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One of the most common ailments physical therapists hear about is lower back pain. There can be a variety of causes of lower back pain, including a traumatic injury or improper lifting technique. However, the most common cause of lower back pain has to do with inactivity. For many Americans, an office job sitting at […]READ MORE

For the millions of Americans who suffer from musculoskeletal pain, physical therapy can have a long term effect on alleviating discomfort and restoring movement. Visiting a physical therapist for conditions like low back pain, tendonitis, bursitis, degenerative joint disease, osteoporosis, and arthritis can, in some cases, be as effective as prescription pain medication. For those […]READ MORE

Trying to lose a few extra pounds? Want to gain strength, speed, or endurance? Looking for a challenge? Sign-up for our Boot Camp! Every Saturday morning, our trainers will put you through a full-body workout to help you reach your fitness goals. The program will help you: Improve strength through resistance training with a variety […]READ MORE

Every year over 1 million athletes are treated for traumatic brain injury. Athletes who play contact sports are especially at risk for these injuries, as are those ages 5-18, who account for 65 percent of all brain injuries in the emergency room. Sometimes, concussions can be difficult to diagnose. Some symptoms may appear right away, […]READ MORE

Our Football Combine Preparation program was designed to optimize an athlete’s performance during combine testing. A player’s athletic performance at a Combine testing event goes far beyond functional skills on the field; it is dependent upon a specific conditioning program that targets strength, speed, and agility. In Motion’s program is a 4 to 8 week […]READ MORE

When it comes to shoes, men and women are both guilty of picking kicks that are hard on their feet and their overall wellness. If you’re struggling with foot, toe, heel, or knee pain, the root cause may be right under your nose – or rather, your toes. Here are 8 tips for footwear that […]READ MORE

While the initial pain of a muscle spasm may be similar to that of a muscle tear, the treatment for each injury is vastly different. A muscle spasm or cramp is the body’s protective response to overuse. For instance, a spasm may alert a runner that they are overworking their back muscles and prevent more […]READ MORE

Osteoporosis and brittle bones can be a big risk to older women. Women are more likely to lose bone density as they age, which results in brittle bones more at risk for fractures. Physicians used to think that medication was the most effective treatment for osteoporosis, but new research has shown that physical therapy designed […]READ MORE

Working in an office may not seem like a risky endeavor, but a poorly fitted desk or poorly positioned keyboard can put even the most sedentary employee at risk of developing some painful conditions, like pinched nerves and carpal tunnel syndrome. One of the simplest ergonomic adjustments an office worker can make to help avoid […]READ MORE

For many women, pregnancy is as full of discomfort and pain as joy and excitement. As baby grows, additional weight and increased stress can put extra demand on a mother’s body posture. An expectant woman’s changing center of gravity can also affect their posture and place additional strain on fatigued muscles – particularly in the […]READ MORE