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What Causes Headaches? Intro to Postural Headaches (and Neck Pain)

May 26, 2017

So there you are, going about your day, when you start to notice a little bit of tension building at the base of your skull.

“It’s no big deal” you tell yourself… “it should go away soon”…

But as the day wears on, the tension starts to build, and before you know it the pain has spread up the back of your skull and has reached your forehead.

Finally you admit defeat… you’ve got another headache!

What went wrong? Is there something you could’ve done to avoid yet another headache?

May 2017 Newsletter

May 24, 2017

Welcome to our May 2017 Gordon PT newsletter!
This edition is packed with fun and useful information:
Pg. 1: It’s Time for Renewal & Growth!
Pg. 2: Local Biz Spotlight: Boots Bakery
Pg. 3: Farmers’ Markets are Back!
Pg. 4: Can IBS be Controlled w/ Diet?
The downloadable link for the digital version of the newsletter is below:

Stephanie’s Cranberry Breakfast Bars (Paleo)

May 24, 2017

Stephanie will be the first person to admit that eating a healthy breakfast can be really tricky at times…
This is especially true when you’re in a hurry in the morning and don’t feel like frying up bacon and eggs (sounds lovely, though…)
So if you’re looking for a simple, nutritious and convenient on-the-go breakfast solution, this recipe should be right up your alley!

How Heel Pain Causes Hip & Knee Pain

May 19, 2017

Let me tell you a quick story about a gal who recently came to see me for her left knee pain…
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Moriah started experiencing pain on the outside of her left knee about 3 months ago. When I spoke with her about her knee pain, she told me that it probably had something to do with her new job, which requires her to be on her feet all day and to lift up to 50# at times.
What I didn’t tell you about Moriah is that she’s had 5 previous right ankle surgeries, so I’ve worked with her quite a few times before. Naturally, I asked her how her right ankle was feeling…
“It feels awful, and I can barely walk on it at times” was her response!

Best Taping Technique to Relieve Heel Pain & Instantly (Plantar Fasciitis)

May 12, 2017

If you’ve been following some of my recent blogs about heel pain, you’ve heard me talk all about the various types of heel pain, what causes it, and what you can do about it.
Since heel pain can be tricky to get rid of at times, successful treatment often requires a combined approach, including a mix of the following:
• Stretches
• Proper footwear
• Hands-on therapy
• Custom orthotics
• Night splints
Up until now, I really haven’t talked about one additional component: taping.