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You wouldn’t hike Everest in sandals! If you want to succeed in your journey along the path of optimal health, then you need the proper equipment to get you there. Our education and blog section help provide you with the tools to reach your goals.

By Dan Wheeler 16 May, 2023
If you’ve never visited a physical therapist before, you probably have a lot of questions about the benefits of physical therapy, what to expect, and how to prepare for your first physical therapy session. Most physical therapists begin with an initial physical therapy evaluation, where they will get to know you, find out why you’re […]
By Dan Wheeler 16 Apr, 2023
Dry needling is an innovative, minimally invasive treatment method used by physical therapists, chiropractors, physicians, and other medical specialists. It is called dry needling to differentiate it from wet needling. In wet needling, hollow needles are used to deliver medication during treatment. Dry needling treatment uses solid, filiform needles that don’t contain medication.  During dry […]
By Dan Wheeler 16 Mar, 2023
When you visit a physical therapist for the first time, you may not know what to expect or what will be expected of you. Your physical therapy treatment will only work if you are open and receptive to following your physical therapist’s advice, and if you keep coming back to each session with a good […]
By Dan Wheeler 16 Feb, 2023
When you do the same action, motion, or exercise day in and day out, it can take a toll on your body. Repetitive strain injuries (also referred to as repetitive stress injuries) occur when your muscles, ligaments, nerves, or tendons are strained from repeated stress or motion. While repetitive strain injuries aren’t life-threatening, they can […]
By Dan Wheeler 16 Jan, 2023
If you have stiff joints, mobility issues, loss of range of motion, or other side effects of injury, surgery, or illness, a physical therapist can help. A physical therapist can provide education and instruction that will help restore mobility and range of motion, making everyday tasks and physical activity progressively easier. But what about telehealth […]
By Dan Wheeler 16 Dec, 2022
Your primary care physician may recommend that you visit a physical therapist post-accident, surgery, or illness if your mobility, flexibility, and range of motion have been affected. A physical therapist is a medical specialist who has undergone years of education and training to help people who are injured manage pain, improve mobility, and restore range […]
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