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Clients frequently ask me this question: “Which is better, Pilates or yoga?” The answer varies depending on your goals. However, for clients recovering from persistent aches, pains, or injuries, Pilates is almost always the preferred choice. They are both great, but here’s why, as a Physical Therapist, I prefer Pilates and how I describe the […]
Beyond “Bone-on-Bone” Diagnosis of 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 […]
Is your group fitness instructor ignoring you? You’re in a group exercise class – maybe lifting weights, or punching bags, or holding a plank, or dancing…. And you feel a little lost. Should you be feeling this in your hip flexors?? Are your feet too close together? When your shoulder starts hurting, should you stop […]
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 hurts!”Does any of this […]
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 cycling more and more patients through with […]
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 it’s true. A lot of times, MRIs, x-rays, […]
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 hear you! If you’ve been sitting at […]
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 discomfort. This pain can be more severe […]
Tips and Exercises for New Moms Are you a new mom wondering how to safely get back into a fitness routine post-pregnancy? Learn about safe postpartum exercises, timelines, and expectations for mothers returning to fitness after childbirth. Benefits of Post-Pregnancy Exercise Exercising after pregnancy offers numerous benefits, including improved strength crucial for supporting pelvic posture […]
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