If you’re battling the relentless grip of chronic back pain on a daily basis, you probably feel like you’ve tried everything. Ice packs, heat treatments, and maybe even that massage gun that promised miracles but left you wanting more. You’ve had massages and maybe even seen a chiropractor, yet the relief seems fleeting, if at …
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In the quiet hum of an office or the hushed tones of a classroom, there exists a silent epidemic, a problem that plagues millions and is often accepted as a normal part of our daily lives. It means you can’t concentrate, have to rely on pills to mask the pain, and are unable to enjoy …
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Ergonomics is defined as the study of peoples efficiency in their work environment. What most of us know ergonomics as our ability to have good posture while sitting at a computer or at work. As a Physical Therapist I discuss ergonomics on a daily basis with my patients. One thing that is common with most …
Fall in Utah comes with quite a few headaches. Going back to school is one for many of my patients, as well as for their parents. For some, just the change in seasons brings on allergies that lead to headaches. For others, headaches are a part of every season. Lately, I have been seeing many …
It seems like everywhere we look these days, people are looking for a quick fix. Whether it is with our health or meals, or even relationships…we want everything to happen fast. My son is a great example of this. Being seven years old, he wants everything to happen at lightning speed, and when it doesn’t, …
My name is Bryan Smith, and I’m currently a physical therapy student at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, UT. I’ve had the opportunity to receive part of my education at Align Therapy in Lehi, UT, and let me tell you that this is a great place! You will not find more dedicated …
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I hear so many sayings in Physical Therapy related to pain. See how many of these you have heard. Do you know which ones are correct? “No Pain, No Gain!” “Pain is just weakness leaving the body!” “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger!” (I know its from a song!) “What is the difference between …
Whether training for a race, trying to stay in shape, or just wanting to be healthier, we all have intentions of exercising or being more active. So why is it then, that so many of us fall short when it comes to our goals of being active? I see it all the time when it …
The weather outside is frightful and an injury sure wouldn’t be delightful. Before you’re ready to hit the slopes and enjoy the best snow on earth, here are some helpful tips to help you keep your muscles strong and avoid getting hurt. The first day of cutting up that fresh snow can be quite the …
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Are you suffering from Text Neck? Maybe this is the first time you have heard of it, but Text Neck is becoming more recognized as a problem. As I started writing this post, I looked around the room. The majority of those in the room were looking down at their phones or devices. The makings …
