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Navigating Mental Health and Grief During the Holidays: How Physical Activity Can Help
The holidays can be tough. Physical activity and exercise can help manage your feelings and bring a little joy to a rough day.
Nov 8, 20244 min read


Federal Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage Plans: What’s the Difference?
Open enrollment season returns, it's important to understand your insurance options and how each plan can affect your ability to seek care.
Oct 3, 20244 min read


Preventing Falls and Fall-Related Injuries Through Physical Therapy
September is Fall Preventions Awareness month. In this blog, we go over fall risks and the benefits of PT for long term independence
Sep 8, 20244 min read


The Benefits of Cupping in Physical Therapy: A Holistic Approach to Healin
The ancient medical use of cupping is now a modern solution to joint pain and muscle recovery. See how cupping could benefit you!
Aug 11, 20243 min read


Dive Into Health: The Benefits of Water Aerobics
Water aerobics is a great way to exercise safely. Check out the physical, cognitive, and social benefits of water aerobics.
Jul 1, 20242 min read

Oh, my Feet!!
By Sheila Borgen, PT Did you know that your feet can make you or break you? In other words, if you have healthy feet, game on! If you...
Jun 5, 20242 min read

What to Expect After a THR or TKR
By Sheila Borgen, PT As we age, our joints become worn out. Some people’s joints get so worn out that they are no longer able to function...
May 6, 20243 min read


What in the World is Sarcopenia?
By: Sheila Borgen, PT Any idea what sarcopenia is? It sure is a weird-sounding word! To put it simply, sarcopenia is the age-related loss...
Apr 5, 20242 min read


Caregivers
By: Sheila Borgen, PT What is a caregiver? This question cannot be answered simply, as a caregiver is a valuable component of patient...
Mar 1, 20242 min read


Seasons of Change
By: Sheila Borgen, PT It has been cold here in AL over the past couple of weeks. I have had to set a nightly alarm to ensure I leave...
Feb 1, 20243 min read


Let's Get Moving in 2024!
By: Sheila Borgen, PT All the turkey and ham have been consumed. The mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese are gone. The last few...
Dec 27, 20232 min read

"One order of protein, coming up!"
By: Sheila Borgen, PT I don’t know how many times I have overheard workout enthusiasts, coaches, and athletes throw around the word...
Dec 3, 20232 min read

Fix My Inflammation, Please!
By: Sheila Borgen, PT Let’s start by discussing inflammation. We have all heard of the term throughout our lives, but do we really know...
Oct 31, 20233 min read


My Head Won’t Stop Spinning!
By: Sheila Borgen, PT Round and round and round I go. Where I will stop, no one knows! Many patients have complained of dizziness and...
Sep 2, 20233 min read

Why am I Dizzy? Can Physical Therapy help my dizziness and vertigo?
By: Sheila Borgen, PT Did you know that there are many types of dizziness and a multitude of causes of dizziness? It makes sense. After...
Aug 7, 20233 min read

“I Can’t. I Have a Headache.”
By: Sheila Borgen, PT Headaches. Sometimes you wake up with them. Sometimes you go to bed with them. They can pop up out of nowhere, just...
Jul 2, 20232 min read

Knee Arthritis: Make the Pain Go Away!
By: Sheila Borgen, PT You are in good company if you think the hip is the largest joint in the body. Most patients I spend time with...
Jun 6, 20233 min read


Private Insurance vs Traditional Medicare Vs Advantage Plans for Physical Therapy
If you've been following us along on our journey, then you know that we are in the process of getting approved with Medicare. This has...
May 14, 20234 min read

Carpal Tunnel
By: Sheila Borgen, PT Have you ever had your hand fall asleep? If you have, you will know what I am talking about; the feeling of pins...
May 4, 20232 min read

All Things Overhead
This month we're focusing on overhead mobility and daily overhead activities. Did you realize how much you needed to do overhead?
Apr 4, 20233 min read
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