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The Ideal Movement: A New Approach to Health, Wellness, and Movement at Fitness Matters
By Amy Sugar-Carter
I was born and raised in Columbus, OH.
I discovered GYROTONIC® exercise while completing my Pilates certification as my instructors were also Gyrotonic trainers. And I decided to get trained in the Gyrotonic method too. I did all this while dancing professionally in the San Francisco Bay Area.
The GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® is a unique and original, three dimensional movement method developed by Juliu Horvath.
Read full blogChoosing How to Exercise– Cardio or Weightlifting?
How do you like to exercise? When it comes to physical therapy and exercising for good health, both cardio exercise and weightlifting have equal importance.
Cardiovascular exercise is without a doubt the most effective way to boost stamina and endurance. If the ultimate goal is to gain mass or recover physical strength, weightlifting would be the primary focus.
Even if your primary focus is on one type of exercise, it is critical to incorporate the other into your routine.
Read full blogAre You Experiencing Any of These 4 Running Injuries? PT Can Help You Heal!
Running is a great way to improve your health and stay in shape. Unfortunately, there are several types of sports injuries associated with running. The good news? There are just as many ways to heal from running injuries, as well as prevent them from occurring.
Fitness Matters in Columbus, Westerville, & Pickerington, Ohio has years of experience treating athletes with various running injuries. We can help you if you’re struggling to make a full recovery!
Read full blogAvoid the Risk – Find Pain Relief Without Drugs
You know how pain relief can help to reduce your pain, if you are living with pain. Chronic pain, or pain lasting for three months or longer, is usually indicative of an underlying condition that needs to be treated. While medication is effective in masking pain in the short term, it won’t provide any relief in the long term. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), non-pharmaceutical pain treatment is actually preferred over pharmaceutical pain treatment, and in most cases, they even do a better job at controlling pain.
Read full blogAbsolutely Everything You Need To Know About Pre and Post Surgical Rehab
Are You Scheduling Surgery? Don’t Forget the Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Rehab
Are you thinking about scheduling major Pre and Post Surgical Rehab may not be as much of a certainty in life as death or taxes, but the reality is that many of us will undergo some kind of surgical procedure in our lives. surgery in the near future? If so, you may want to give serious thought to scheduling two other very important and crucial things: pre-operative and post-operative rehab.
Read full blogSolve Your Aches and Pains For Good With Physical Therapy
Do you feel achy when you wake up in the morning? While this is a normal occurrence from time to time, waking up every morning with aches and pains can be a sign of a deeper issue.
If you have painful sensations in the morning for no apparent reason, don’t hesitate to contact Fitness Matters as soon as possible for assistance. We’ll get to the root of your problem to help you find relief, so you can wake up in the mornings feeling refreshed instead of achy!
Read full blogHow Stretching Can Improve Your Overall Health
Did you know that some minor physical movements can significantly impact your overall health, wellness, and quality of life? If you’re wondering whether you should start stretching, the answer is an unequivocal yes.
Stretching exercises are a common component of physical therapy. You might be surprised at how many ways stretches can help you, especially when they are done correctly.
If you want to unlock a personalized stretching program designed just for you, contact (Practice Name) today to schedule an appointment.
Read full blogArthritic Aches and Pains? Get Help Today With Physical Therapy
Are you living with arthritis? If so, you know how limiting it can be to one’s life. Arthritis is a disorder of the joints that millions of people live with. It results in joint inflammation that can cause aches, pains, stiffness, and limited mobility. While there are over 100 types of arthritis, they are typically split into two categories: monoarthritis, meaning only one joint is affected, and oligoarthritis, meaning multiple joints are affected.
The two most commonly reported types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Read full blogThe Meek’s Method Can Help People With Osteoporosis
Have you recently been diagnosed with osteoporosis? Do you notice your posture seems to get worse and worse? Are you looking for a safe, effective way to improve bone health? At Fitness Matters, our physical therapists are up to date on the most advanced strategies to improve bone health, including the Meek’s Method.
Osteoporosis is a common condition characterized by bone mineral density (BMD) loss and an increased risk of fractures. It is estimated that more than 10 million American adults older than 50 have osteoporosis, with a higher prevalence in women (30%) than in men (15%).
Read full blog6 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help You Improve Your Health
Do you notice your muscles feeling painful or achy throughout the day? Are you recovering from a recent injury or surgical procedure? Are you living with a chronic condition that causes constant discomfort? Whatever the case may be, physical therapy can help improve your health. While there are many benefits to physical therapy, below are some of the top 6 ways physical therapy can improve your quality of life: