Southside Physical Therapy

03/06/2026

Whether by brilliance or happy coincidence, today is both National Oreo Day and National Day of Unplugging - so we're giving everyone an Rx to put their phones down, grab a sweet treat, and get outside!!!

03/05/2026

For those on computers most of the day, here's a reminder to evaluate your ergonomic setup and take breaks!

03/04/2026

Did you know… pikas are tiny alpine mammals common in the Cascade Range? They don’t hibernate, so they stay busy collecting food through the winter. If you see one while you're on the range, it's a reminder to pace yourself on high-altitude adventures and listen to your body!

03/02/2026

We're lucky to live somewhere with many options for outdoor activities in nature - we hope you find time to get outside today!

According to the American Psychological Association (APA), spending at least two hours per week out in nature can have benefits for both your physical and mental health.

Time outside helps:
- Boost your immune system
- Enhance cognitive function
- Improve heart health
- Promote better sleep quality
- and Reduce Stress

02/27/2026

Happy Friday and Happy International Polar Bear Day to all who celebrate! Nothing much to do with PT, but who wouldn’t love a peek inside a polar bear den?!

Each year, around January 1st, polar bear moms give birth to tiny helpless cubs in a snow den. They spend several months snuggled up while mom nurses her fas...

02/25/2026

Trivia: Which of these majestic animals doesn't ever stretch?
"Like" the photo to cast your vote, and don't forget to stretch!

02/24/2026

Beautiful flowers to brighten a rainy Tuesday. Thank you, Shay!

02/14/2026

Do you think there is enough candy in the candy jar?

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day from the ladies in pink!

02/11/2026

Part one of our pelvic floor training series- yoga ball edition!

A strong pelvic floor = better lumbopelvic stability, improved load transfer, and less pain with everyday movement. But pelvic floor training isn’t just isolated Kegels—it’s about timing, coordination, and integrating these deep stabilizers with the diaphragm, core, and hips.

When the pelvic floor isn’t doing its job, patients may show:
• increased low-back or hip tension
• difficulty controlling intra-abdominal pressure
• “gripping” patterns through the abs or glutes
• leakage with impact or heavy lifts
• decreased efficiency with functional movement

In PT, we’re not just strengthening—we’re teaching the pelvic floor to relax, contract, and coordinate with the rest of the system.

02/10/2026

Congrats to Oregon native, Jackie Wiles, and her teammate Paula Moltzan on winning Bronze in the inaugural Women's Alpine Skiing Team Combined!

[📸: instagram & Julian Finney/Getty]