When you strain a muscle, waiting a week or two before doing anything about it can seem reasonable. Maybe the injury simply needs time to heal. Maybe exercising an injured muscle too soon sounds like it could make things worse. And if the pain is already beginning to settle down, you may wonder whether physical […]
An ACL injury can sound like an automatic ticket to surgery. For many people, especially recreational athletes with a first-time and relatively uncomplicated ACL injury, that may not be the case. Research suggests that a structured rehabilitation program can produce very good outcomes for some patients, and starting physical therapy early may improve the chances […]
Forward head, a posture where the head is carried too far forward in relation to the body, is one of the most common postural deviations. It can also be surprisingly easy to miss in yourself. Many people reading this article may have some degree of forward head posture. And it may matter for more than […]
Physical activity is widely recognized as an important component of overall health and well-being. Current federal guidance continues to examine the relationship between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and health outcomes across different age groups. The current Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, state that adults can […]
