If you're recovering from an injury, living with a chronic illness, or experiencing pain, you may benefit from seeing a physical therapist. 1st Choice Physical Therapists are movement experts who help people of all ages improve their quality of life through exercise, hands-on care, and education. You do not need a doctor's referral for an evaluation […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
