Shin Splints and How to Beat Them
If you’ve ever had a burning pain in your shins forcing you to cut a run short or take a break from your workout, chances are you have encountered shin splints. Shin splints are painful and can show up at the most inopportune times affecting runners and other highly...
Winter Safety: Preventing Slips and Falls
As the winter season approaches, it brings with it the beauty of snow-covered landscapes. However, it also poses challenges, especially in terms of safety, with an increased risk of slips and falls due to icy and slippery surfaces. This article explores the role of...
Comprehensive Annual Hand, Wrist, Elbow, and Shoulder Evaluation
An annual comprehensive treatment plan for hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder by an occupational or physical therapist can offer numerous benefits for individuals experiencing musculoskeletal issues or injuries in these areas. Here are some potential advantages:...
Tips for Avoiding Injury During the Summer Months: A Guide for Physical Therapy Patients
It is HOT here in Northern Idaho it's essential for individuals undergoing physical therapy to be mindful of potential risks and take necessary precautions to avoid injuries. Whether you're recovering from an injury or managing a chronic condition, these tips will...
5 Exercises to Improve Posture and Reduce Neck and Back Pain
With summer upon us, we want to be ready & healthy to get outdoors and enjoy all it has to offer! Maintaining good posture is crucial for overall musculoskeletal health and can help alleviate common issues like neck and back pain. In this article, we will explore...
Organic Painkiller
When you suffer from pain whether it was caused by joint or muscle pain you are aware of how debilitating it can be. When it occurs life can be tough living with the pain. The pain attacks the hips, knees, and hands it can impair and even limit your movements and in...
Relief from Pain and Stiffness using Yoga Based Therapy
The practice of yoga makes the body strong and flexible, it also improves the functioning of the respiratory, circulatory, digestive, and hormonal systems. Yoga, when done correctly can ease pain & stiffness. Yoga is a fantastic way to tone and condition the body...
Fall Prevention for the Elderly: A Guide by an Occupational Therapist
Falls are a major concern for older adults, as they can lead to serious injuries and even death. The good news is that falls are preventable with the right precautions and interventions. Here are some tips to help keep you or your loved ones safe.
How Does Pain Affect Your Life?
What are you unable to do? What do you want to do again, but pain holds you back? Is it taking your dog on a walk, sweeping the kitchen floor, sleeping through the night, or being able to simply hug your child? Ask yourself, “How much longer do I want to wait to find a solution that gets to the root of my problem?”
Covid-19/ Long Haulers Syndrome – Therapy can help!
“Personally, I have been affected by this thus I became certified so that I could assist others through this journey! ” Mindy Murray, OTR/L