Patient Tips And Tricks Blog

The ability to perform a squat is essential in today’s society. It is used in order to pick up something from the floor, get into and out of a chair or bed, and is required in most sporting events.  If an individual does a squat incorrectly, this places increased stress on the hips, knees, and ankles which will eventually lead...

  Getting a charley horse can affect many different types of people every day, from the marathon runner to your grandmother. If you have ever had a charley horse you know the debilitating feeling of the sudden tightening of your muscle which can last for a few seconds to a few minutes. A charley horse, also known as a cramp, occurs most commonly in...

In case you didn’t know you had one, you are the proud owner of a pair of plantar fascia. What is the plantar fascia? Why is this relevant to me? Does it come with an owner’s manual? What is the Plantar Fascia? It is the ligament that spans the bottom of the foot running from the calcaneus (your heel), and...

Resistance bands come in all different colors, types, and densities....but what are they used for? Can they be used for your injury/condition? Strength training can greatly benefit to increase muscle and bone strength, prevent falls and fractures, and aid with degenerative injuries. This, of course, is only possible if proper form and mechanics are used with resistance band activities. In physical therapy,...

The population in America is aging. People are living longer and the baby boomers are increasing our senior population.   As we age, our bodies and physical abilities change.  We lose muscle mass, our joints become less flexible, and our balance can diminish. A regular exercise program can be very helpful in preventing some of these losses. Exercise has been...

October is National Physical Therapy Month!  Patients are sometimes under the misconception that PT is “pain and torture.”  Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants are actually in the business of reducing pain. Although this misconception about PT is one of the most common, there are other myths out there as well.  This blog is meant to shed some light...

In the 2008 Olympics most of us caught a glimpse of this beautiful pattern of multi colored tape on the legs, hips, bellies and shoulders of athletes. What is it? Why was it on these high level athletes? Can this tape help me? This amazing tape can be used on athletes and weekend warriors as well. Kinesiology tape can be sold by many different names,...

Physical therapists are an essential part of the healthcare continuum. They help individuals improve movement, restore activity, and maintain functioning for life’s daily activities. Physical therapy can help people of any age, whether it is intended to get you back on the field after a sport related injury, assist with returning you to your activities of daily living or help manage a...

Kristin Helpingstine PTA explains how SROSM can treat many issues like arthritis, joint replacements, fractures and sprains in our warm water therapy pool. The heated water helps aching joints and muscles relax and improves blood circulation to promote healing.    

Backpacks can lead to poor posture, aches and pains, if not worn properly. To make sure your kiddos understand the importance of proper wearing and placement, watch this short video together.