LACEY (WA) – A patient came into the clinic a few weeks ago limping with knee pain and asked, “I’ve had this knee pain for a few weeks now; I’m not sure what I’ve done to it. I was trying to rest it so that it wouldn’t hurt, but that didn’t help. Whenever I stand […]
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LACEY (WA) – I wanted to answer a common question I get asked about being stiff, clients regularly inquire about this in the clinic: “Jennifer, do you have any advice for someone like me who isn’t in a lot of pain? I’m just incredibly stiff when I wake up on in the morning, and I
LACEY (WA) – Have YOU ever been told that back pain is just one of those things that comes with your job, family, age, and daily stress? Or worse, have you been told by your doctor that you “just have to live with it” because they believe nothing else can be done? If you’re over
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A question I get asked a lot by clients and people with back pain is a really simple one: “When do I use ice and when do I use heat?” Rightly or wrongly, 9 out of 10 of my clients tend to favor heat – a nice hot water bottle, a soak in the bath,
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Do you find yourself struggling with lower back pain during a long workday? If you’re like many people who spend hours at a desk, you’ve likely felt that all-too-familiar ache in your lower back. But why does sitting for extended periods cause so much discomfort, and what can you do about it? Prolonged sitting is
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LACEY (WA) – In the past we’ve had a lady email us a question; “I get back pain when I’m doing sit-ups/crunches. Am I doing something wrong?” What a great question! I’m glad she asked because with the weather this time of year, people are more inclined to be active outside. And even though crunches
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Have you ever wondered how fragile bones can impact your daily life? Imagine feeling a sudden sharp pain from a simple bump or struggling with routine activities because your bones have become too weak. These scenarios are all too real for many people dealing with osteoporosis. This silent disease progresses in stages, often without noticeable
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LACEY (WA) – The last few weeks we’ve seen a lot of people coming into the clinic with balance issues and being worried about falling. It’s what we see quite a lot of, but still many people don’t know that physical therapists can help with their balance. We like to have a bit of fun
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Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease. Why? Because it can progress undetected for years without any obvious symptoms. Imagine this: by the time osteoporosis becomes apparent, significant bone loss could have already occurred. It’s a stark reality that affects millions globally, particularly impacting post-menopausal women and the elderly. Yet, understanding the early signs of
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Scoliosis. The diagnosis might sound daunting, but it doesn’t have to define your life. Millions of people around the world live fulfilling lives with scoliosis. Here at , we want to empower you to take control of your scoliosis and live an active, healthy life. Understanding Scoliosis The spine is made up of 24 individual
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