Sport and Spine Physical Therapy

02/03/2020

Huge shout-out to our wonderful PTA Eric Fiala who for the next month every Thursday will be leading the Stepping On program at Birchwood Highlands in Weston!

Stepping On is a seven-week class to help adults reduce falls and stay active. In this weekly interactive class, learn about balance and strength exercises, safety at home, and ways to be strong and steady wherever you go.

02/03/2020

Did you know that about 10% of the population will suffer from Plantar Fasciitis pain in their lifetime?! That’s a lot of people. Luckily at Sport & Spine Physical Therapy- Weston we specialize in helping people get rid of their foot pain and get back on their feet. We’re just a call away! http://bit.ly/2S9hFrC

10/21/2019

Huge congratulations to the D.C. Everest football team on their playoff birth! We here at Sport & Spine- Weston are proud to provide Athletic Training Services to all of the D.C Everest Senior High Athletics teams! GO EVERGREENS!!!

09/16/2019

Prevention is the best medicine! Check out these 6 exercises to help prevent knee pain and injury http://bit.ly/30Jfwo0.

Looking for something tailored specifically to your needs? Call us to schedule an appointment with one of our licensed physical therapist.

People can do many exercises to strengthen their knees, which can relieve pain and reduce the risk of injury. These exercises include leg lifts, hamstring curls, and wall squats. Learn more about how to strengthen the knee here.

07/11/2019

Mark your calendars for the 9th Annual Leaf Pile 5K Run/Walk and 1K Kids Run on Saturday, October 12th at Helene’s Hilltop Orchard in Merrill! Stay tuned for more information about this fun family event!

07/09/2019

Did you know that physical therapists treat headaches? Certain types of headaches can be caused by poor posture or other musculoskeletal issues. If you have chronic headaches, call us and we can find and treat the cause of your pain.

https://ptandme.com/injury%20center/tensionheadaches/

07/05/2019

Therapeutic Dry needling is a technique physical therapists use (where allowed by state law) for the treatment of pain and movement impairments. The technique uses a "dry"needle, one without medication or injection, inserted through the skin into areas of the muscle.
Dry needling is not acupuncture, a practice based on traditional Chinese medicine and performed by acupuncturists. Dry needling is a part of modern Western medicine principles, and supported by research

Check out the video below for a more in depth description of dry needling.

Feel free to reach out to us here at Sport and Spine Physical Therapy if you have any questions about dry needling or if you think you would benefit from it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9y3Ajij8TM

Dry needling is a technique physical therapists use (where allowed by state law) to treat myofascial pain. Watch as Carlos J. Berio, PT, DPT, MS, CMTPT, CSCS...

06/28/2019

Take a second to create a mental image of an athletic trainer (AT).
What setting is he or she working in? What are they doing? Who are they working with?

Click on the link below for some insights on what Athletic Trainers really do; you may be surprised by what you think you know

https://covalentcareers.com/resources/athletic-trainers/

Take a second to create a mental image of an athletic trainer (AT). What setting is he or she working in? What are they doing? Who are they working with?I bet the first thought that came to mind did not involve those pictures. What you may not know, according to the National Athletic Trainers' Assoc...

06/26/2019

Scoliosis treatment for adults can be more complex than children due to normal degenerative changes in the spine. Physical therapy is a recommended treatment option for these patients. https://health.usnews.com/conditions/scoliosis/understanding-scoliosis-in-adults

Most with the condition do fine without any intervention. But some benefit from treatment.

06/25/2019

1. Myth: I need a referral to see a physical therapist.

Fact: A recent survey by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) revealed 70% of people think a referral or prescription is required for evaluation by a physical therapist. However, a physician’s referral is not required in order to be evaluated by a physical therapist. Some states have restrictions about the treatment a physical therapist can provide without a physician referral. Check out APTA's direct access summary chart to see the restrictions in your state.

Check out this web article for the rest of the top 7 myths about physical therapy!

https://www.moveforwardpt.com/Resources/Detail/7-myths-about-physical-therapy

Physical therapists are movement experts who help people reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and stay active throughout life. But there are some common misconceptions that often discourage peopl

06/24/2019

Whether it’s a long run or a track workout, we’ve got you covered.

06/21/2019

06/21/2019