Upright Athlete

Upright Athlete Assess. Perform. Refine. Stay Upright. Voted the top Physical Therapy clinic in Durham, NC

Therapy Thursday ThoughtsLarge studies show no strong link between specific postures and back pain, suggesting movement ...
04/16/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

Large studies show no strong link between specific postures and back pain, suggesting movement variety matters more than holding one position. A physical therapist can help guide you.
Source: Systematic review, British Journal of Sports Medicine (Nolan et al., 2020).

Why It Works WednesdayYour physical therapist may include balance exercises when pain, weakness, or injury affects stabi...
04/15/2026

Why It Works Wednesday

Your physical therapist may include balance exercises when pain, weakness, or injury affects stability. Exercises are adjusted to match comfort and ability.
✅ Tip: Balance work starts simple and progresses slowly.

04/14/2026

Hip pain can often lead to mixed messages. Some advice encourages complete rest, while other sources suggest pushing through discomfort at all costs.

Fun Fact FridayContact us now if you want better coordination and safer movement.
04/10/2026

Fun Fact Friday

Contact us now if you want better coordination and safer movement.

Therapy Thursday ThoughtsFlare-ups commonly reflect short-term increases in sensitivity rather than new injury, especial...
04/09/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

Flare-ups commonly reflect short-term increases in sensitivity rather than new injury, especially when strength and movement are improving. A physical therapist can help guide you.
Source: Clinical review, BMJ (Hartvigsen et al., 2018).

Why It Works WednesdayAfter injury, your physical therapist helps guide movement based on symptoms and healing stage. Th...
04/08/2026

Why It Works Wednesday

After injury, your physical therapist helps guide movement based on symptoms and healing stage. This helps rebuild confidence during activity.
✅ Tip: Early movement should match how your body feels today.

04/07/2026

Hip discomfort can show up in many ways, from a dull ache in the groin to soreness along the outer hip or stiffness after sitting.

Happy Easter!From all of us at the clinic, enjoy a wonderful day filled with happiness and celebration!
04/05/2026

Happy Easter!

From all of us at the clinic, enjoy a wonderful day filled with happiness and celebration!

Fun Fact FridayContact our clinic to keep your joints moving smoothly.
04/03/2026

Fun Fact Friday

Contact our clinic to keep your joints moving smoothly.

Therapy Thursday ThoughtsProlonged rest often leads to stiffness and weakness, while appropriate movement supports heali...
04/02/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

Prolonged rest often leads to stiffness and weakness, while appropriate movement supports healing and long-term recovery. A physical therapist can help guide you.
Source: Systematic review, Spine journal (van Tulder et al., 2006).

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4221 Garret Road
Durham, NC
27707

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