Physical Therapy

Pain. Stiffness. Discomfort. These are the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. But in today’s world, arthritic patients can improve their mobility and strength with physical therapy treatment programs. In fact, a new study shows that people who have rheumatoid arthritis – yet believe in their ability to achieve physical activity goals – are more likely to […]READ MORE

The lymphatic system collects excess fluids from the body tissues. Lymphedema occurs when the normal drainage of fluid is disrupted by a blockage or a cut in the lymph nodes in the groin area or the armpit. While lymphedema can be inherited, more often it’s the result of blockages caused by infection, cancer, and scar […]READ MORE

Gone are the days when people with rheumatoid arthritis had to resign themselves to living with pain, stiffness and discomfort. In today’s world, arthritic patients can improve their mobility and strength with physical therapy treatment programs. In fact, a new study shows that people who have rheumatoid arthritis – yet believe in their ability to […]READ MORE

National Physical Therapy Month is celebrated each October. At In Motion we’d like to use this even as an opportunity to reach out to consumers and educate them about the unique benefits of physical therapy, which can span from injury prevention to fitness training to rehabilitation following surgery, injury, or prolonged illness. Physical therapists improve […]READ MORE

For men or women, weight training is beneficial. However, many women forgo strength training for cardio based exercise. This is a mistake because the numerous benefits of strength training are particularly important to women’s health as they age,  including: Increased metabolism Improved bone density Better posture Stronger balance and coordination Weight lifting may also prevent […]READ MORE

Recent literature has shown that the prevalence of injury among dancers is extremely high. Achilles tendon ruptures, which regularly occur when an athlete is participating in an activity that requires a high level of acceleration, such as jumping or leaping, are particularly common among high-intensity dancers. Practicing these complicated movements constantly places additional stress on […]READ MORE

Michael French completed his first major running event – Virginia Beach’s Shamrock Marathon—on March 20, 2011 after less than one year of training! “The winds were high, which made it more difficult,” Michael wrote in an email, “but I finished the 26.2 miles in 5 hours and 25 minutes. I am now part of the […]READ MORE

A lack of flexibility can restrict your most basic movements. While flexibility does not prevent muscle injuries there are some major benefits to having properly stretched and flexible muscles: Easier Movement The stronger and more flexible your body is the more easily you can move. For example, if the muscles around your joints are flexible […]READ MORE

If you’re having back pain, your posture may be to blame. A visit to a physical therapist may help diagnose issues with your alignment that are straining or stressing your muscles. Your therapist will give you a list of exercise to do at home in order to help you regain your stance. However, these three […]READ MORE

Bad posture is one of the main reasons why so many millions of Americans suffer from back pain every year. Slumping shoulders and improper alignment could ruin your spinal health and make you more vulnerable to strain and injury. Rounded shoulders and bad form don’t just cause back and neck pain – they also contribute […]READ MORE