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The Role of Physical Therapy in Post-Injury Recovery

Aug 7, 2023

In the journey of life, we are occasionally met with unexpected twists and turns. One such curveball is an injury, be it a sprain, strain, fracture, or tear.

Concussion Management and Treatment

Aug 3, 2023

While often considered mild, concussions should never be taken lightly, as they can have lasting effects on brain health and overall well-being.

Is Physical Therapy Only For People With Injuries?

Jul 17, 2023

If you think physical therapy is only for individuals recovering from injuries or surgery—you’re not alone.

How to Treat “Stiff Knee Syndrome” (after Total Knee Replacement Surgery)

Jul 14, 2023

In a previous video, I discussed how to avoid developing “Stiff Knee Syndrome” after Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery.

But then this question was asked: “What if I’m already developing Stiff Knee Syndrome after surgery. What should I do then?”

In response to that excellent question, I made this video, which includes 7 pieces of advice:

1). Aggressive stretching
2). Aggressive/skilled manual therapy (including taping techniques)
3). Reduce swelling – lymphedema treatment/compression
4). Aquatic therapy if able
5). Cold water therapy
6). Take your pain medications and natural anti-inflammatories (if able, talk to your doctor and/or pharmacist)
7). Determine early if you need an MUA

Weight Loss Videos #9 (How to Eliminate Cravings!) and #10 (The Importance of Drinking Water)

Jul 7, 2023

If you’re starting a new weight loss program (or a new diet), one of the hardest things you’ll deal with in the first several days is having to manage your cravings for certain foods and drinks.

This is especially true if you’re cutting out a lot of processed foods and sugars (you know, junk food!).

For me, that’s dark chocolate covered almonds, but for you that might be potato chips or a certain sugary soft drink.

Either way, our goal is to not give in to those cravings and ultimately to eliminate them.

In this video, I share several tips to help you manage these cravings, including the following:

– Remove “trigger foods” and drinks from your home
– Drink plenty of water, including lemon water and herbal tea
– Use lots of seasonings with your food
– Drink 1 Zevia per day (if allowed on your program)
– Chew Pur gum (if allowed on your program)