Most people rarely think about their feet, until something begins to hurt. Yet your entire body rests on two relatively small structures that must support your weight, absorb shock, and help you maintain balance throughout the day. When the structure of the feet changes, it can affect much more than just the feet themselves. Biomechanical […]
Yes, physical therapy can be an effective treatment for hip osteoarthritis (OA). A growing body of evidence shows that targeted exercises and hands-on treatment can reduce pain and improve function, and they’re widely recommended as first-line care for hip OA by clinical practice guidelines. Exercise programs tailored to individuals, including strength, flexibility, and endurance, help […]
We often think of heart health as something to worry about later in life, but emerging research shows that cardiovascular risk factors in early adulthood can also influence brain health decades down the road. Studies tracking thousands of adults over many years have linked elevated blood pressure, high blood sugar, and other heart risk markers […]
Your muscular system is meant to work in harmony, with opposing groups like flexors and extensors, or agonists and antagonists, balancing each other for smooth, efficient movement. But in real life, many people develop muscle imbalances, even those who are strong or highly active. When muscles don’t pull their fair share, it can reduce your […]
