Common Ski Injuries and Tips to Stay Safe on the Slopes
Winter is here and snow has finally started to fall, which means many of us are anxious to hit the slopes. Whether you love to ski, snowboard, or tube, it's important to be aware of common injuries on the slopes and [...]
6 Exercises to Prepare You to Hit the Ski Slopes
Downhill skiing is a great form of exercise that challenges your legs, core, balance, and cardiovascular endurance. Being on the mountain is also a great way to enjoy the winter months and stay active. For most of us, the start of ski [...]
When the Weather Gets Cold, Make These Changes to Your Warm Up
Colder weather means some changes to how we exercise. Of course, it's harder to motivate yourself to get outside for a run or bike ride when the temperature drops, and the shorter days compress our schedules, but there are [...]
Do You Know Why You Have Back Pain? Here’s How You Can Find Out
Is the source of your low back pain a mystery? You’re not alone: Nine out of 10 patients don't know the primary cause of their back pain. The problem is that most people seek treatment after they’ve begun exhibiting symptoms of back pain. While [...]
3 Reasons Injuries Are Kept Secret and Why They Shouldn’t Be
Physical therapists are experts in dealing with injuries, but your PT can't help if they don't know about your injury! You might be wondering who would keep an injury secret. The answer is - lots of people. The first thing that comes to [...]
Is it possible to decrease your risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease?
What is Alzheimer’s Disease (or AD)? "Alzheimer’s is a degenerative brain disease that is caused by complex brain changes following cell damage. It leads to dementia symptoms that gradually worsen over time. The most common early symptom of Alzheimer’s is trouble [...]
What Physical Therapy Can Do For Arthritis
What is "Arthritis?" Arthritis is a chronic condition that causes inflammation of the joints. It can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling. The hips, knees, hands, and spine are the most commonly affected joints. Arthritis is not a single disease but an [...]
Is Your Child’s Backpack Making The Grade? 3 Ways To Ensure It is
An overloaded or improperly fit backpack can cause back problems for growing children. A study led by Shelley Goodgold, PT found that 55% of children surveyed carried backpack loads heavier than the recommended 15% of their body weight. Also, 1/3 of the children reported [...]
4 Exercises to Prevent ACL Injuries
The new season for many sports is upon us for high school and college students across the country…and unfortunately so are knee injuries. A study in 2016 showed the highest risk sports for Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears for both males and [...]
7 Tips To Avoid Injuries While Tackling Summer Projects
In Central New York, Spring and summer are some of the best times of the year. When we have clear skies and the sun is finally shining, we are all chomping at the bit to get outside and spruce things up in [...]