Physical Therapist, Dr. Lola Omishore, explains knee arthritis, the most common form of osteoarthritis among runners, and provides five useful tips in preventing the condition from getting worse and managing pain. Running with Knee Arthritis Osteoarthritis (OA), or simply arthritis, is known as the degeneration of articular cartilage within a specific joint. In the runner’s […]
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Licensed Massage Therapist, Amy Montia, explains Physio Logic’s unique approach to Massage Therapy, the variety of different techniques used, and the benefits of having manual therapy added to your treatment plan. Massage Therapy is part of patient rehabilitation and wellness at Physio Logic. Our goal is to help you feel less pain and discomfort, and
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Physical Therapist, Dr. Erin Weber, explains the conditions associated with pelvic dysfunction and how the Physical Therapy team at Physio Logic use Pelvic Floor Exercises to treat these types of conditions. Pelvic floor physical therapy involves the treatment of pelvic dysfunctions through rehabilitation of the many muscles, ligaments and nerves within the pelvis. These conditions
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Physio Logic’s Chiropactor, Dr. Mike Distler, demonstrates Active Release Technique (ART) on three different leg muscles, commonly injured by runners. Active Release Technique is used extensively by our chiropractors to treat injuries and conditions such as patellofemoral pain syndrome, iliotibial band friction syndrome, medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints), achilles tendinitis, and plantar fasciitis. Active Release
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Acupuncturist & Chiropractor, Dr. Allison Heffron, explains the role the Spleen plays in digestion and nutrient intake, and shares some advice about which foods help support its health and function. What does the Spleen do? Summer weather seems to have lasted an eternity, but cooler months are finally here. The days of watermelon, crisp salads,
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Using running shoes without the right “fit” for your foot can seriously affect your performance and in some cases, lead to serious injury. Physical Therapist, Dr. Sarah Whiteside, DPT, PT shares some advice on picking the right running shoes. Appropriate footwear is key to preventing injuries of the feet, ankles, knees, hips and even the lower
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Pilates instructor Kim Mondo points out the connection between pain and imbalances in our body systems, and explains how Pilates can restore balance and reduce pain “The Way of Nature is to keep moving, and allow no piling up” – Lao Tzu You can pile up pain and stress, or you could pile up the
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Chiropractor, Dr. Ken Brassington, explains the two most common causes for disc herniations and how the chiropractic team at Physio Logic uses Flexion Distraction Decompression to treat this kind of injury. What is Flexion Distraction Decompression? Flexion Distraction Decompression is a therapeutic technique used to treat people with a variety of pain syndromes that have
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Physio Logic’s Chiropractor & Acupuncturist, Dr. Allison Heffron, shares some effective exercises to help strengthen important muscle groups related to hip stability. Practicing these exercises frequently will prevent injury and improve overall balance. IMPORTANT NOTE: Although these are being demonstrated and instructed it is not advised to perform these unless you have been prescribed these
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Physical therapist, Dr. Klaus Dobra, PT, DPT, CSCS, discusses the structure of the cervical spine and suggests exercises you can use to avoid neck pain. In order to understand the importance of treating cervical pain, it is important to first understand the anatomy, etiology, and epidemiology of the condition. ‘[Cervical] pain is the fourth
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Physio Logic’s Head Chiropractor, Dr. Stephen Szaro, explains how lateral epicondylitis, more commonly known as “tennis elbow,” is caused and how a combination of FAKTR and Kinesio Taping is used to treat it. Lateral Epicondylitis, more commonly known as “Tennis Elbow,” is an irritation of the tissue connecting the forearm muscle to the elbow. A
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Acupuncturist & Chiropractor, Dr. Allison Heffron, explains the causes of elbow pain and the benefits of using acupuncture to relieve pain during physical rehab treatment. You play golf and your elbow acts up. You play tennis and your elbow acts up. You may even be doing push-ups and, oddly, your elbow acts up. Why? You
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