5 Pilates Exercises for Lower Back Pain
5 Pilates Exercises for Lower Back Pain Experiencing lower back pain, especially after transitioning to long hours of sitting at home? Whether it’s a recent issue or a long-standing discomfort, lower back pain is common. The good news? Pilates can often provide significant relief, if not complete resolution, for most cases of lower back pain. […]
Why Your Back Pain Keeps Coming Back
Why Your Back Pain Keeps Coming Back Top 5 reasons you have back pain Over 80% of people face recurring back pain, with periods of relief followed by relapses every few months. Recurring pain leads to daily frustration and fear, hindering once-enjoyed activities. So why does the pain go away for a while and then […]
Ease your back pain
Ease your back pain 4 simple tips from a PT Can you believe it’s already April?? Time hasn’t felt quite the same recently. Is that just me? Spring is in full force, which means everyone has gotten back outside to enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather. But with your return to running, biking, hiking, or gardening… […]
Urinary Incontinence Treatment For Moms
Urinary Incontinence Treatment For Moms Hey mama, Did somebody tell you that peeing your pants while you exercise, sneeze, or run to the toilet is normal after you’ve had a baby? Leaking is caused by conditions called urinary incontinence, and if you struggle with this, I’m here to tell you some good news: Urinary incontinence is […]
Understanding Joint Pain
Understanding Joint Pain Joint pain diagnosis isn’t as scary as it seems Are your joints bone-on-bone? Don’t worry—it’s not as scary as it sounds. If you’ve been advised for a joint replacement after cortisone injections, know that they only provide temporary relief. Facing surgery, you’re likely seeking alternatives. Good news: there’s a 90% chance your […]
Got Tight Hip Flexors?
Got Tight Hip Flexors? Why Stretching Isn’t the Answer… Yes, we’re talking about you, tight hip flexors and hamstrings. We hear this often… “I’ve been stretching my [insert muscle here], and it doesn’t ever seem to loosen.” Or “what’s the best stretch for my…” and “I do all of this stretching, but my back STILL […]
Not All Physical Therapy Is The Same
Not All Physical Therapy Is The Same You might be a bit surprised to hear this, but here it is: Not all physical therapy is equal. In fact, Empower PT + Pilates was founded in response to a lack of quality care in the industry.As the trend in the traditional PT community went more toward […]
Do you need an MRI for back pain?
Do you need an MRI for back pain? Getting an MRI of the back instead of physical therapy for back pain leads to a waste of $4,793! Dr. Murphy here! Did you know that Physical Therapists can tell you more about what’s wrong with your body than MRIs? That may sound like a crazy claim, but […]
Say Goodbye to Hip and Back Pain
Say Goodbye to Hip and Back Pain Are you experiencing hip or back pain when sitting on the floor? Does it feel like a challenge to get up from that position due to tightness? Playing with your little one shouldn’t be painful or frustrating. It’s a common complaint among many of our clients, and we […]
What Causes Lower Back Pain In Females
What Causes Lower Back Pain In Females Lower back pain can affect everyone, but certain conditions are more common for women. Menstrual Cycle Female hormones significantly influence various muscle and bone conditions, potentially heightening sensitivity. During the menstrual cycle, pain levels may elevate. Home remedies like heat pads or hot water bottles can alleviate menstrual […]