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Did You Know 1st Choice Offers Dry Needling?
What It Is... Dry needling is a minimally invasive technique used by Physical Therapists. A solid, thin filament needle is inserted into the muscle and connective tissue directly at a myofascial trigger point within the muscle or a neurological point. How It Works... Dry needling enhances the body's ability to heal, which ultimately reduces pain. The use […]
ACL Injury Prevention
Summer is in full swing and with wonderful weather comes increased activity for people of all ages. Unfortunately, more activity can lead to increased injuries, the most dreaded being an ACL tear. The ACL is one of four ligaments in the knee that attaches the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia). The ACL […]
May is Women’s Health Month
May is Women’s Health Month kicking off on May 8th, and we encourage women to prioritize your health. Women have unique health issues from pelvic pain to post-partum and intimacy issues and physical therapy may be an effective option to help you maximize function, minimize pain, and improve overall quality of life. What is Women’s […]
Nasal Release Technique “NRT” Helps Sinus Problems
As April showers bring May flowers and Spring blooms, many people experience sinus problems due to seasonal allergies. Whether you have allergies or chronic sinus problems, your nose and sinuses get inflamed blocking mucus from draining which can cause congestion, pain, pressure, and fatigue. Blockages can also be caused by narrow nasal passages, facial abnormality, a […]
Brain Injury
You can eat healthy during the HOLIDAYS!
Healthy eating is possible during the holidays…by JORDY KIVETT Eating healthy during the holiday season can be difficult, but with a little planning, moderation during celebrations is doable. Many of us have already begun a holiday season full of food. It is really wonderful to have celebrations to attend and have festive cookie platters and […]
Fun Holiday Stress Reducers!
Stress release can come in many forms but thanks to https://www.stressmanagementblog.com here are some fun and funny ways to deal with stress! Holidays are great, but holidays are also great stress producers. That’s why we offer a few funny holiday stress reduction tips. 1. Stress Management Games – Offline A stress management game can boost […]
Are you a candidate for HOLIDAY STRESS?
Take this quiz to find out if you are a candidate to experience stress this season. Instructions: Answer True or False to each of these questions to develop a sense of how you will be impacted by the holidays. Give yourself 1 point for each false statement. I look forward to the holidays with genuine […]
Walk your way to a longer, happier Life!
GETTING FIT ONE STEP AT A TIME Walking, you do it every day. Just putting one foot in front of the other, however, can do more than get you from point A to point B. Done intentionally, walking can transform your obdy and lengthen your life. A brisk 20-minute walk could have significant health benefits. […]