencing an injury may be a frustrating and/or debilitating time, it does not mean the active lifestyle needs to stop. In fact, research has shown that a more ‘progressive recovery’ is more beneficial than … Continue reading How to modify an exercise when you’re experiencing pain→
When was the last time you looked in the mirror and were impressed by your ‘double chin’? If I had to take a guess, the answer is probably never! BUT…what if I told you how well & how long you can hold this ‘double chin’ position (for those who are familiar, the ‘chin tuck’) may … Continue reading Your double chin… why it matters!→
Many athletic movements, such as running, jumping, and cutting are inherently unstable and require neuromuscular control to maintain stability and improve performance. A system with poor neuromuscular stability cannot be controlled properly and at some point, will become unstable. Consequently, impaired ‘core’ proprioception may lead to impaired neuromuscular control of the hips, which in turn … Continue reading The Importance of Jump Training to Prevent Knee Injury→
