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Pregnancy & Postpartum,
10 Things I Learned Doing Croft While Pregnant
As I enter my 7th month of being postpartum with my son, it is interesting to reflect on my pregnancy journey. Part of my physical therapy practice includes guiding pregnant and postpartum moms as they navigate their fitness through a new season of life. It has been interesting to experience the healthcare system and explore the recommendations I have made...
Pregnancy & Postpartum,
C-Section Scar Tissue and Adhesions: Physical Therapy Interventions for Pain Relief
How To Manage Scar Tissue After C-Section First off, congratulations mama! As you continue to navigate through caring for a little one, know that you also need to take some time to care for yourself. A recent study found that 25% of people report chronic pain due to scar tissue after a C-section, but you are not alone in this!...
Low Back,
Understanding Sciatica
What is the Sciatic Nerve? The Sciatic nerve is a thick flat band (approx. 2cm wide), originating from the spinal nerve roots branching off the lowest part of the spinal cord. The nerve tracks down your hip and buttock, extending down the leg just past the knee joint. This nerve controls the muscles in the back of the knee and...
Fitness Athlete,
Running,
Elevate Your Running Game: The Importance of Weightlifting for Runners
In the pursuit of better performance, runners often focus solely on logging miles, overlooking the crucial role that strength training plays in achieving peak athletic condition. While pounding the pavement is undeniably essential, integrating weightlifting into your regimen can be a game-changer, offering a myriad of benefits that directly translate to improved running performance. Why Incorporate Strength Training & Weightlifting...
Headaches,
TMJ,
TMJ Disorders and Headaches: Physical Therapy Approaches for Pain Relief
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a joint that connects your mandible to your skull, and allows your jaw to move open and closed during speaking or eating. “TMJ” is a widely used term and encompasses a broad group of health conditions that refer to the jaw. Instead, “TMD,” or temporomandibular disorder, is a term used to describe the dysfunction that...
Pelvic Floor,
Understanding Male Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Pelvic floor physical therapy (PT) is a specialized area within physical therapy that focuses on the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues of the pelvic floor. These crucial muscles support the bladder, bowel, and sexual organs, playing a significant role in urinary and fecal continence, sexual function, and core stability. Pelvic floor physical therapy aims to address a variety of dysfunctions...
Pelvic Floor,
Pregnancy & Postpartum,
Women's Health,
Understanding Cesarean Section Recovery: What to Expect After the Procedure
To start, congratulations, mama! Preparing for your baby’s arrival takes a lot of planning and preparation, ranging from registry lists to getting their room ready. Have you been told by your doctor, or elected to have a C-section? We’re here to help you answer some of the questions rolling through your brain. What is a Cesarean Section (C-Section)? A cesarean...
Fitness Athlete,
Injury Prevention,
Lower Body,
Running,
Shin Splints: Managing Pain and Promoting Recovery in Runners
What are shin splints? Shin splits refers to a number of painful conditions in the lower leg that typically occur with physical activity such as running. While shin splints is the most common term used to describe pain in the lower leg, it is important to note that shin splints is not a helpful diagnosis. Shin splints is a generic...
TMJ,
The Role of Manual Therapy in Treating TMJ Disorders
Manual therapy has proven to be an effective tool in treating TMJ Disorders in physical therapists. Learn more about how the team at Onward Physical Therapy helps to reduce pain from TMJ, and the role that manual therapy plays. What is manual therapy? Manual therapy is any ‘hands-on’ technique used to help with pain. This technique can include one, or...