New at Bon Secours Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy Boosts Patient Recovery
Many older patients seeking physical therapy services are recovering from joint surgery, foot and ankle injuries or bad falls. For these clients, recovery from aches and pains can be slow and difficult – that’s where physical therapy can make a difference. Trained physical therapists will ask patients about their activity level before their injury and […]READ MORE
How Physical Therapy Can Help Your Health
One of the most common misconceptions about physical therapy is that it is only suited for those who are recovering from an serious injury. While physical therapy is an integral part of rehabilitation and recovery, it is also highly effective at helping those suffering from less dramatic aches and pains. Physical therapy is a wonderful […]READ MORE
The Biggest Loser: Reality Motivates Weight Loss
Losing weight requires motivation and commitment. Sometimes, it takes a health crisis or a wake up call. Whether it’s knowing how much you weigh or whether the extra pounds are leading to diabetes, taking responsibility for your health can be the first step on your weight loss journey. On The Biggest Loser show, that moment […]READ MORE
Free Athletic Injury Screenings
Studies show that playing on an injury can have disastrous results, for instance untreated knee pain or strained muscles can lead to joint issues and torn ligaments. While many athletes often accept aches and pains as part of their training regimen continuing to train despite persistent pain can result in serious injury. Athletes should never […]READ MORE
Experts In Motion – Meet Quintrel Lenore!
We would like to welcome and announce Quintrel Lenore, our new Sports Performance Coordinator at our In Motion Clinic at the Boo Williams Sportsplex! Q has been with us for 6 months and has recently accepted the position as our new Sports Performance Coordinator. He has his BS in Exercise Science from James Madison University […]READ MORE
3 Tips to Avoid Lower Back Pain at Your Desk
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
Dumping Old Clothes and Body Image Issues, Too
One of the best feelings when you’re losing weight is when you pull on a pair of jeans that used to be tight and they fall right off of you. Maybe you wear them with a belt. But when they get so big that even a belt won’t do, it’s time to give them away. […]READ MORE
Making Room in Your Closet for a Smaller You
One of the best feelings when you’re losing weight is when you pull on a pair of jeans that used to be tight and they fall right off your hips. Maybe you try to wear them with a belt. But when they get so big that even a belt won’t work, it’s time to donate […]READ MORE
Treating Joint Pain Without Medication
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
The Biggest Loser Still Draws Viewers
Did you watch The Biggest Loser this week? It’s back again – for its 12th season. You have to wonder why this show is still compelling. It’s pretty much the same each season. People struggling with obesity exercise for hours on end, learn how to carefully choose nutritious foods and portions and ultimately lose a […]READ MORE