New at Bon Secours Physical Therapy

It’s not hard to drop healthy eating habits around the holidays. Everywhere you go, someone offers you a Christmas cookie or a piece of fudge. Saying no doesn’t seem very polite, does it? It especially becomes tricky when it’s Grandma asking you to indulge in a little sweetness. But you really don’t have to eat […]READ MORE

Complex and rugged our feet are some of the most frequently injured areas of the human body. In many cases, feet and ankle issues can be easily corrected non-surgically with early intervention and simple treatments. Sometimes, the solution is as simple as wearing more comfortable shoes. Below are three of our top tips for keeping […]READ MORE

How often have you weighed yourself on Monday morning only to realize the weight you thought you lost earlier in the week was back on the scale? Every one who is on a weight loss plan has experienced the dreaded weekend effect. For some reason we tend to gain more extra pounds in those two […]READ MORE

Obesity and diabetes statistics are on the risk in the United States. Hundreds of millions of people suffering from both and – as a result – more heart attacks, more strokes, and a shorter life expectancy. We all know that the key to a healthy life is to eat less and exercise more, but how […]READ MORE

I am a lucky girl. I am reminded of this especially during the holidays. I try not to brag about it too much, but my husband cooks. The best part?  He’s really good at it. It’s something he learned when he was a cash-strapped college student. But as you get older and more health conscious, […]READ MORE

I am a lucky girl, especially during the holidays. I try not to brag about it too much, but my husband cooks. The best part is that he’s really good at it. It’s something he learned in college out of financial necessity. But as you get older and more health conscious, you realize that not […]READ MORE

The TMJ is a joint (where two bones connect) where the jaw bone (mandible) connects to the skull. TMJ disorders are most often the result of the teeth, the chewing muscles, and the joint not working together properly. It can also result from disease in the joint itself. Some individuals suffering from this condition hear […]READ MORE

When it comes to urinary incontinence and overactive bladder conditions, behavioral techniques can help you strengthen pelvic muscles and better listen to your physical cues. Physical therapists draw on a variety of resources in treating these conditions including: Kegel Exercises – These exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles that support the pelvic organs. Kegels are […]READ MORE

I can’t help but want to cheer for the underdog. Maybe it’s because it makes winning that much sweeter. Today, I’m rooting for the American public. Perhaps you haven’t heard the latest dire prediction. By 2020, the majority of American adults will either qualify as overweight or obese. Researchers from Northwestern Medicine also predict that […]READ MORE

When you’re struggling with chronic pain, even the simplest day-to-day activities can be a battle. Unsatisfied with medications and wary of surgical options, many chronic pain sufferers are turning to alternative, less invasive therapies to help them manage their chronic pain conditions. Treatments like massage therapy and physical therapy can have a demonstrated effect on […]READ MORE