Health Blog Category: Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy: Treating Arthritis the Safe and Easy Way
Anyone living with arthritis knows how debilitating it can be. Several people dealing with arthritic aches and pains end up resorting to steroid injections, antirheumatic drugs, or even joint replacement surgery, in order to manage their pain. However, physical therapy itself has proven successful for many arthritis sufferers. Before turning to potentially harmful drugs or an invasive surgical procedure, give physical therapy a try! Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can treat your arthritis the safe and easy way.
Read full blogRelieve Your Arthritis Pain with Physical Therapy Treatments
Are you suffering from the aches, pains, and stiffness of arthritis? If so, you’re not alone. There are millions of people who live with arthritis, and it is no secret that it can limit your life. Fortunately, participating in regular physical therapy treatments can help manage your arthritis pain and reduce your symptoms. For more information on how our services can decrease or even eliminate your pain altogether, contact our office today!
Read full blogIs Poor Posture the Source of Your Back Pain?
Are you constantly forgetting to sit up straight? Do you have shoulder pain after a long day at work or have noticed you’re developing a hunchback? If so, you may have Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS). This is a fairly common ailment that affects people of all ages!
UCS is a muscle imbalance in the head and shoulders that is common in people who sit at a desk or sit with poor posture for the majority of the day.
Read full blogDiscover if that Pain in Your Back is a Herniated Disc Today
Could Your Back Pain be Caused by a Herniated Disc? Find out with Physical Therapy
Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremity symptoms can indicate a variety of potential problems – including one or more herniated discs.
How do you know whether you have a herniated disc or it’s just good old back pain? One telltale sign can be where the pain is located.
With a herniated disc, the pain is typically located in the lumbar spine.
Read full blogUnlock the Health Benefits of Anti-Gravity Treadmills
Have you heard of antigravity treadmills? The future has arrived! This technology’s innovative approach is proving extremely impactful in a wide range of use cases, from competitive distance runners with intricate training plans to those recovering from an injury or surgery.
Alter G’s amazing antigravity treadmill offers a way to simulate gravity reduction and its effects on the body without requiring a shuttle into space.
Give Fitness Matters in Columbus, Pickerington, and Westerville, OH a call today to learn more about this incredible technology and whether it could help you in your fitness journey!
Read full blogDo You Suffer From Flat Feet? Physical Therapy Can Help You Feel Better!
Do you have flat feet? Flat feet can be hereditary or occur as a result of an individual’s age or weight. If left untreated, they can lead to a variety of severe health issues.
A physical therapist can treat and recommend simple lifestyle changes such as muscle lengthening and strengthening activities, arch-lifting shoes and insoles, and posture-building exercises to engage and strengthen the feet, legs, and core.
Those who have flat feet should consult with a physical therapist to determine the best treatment options for relieving pain and improving body mechanics.
Read full blogHow Your Shoes May be Causing You Pain and Limiting Your Abilities!
From weekend warriors to professional athletes, those of us concerned with maintaining a high level of fitness rely on a strong set of core muscles to stabilize the body and allow us to perform at our best. Athletes are attempting to improve their form in order to perform this critical activity more effectively.
This means keeping the hips at or below knee level, minimizing forward lean, and keeping the thighs close to horizontal.
Read full blog7 Easy Ways to Improve Your Physical Activity
We’ll admit it – finding time to exercise during the day can be hard. For many people, it seems like an all or nothing task. You spend 8 hours of your day at work, you commute home, you drive your kids to their activities, you make dinner, you get ready for bed… it seems as if there aren’t even enough hours in the day to get the physical activity you want. It can be difficult to find the time and energy.
Read full blogTired of Medications? Find Relief with Physical Therapy
Pain can put some extreme limits on your life. While medication can provide temporary relief, it doesn’t actually solve the problem of your pain; rather, it merely masks the symptoms. If you have been living with acute or chronic pain and you’re looking for a natural way to successfully treat your symptoms, contact our office today! Our innovative care strategies at Fitness Matters will help you find instant relief.
A natural alternative to medications:
For many people, even the thought of exercising can make them cringe due to the pain they are feeling.
Read full blog3 Excellent Ways to Improve Your Morning Routine
Not everyone looks forward to early mornings with the same zeal as, say, a night out with friends. That is perfectly normal! However, if you can develop the habit of becoming a “morning person,” we guarantee you’ll notice a significant improvement in your life.
If you’re looking for a new approach to your morning routine that will leave you feeling energized and healthy, we have a few ideas!
If you want to learn more about getting in shape and adopting a healthy exercise routine that can also improve your morning, contact Fitness Matters in Columbus, Pickerington, and Westerville, OH!
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