Pro Motion Physical Therapy and Wellness

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25+ years of physical therapy expertise🏃‍♀️

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Not every night is about knees and rehab 😉Sometimes it’s just about getting out, listening to great music, and being wit...
04/19/2026

Not every night is about knees and rehab 😉

Sometimes it’s just about getting out, listening to great music, and being with good people.

Loved hearing Sara, Tom and the After Party the other night—they were so much fun!!🙌

And The Roost at Harbour Pines Golf Club is such a fun spot if you’re local.

Always a good night out with my friend Sheri! ❤️

Reminder to myself (and maybe you too):
Life isn’t just about fixing your body… it’s about enjoying it too.

04/19/2026

If you can’t control your way down stairs yet… stop practicing on stairs.
This is where a lot of people get stuck.
At this stage, it’s not about flexibility—
it’s about control on the way down.
If your knee drops, rushes, or feels unsteady,
your body isn’t ready for full stairs yet.
Start with a low step and slow it down.
And if that still feels too hard—
bend both knees slightly first, then step down.
It’s a simple way to reduce the demand and stay in control.
Build this first.
That’s what gets you back to a normal stair pattern.
If you would like more guidance message me “Recovery” for my step-by-step guide and checklist. Follow for simple, proven tips to help you move better and feel stronger every day.

04/15/2026

If your knee feels stiff when you stand up after sitting, you’re not alone.
Most people try to “push through it” or just stand up anyway—but that’s usually when it feels the worst.
What’s actually happening is your knee hasn’t been prepared for load yet.
Instead of forcing that first step, try this first:
• Straighten your knee fully
• Tighten your quad for a few seconds
• Repeat a few times
Then stand.
It’s a small change, but it can make that transition feel a lot smoother.
Follow for simple, proven tips to help you move better and feel stronger every day.

04/14/2026

If your knee feels tight and stuck, it’s easy to assume you just need to stretch it more.
But that’s usually not the real issue.
When the joint is irritated, fluid builds up—and that pressure limits how much space your knee has to move.
So even if you’re doing all the “right” mobility work…
it can still feel like nothing is changing.
Before chasing more bend, focus on calming the knee down first.
Think circulation and control:
• Light movement to get fluid moving
• Muscle activation to support the joint
• Positioning (like elevation) to reduce pressure
Once that settles, your motion tends to come back much easier.
Most people skip that step—and that’s where they get stuck.
Follow for simple, proven tips to help you move better and feel stronger every day.

With Michael McIntyre – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉
04/13/2026

With Michael McIntyre – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

04/12/2026

Some days your body needs more…
and some days it needs less.

Knowing the difference is what keeps you moving forward without setbacks.

Today was a “less” day—and that’s exactly what I needed.

Most people think they need a perfect workout to make progress.You don’t.A walk. Fresh air. Moving your body.It all adds...
04/10/2026

Most people think they need a perfect workout to make progress.
You don’t.
A walk.
Fresh air.
Moving your body.
It all adds up—especially when your goal is to stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Your body responds to consistency, not perfection.
And yes… Milo definitely got more steps than me today 🐶
Follow for simple, proven tips to help you move better and feel stronger every day.

04/09/2026

Up with the good, down with the bad” is correct… early on.
But it’s not the end goal.
If you stay in that pattern, you never retrain normal stair movement.
And that’s why stairs can still feel difficult months later.
To get back to normal, your surgical leg has to get strong enough to actually do the work.
That’s where progression matters.
Follow me and message “Recovery” and I’ll send you a step-by-step guide 👍

04/07/2026

Your knee might not actually be “tight.”
It might just not feel safe yet.
After surgery, your body protects you by limiting movement—even when you’re trying to stretch it. And the more you force it, the more it pushes back.
Try this instead 👇
Use a cane for support:
• Hold it on the opposite side
• Step forward onto your surgical leg
• Gently shift your weight
• Step back and reset
No forcing. No pushing.
Just controlled movement so your body starts to trust it again.
That’s how you actually get your motion back.
Comment Recovery and I’ll send you my step-by-step knee recovery guide.

04/06/2026

If your knee still swells after knee replacement, one of the best ways to help move fluid out of the knee isn’t actually a knee exercise.
It’s a calf exercise.
The calf muscle acts like a pump for the lower leg. When it contracts, it helps push fluid upward through the veins and lymphatic system.
Compression sleeves or stockings can help prevent fluid from pooling, but they work best when combined with movement.
Try this simple combination:
• wear your compression sleeve
• stand holding a counter or chair
• slowly rise onto your toes
• pause for 1–2 seconds
• slowly lower down
• repeat 15–20 times
These heel raises activate the calf muscle pump and help move fluid back up the leg.
When swelling decreases, knee motion and comfort often improve.
Follow for simple, proven tips to help you move better and feel stronger every day.

04/05/2026

If going down stairs still hurts around 3 months after knee replacement…
It’s usually not just strength.
👉 It’s control—especially the lowering.
Most people don’t train this part… and that’s what leads to irritation and instability.
This is for a more advanced stage—not early post-op.
Start with:
✔️ A low step (or modify lower if needed)
✔️ Slowly lower your non-surgical leg
✔️ Control the descent
✔️ Quiet landing (no plopping)
✔️ Use support as needed
✔️ Step back up with your non-surgical leg
Follow for simple, proven tips to help you move better and feel stronger every day.
Message me “Recovery” and I’ll send you a step-by-step guide 👍

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