Chronic abdominal pain is responsible for 10% of outpatient medical visits and is four times more common in females. Abdominal pain can be very ambiguous and many of the patients seen in Physical Therapy have had CT scans, MRIs and ultrasounds with no positive findings. Causes of Abdominal Pain Organs can cause abdominal pain which […]
Many people suffer from neck pain, which can come from bad posture, strained muscles, arthritis, or other underlying medical issues. Regular exercise for neck pain is vital for managing and preventing neck pain. Neck exercises can improve the general health of your neck, strengthen the muscles, and improve flexibility. An evaluation by 1st Choice Physical Therapists […]
Is your knee achy or painful, stiff and sore, or weak? 1st Choice Physical Therapists can help you gain knee strength and mobility, decrease pain, and get you back on your feet to enjoy life. The Process After an evaluation is performed to determine any deficits you may have in your knee and lower body, […]
January is a perfect time to start a new fitness journey or improve your overall wellness. Embrace the New Year’s energy to be motivated, inspired, and consistent. Have you considered incorporating Physical Therapy into your program? Physical Therapy is associated with recovery from injuries or surgeries; however, there are numerous benefits of Physical Therapy beyond […]
Give yourself the gift of better health this holiday season. Holidays are a joyous time to spend with family and friends and don’t have to be centered around food. Follow these tips from 1st Choice Physical Therapy to add more movement to your day and healthy food to your plate. Ramp up movement! When shopping, […]
Many people have problems controlling their bladder. If you’re waking up several times at night to urinate, you may have an overactive bladder. Physical Therapy is a non-invasive, safe, and effective method to help regain bladder control without side effects. What is Overactive Bladder The most common symptoms of an overactive bladder include an urgency […]
Fall is a great time to get out in nature. As I sit here planning our fall trip to the Badlands of South Dakota, I’m thinking about the positive physical, mental, and spiritual restoration outcomes of being in nature. Our technology-driven lifestyles have diminished healthy human relationships with natural environments leading to a range of […]
As the 2024 Summer Olympics come to an end, I am always in awe of the grace, athleticism, and precision of the women gymnasts as they perform on the balance beam. Their ability to maintain balance and control on the narrow beam is beyond my imagination. Losing balance often means losing the competition. Just about […]
Summer is upon us and we need to think about how we can continue exercising outdoors without risking illness. Exercising in hot weather puts extra stress on our bodies. We need to consider the air temperature and humidity as well as the exercise we choose on a daily basis to avoid raising our core body […]
