Do you notice pain and swelling around your ankles after a long day? Your shoes might be responsible for your ankle pain. When you exercise or work, your shoes should provide a stable and supportive platform that aligns your ankles with your body, minimizing strain on your ankle joints, tendons, and muscles. Let’s take a … Read more
This month I’ve started boxing up my sweaters and thermals and have begun planting seedlings for a little salsa garden. Spring is a time of transition. This time of year I usually find myself cleaning out all the winter decor I forgot to take down from Christmas and digging into crawl spaces and top closet … Read more
With more and more people working from home, taking care of your health is as important as ever. On average, 1 in 4 adults struggle with knee pain, and with remote work becoming more popular that number is trending up. So how is working from home causing more knee pain? A huge contributing factor is … Read more
It’s about that time of year when more and more people are beginning to travel again, which means longer lines and crowded airports. In the midst of all travel stress, are you making sure you’re taking care of yourself and staying away from old back pain flare ups? Traveling wears down on your mind and … Read more
Were you diagnosed with scoliosis as a teenager? Were you one of the “lucky few” who got to wear those bulky, hot, and fashionable and trendsetting braces? Maybe some of you had surgery and have since recovered and moved on with your life. Have you wondered, did my scoliosis just disappear from my healthcare provider’s … Read more
Sitting too long can cause pain in your legs and other parts of your body. It’s not just because you’re sitting up straight or have tight muscles, either. Sitting causes blood flow restriction, which leads to swelling around nerve endings, so they get irritated faster than usual, and this is what gives people “sitting disease.” … Read more
In 2015, I decided to open my own practice in Lehi Utah to make specialized treatment in scoliosis more accessible. Until then, scoliosis specific exercise treatment wasn’t available within 250 miles. Since then, I have been asked many times what the difference is, and if all Physical Therapists treat scoliosis. Being a scoliosis specialist, I … Read more
As the holiday season comes to a close, more and more people begin to think about their New Year’s resolutions. Whether starting a healthier diet, trying new hobbies, or traveling more, it is common for people to struggle with sticking with their resolution. One of the most common resolutions people establish is starting a healthier … Read more
As we start experiencing the chilly weather of winter or the hot weather of summer, you’ll need to change your exercise routine to match—especially if you’re fond of outdoor workouts. Monitoring the seasonal changes is essential to building healthy habits and maintaining your fitness level. For more information about how to stay healthy throughout the … Read more
The holidays are often a hectic time. Planning activities, decorating, and buying gifts can take up so much energy that staying active often seems like a far-off dream. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. With a few wellness tips in mind, you can incorporate exercise into your holiday events without needing a certified … Read more
