When To See a Specialist for Sciatica Pain
Do you have sharp, shooting pain that runs down each of your legs? You may be experiencing pain from your sciatic nerve, referred to as “sciatica”. According to researchers at Harvard Health, nearly 40% of people will experience sciatica at some point in their lives. The sciatic nerve is the largest in the human body. […]
Benefits of Massage Therapy for Stress & Anxiety
Everyone experiences stress or anxious thoughts at some moment in their life. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, over 6.8 million adults in the United States are affected by General Anxiety Disorder. Many of these individuals do not know the benefits that massage therapy can have on stress or anxious thoughts. In […]
Daily Posture Tips and Stretches to Combat Work-From-Home Aches and Pains
By Edward Palestro, DPT Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers have implemented some form of a work-from-home model. Children participating in hybrid learning or online learning have also been spending much of their time at a home work station, sitting in front of a screen. While every home office or work set-up […]
5 Ways to Create Healthy Habits as Holiday Season Approaches
By Jennifer Kalinsky, PTA, BS, ACSM EP-C The holidays will be here before we know it. Soon, we’ll be sitting around the table with family and friends, feasting on hearty meals and enjoying delicious desserts. Our schedules will become consumed with holiday shopping, decking the halls and decorating, celebrating family traditions and attending festive activities. […]
5 Tips for a Safe, Healthy Return to Sports
By Jennifer Kalinsky, PTA, BS, ACSM EP-C As athletes gear up and get back to practices and games, it’s important to consider how the increased activity affects their health. Here are five things to keep in mind to ensure a safe and healthy return to sports. Start gradually After an extended period of time not […]
Physical Therapy Helps Woman Get Back to Golfing Without Shoulder Pain
Leslie Coalmer is back out on the golf course this summer, after being out of commission this past year due to a shoulder injury. Thanks to her physical therapy team at Ohio Sports & Spine Institute, she has her swing back. The Austintown woman suffered a shoulder injury and after weeks of struggling with pain […]
Movement at Home Series: For Strengthening Balance
When performed regularly, these exercises may help with improving your balance. For all of these exercises, stand close to a stable surface, such as a countertop, for hand support. If you’re able, attempt to balance in these positions without using your hands for stability. If needed, place your fingertips and/or hands on the counter to […]
Movement at Home Series: Exercises for Improving Thoracic Mobility
Whether you experience decreased range of motion with your shoulders or would like to improve your mobility and posture for every day comfort or recreational activities such as golf, here are some movements that may be helpful. OPEN BOOK Lay on your side with your arms straight out and hands pressed together in front of […]
Movement at Home Series: Exercises for Strong Hip Flexors
Hip flexors may become tight and/or weak, especially when we sit for long periods of time during the day. Whether you’re experiencing hip pain or you’re looking to strengthen your hip flexors to help prevent injuries or soreness, these stretches and exercises may help. STRETCH: PRONE HIP FLEXOR STRETCH Wrap a band or towel around […]
Movement at Home Series: Exercises for Abdominal, Core Strength
These exercises will primarily help strengthen your abdominals and core, while also supporting your spine and decreasing the stress and tension you may experience in your lower back. BENT KNEE FALL OUT While lying on your back with your knees bent, let one of your bent knees slowly fall to the side, while maintaining a […]
