What is physical therapy?

According to the American Physical Therapy Association,

“Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants help people to maximize their quality of life.

They work with people of all ages and abilities, and in a variety of settings. They help people rehabilitate from devastating injuries, manage chronic conditions, avoid surgery and prescription drugs, and create healthy habits.”

I utilize materials such as Dry Needling, Cupping, Myofascial release and support materials.

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  • Strength and flexibility can be daunting terms to some people.

    I use these terms to relate to our Physical body, but also our subtle body.

    Strength can look like being able to pick up 500lbs, but it can also look like having the ability to put heavy items away in a cabinet just out of reach, like plates and glassware.

    Flexibility can look like touching your fingers to your toes, but it can also be bending your knee enough to sit in your favorite chair comfortably again!

    Our bodies are comprised of muscles, tendons, bones, and even skin that need the appropriate amount of give and take to perform tasks every day. A balance between strength and flexibility is what helps us bend our knees going down stairs, or bringing those heavy dishes from the cabinet to rest on the counter.

  • According to research, physical therapy helps strengthen your cardiovascular response as well as reduce plaque build up in arteries and veins, redistribute fat tissue, and feel great!

    While I am not here to coach you on running a mile, I can offer specific exercise prescription that targets your goals and strengthens your bodies response to movement.

    This can be simple as “I want to be able to walk from my chair to my bathroom without feeling out of breath”. Or as complex as a patient undergoing cancer treatments who “just needs to be able to sit up and talk with my family without feeling exhausted “.

  • My time in outpatient clinics and rehab have exposed me to a plethora of surgical procedures, such as hip replacements, shoulder rotator cuff repairs, knee reconstructions, ankle fusions, Rheumatoid Arthritis management, among many many others.

    My experience of postoperative care is extensive, and I believe early intervention and education, is key. This can include BEFORE the surgery even occurs!

    I have an extra soft spot for this part of my offerings because I can utilize all aspects of my skills (exercise, massage, education, skill management) and see results in as little as 1 month. It truly is inspiring work.

  • All movement stems from the pelvic bowl at the base of our spine - the pelvic floor. Pain, injuries, surgeries, and dis-comforts can have an effect on our movement. This can include coordination, weakness/tightness, surgeries or childbirth, general age related changes.