Too often, people wait until their health is in crisis before making changes—but what if you could take proactive steps today to enjoy a longer, healthier, more vibrant life? That’s exactly the purpose of the FREE Health Heroes Event on Sunday, October 12th at the Lacey Community Center. Inspired by the Blue Zones series, this … Read more
LACEY (WA) – Quick question: how much water have you drank today? For most people, the answer is not enough. From everything we drink and swim in, to the ice that reduces swelling, water is all around us (and even in us). As a matter of fact, it basically is us! Water makes up around two-thirds … Read more
I’m going to tell you some simple ways you can test your balance systems from home. Your balance depends on 2 things: your ability to sense your balance, and your ability to make corrections. Your 3 balance systems (vision, sensation and inner ear) help you with that first task by providing your brain with a … Read more
Accidents happen, and when they do, they often leave us dealing with the aftermath of sprains and strains. These common injuries, though painful and limiting, are also highly treatable with the right approach to healing. Whether you’ve twisted an ankle during a sports activity or strained a muscle during daily tasks, understanding the healing process … Read more
Physical therapy is an important part of the healing process for many individuals. It can help with pain management, injuries, and surgery recovery, as well as improve mobility and restore regular strength and function. But, if you’re new to physical therapy, you may be wondering — what exactly happens during a physical therapy session? What … Read more
Finding the right physical therapist can be a challenge. With so many different options available, it can be difficult to know which one is the right choice for you. You know that you want a provider that specializes in the issue that you’re currently dealing with and you want to feel confident in the decision … Read more
Let’s talk about headaches. They can range from a mid-afternoon head-pounding ache, to an agonizing pain that leaves you sensitive to light and sometimes feeling sick. It’s something most, if not all of us, have experienced at some point in our life. Unfortunately for some, headaches are a bigger problem and can even affect everyday … Read more
You’ve finally decided that physical therapy is the best option for you and your health and you’re ready to take the next step to improve your quality of life. As you start your search for the best physical therapy clinic, you begin to wonder what it is you’re looking for. Questions start to form in … Read more
LACEY (WA) – As discussed in the previous weeks, one of the most common complaints we get from patients here at Penrose Physical Therapy is knee pain and it’s one of the areas that we treat the most as well. But before I tell you why, ask yourself if any of the following sound familiar … Read more
Since we have been talking about balance and falls, we need to talk about what can often lead to falls: vertigo. Let’s start with the basics about vertigo. True vertigo is the sensation of spinning or movement such as the sensation of swaying. If you’ve ever been sea sick, this is a bit like the … Read more
