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Can Physical Therapy Help You Recover From a Fracture?
Identifying sports-related fractures and how physical therapy is the answer!
Fractures are painful injuries that are often the result of a sports-related accident. Although the bones in our body are strong and resilient, fractures are common injuries that are often the result of sports-related incidents.
Physical therapists are rehabilitation experts who are licensed to treat post-fracture symptoms. Rather than dealing with the pain or letting a fracture heal on its own, you can rely on our physical therapists at The Fitness LAB and get back to your athletic performance in no time!
Read full blogHow Stretching Can Improve Your Overall Health
Did you know that some minor physical movements can significantly impact your overall health, wellness, and quality of life? If you’re wondering whether you should start stretching, the answer is an unequivocal yes.
Stretching exercises are a common component of physical therapy. You might be surprised at how many ways stretches can help you, especially when they are done correctly.
If you want to unlock a personalized stretching program designed just for you, contact The Fitness LAB today to schedule an appointment.
Read full blogHow Physical Therapy Can Help Treat Weightlifting Injuries
Recovery can be challenging, but we’ll have you back to beating those PRs in no time!
Were you going hard in the gym, trying to beat your personal best–only for a sharp, shooting pain to suddenly radiate through your back, shoulder, and knee? Injuries happen, even if you try to use perfect form every time. Fortunately, the physical therapists at The Fitness LAB can help get you back in the weight room.
Read full blogHere’s Exactly How to Prevent Sports-Related Injuries
Common sports injuries and steps you can take to prevent them
Are you currently a practicing athlete? Have you experienced a sports injury that’s inhibiting your performance? Injury prevention is essential so that athletes can maintain their strength, endurance, and full potential in order to reach peak performance. Many athletes aren’t aware of the importance of repercussions behind injury prevention.
Fortunately, at The Fitness LAB, we have athletes’ best interests in mind and can train our patients to prevent injuries as well as treat any current conditions.
Read full blogDo You Suffer From Flat Feet? Physical Therapy Can Help You Feel Better!
Do you have flat feet? Flat feet can be hereditary or occur as a result of an individual’s age or weight. If left untreated, they can lead to a variety of severe health issues.
A physical therapist can treat and recommend simple lifestyle changes such as muscle lengthening and strengthening activities, arch-lifting shoes and insoles, and posture-building exercises to engage and strengthen the feet, legs, and core.
Those who have flat feet should consult with a physical therapist to determine the best treatment options for relieving pain and improving body mechanics.
Read full blogDo You Want To Lose Weight? Interval Training Can Help You Get There!
Exercising at a constant rate simply doesn’t produce the same results as interval training. Many people work out for an hour or more every day, several days a week, with little to show for it.
While interval training has been around for a while, it has recently received a lot of attention for its ability to increase fat loss.
Do you want to better understand what interval training is, why it works, and how you can incorporate it into your favorite exercise routine?
Read full blogConcussion From a Sports Injury
Recovering from a sports-related concussion with physical therapy
Are you currently a practicing athlete? Have you recently been diagnosed with a concussion? If so, chances are you’ve been experiencing uncomfortable symptoms that are starting to interfere with your daily life. And while concussions can take you out of the game fast, there’s a quicker way to recover! At The Fitness LAB, our licensed physical therapists treat post-concussion pain and restore healthy functions so you can safely return to athletics.
Read full blogHow Does Physical Therapy Help In Preventing Cycling Injuries?
Are you tired of dealing with knee pain every time you go out for a ride on your cycle? Have you tried adjusting the fit of your bike but still have pain? At The Fitness LAB, our physical therapists have proven success treating cyclists and can help ensure a proper fit on the saddle.
Whether you are new to cycling or have been riding for years, injuries can interfere with your enjoyment of getting on your bike and going for a ride.
Read full blog5 Common Sports Injuries and How Physical Therapy Can Help
Understanding sports-related injuries and why physical therapy is the answer
Have you recently experienced a sports injury? Is your performance suffering because of persistent pain? Our The Fitness LAB physical therapists have proven results in helping athletes recover after injury and return safely to training and competition!
Millions of children, teenagers, and adults endure sports-related injuries each year. Although serious injuries are rare, some injuries can cause long-term effects if untreated.
Read full blogHow Runners Can Resolve Plantar Fasciitis With Physical Therapy
Are you a runner dealing with a bad case of plantar fasciitis? If you need clarification about resolving it, our The Fitness LAB physical therapists can help. Our sports physical therapists understand that results matter for any runner. We’ll get to the root cause(s) of your issues and get back running pain-free!
Plantar fasciitis is often an excruciating condition that makes walking more than a few steps a struggle and running impossible. It’s common with all types of runners, whether elite or novice and accounts for up to 10 percent of all running injuries yearly.
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