Health Blog Category: Health
Improving Athletic Performance with Trigger Point Therapy
What are trigger points, and how do they affect your performance?
Do you have tight, painful knots that interfere with your athletic performance? Have you noticed that your range of motion is restricted by this ongoing pain? Trigger point therapy is a unique type of treatment that works by applying pressure to knotted areas, also known as trigger points, on the body. This form of therapy alleviates pain, improves muscular imbalances, and encourages inner healing.
Read full blogUnlock the Health Benefits of Anti-Gravity Treadmills
Have you heard of antigravity treadmills? The future has arrived! This technology’s innovative approach is proving extremely impactful in a wide range of use cases, from competitive distance runners with intricate training plans to those recovering from an injury or surgery.
Alter G’s amazing antigravity treadmill offers a way to simulate gravity reduction and its effects on the body without requiring a shuttle into space.
Give The Fitness LAB a call today to learn more about this incredible technology and whether it could help you in your fitness journey!
Read full blogCan 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.
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