Cedar Hill Physical Therapy & Wellness Center

05/21/2026

What I like about being a physical therapist is that it opens the door to optimism for patients experiencing pain or limited movement. Knowing you can count on physical therapy is an emotional resource.

Well, for one thing, there’s physical therapy. It can reliably relieve pain and help keep you moving more freely. So there's that! Now hold that thought. Did you know that optimism about health care options may be healthful in itself? It might even help you live longer and enjoy a better quality o...

05/07/2026

No fear Snek!

Cedar Hill really is a hill, and it’s sort of rural, although well inside the town limits. But Angie and I are determined to bring nature closer to us. Right now, we’re loving our pond garden, a few steps from our deck.
 This year, we’ve made friends with Snek the Northern Water Snake. Don.....

05/01/2026

Yay, Snek!

"This is a Northern Water Snake. Harmless to humans, they feed on fish and amphibians. Unfortunately, they are often confused for a Cottonmouth Snake. We have (at least) two living in and basking on the rocks around our pond at our home, Cedar Hill. They enter the water to feed."

Thanks to Paul Weiss of Greensboro for sharing this "snek" (or, if you prefer, nope rope, danger noodle, or cutie!) with us.

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Thanks to Vivid Metal Prints for sponsoring Photo of the Week!

04/17/2026

A compelling new study reported in the Washington Post reinforces what many of us already believe. Exercise works as a powerful, drug-free tool in the fight against cancer. It improves treatment outcomes and, even more importantly, lowers the risk of developing cancer in the first place.

Physical therapy started as a way to help injured people regain mobility. In the early 1900s, practitioners focused on helping World War I veterans and polio patients recover. It functioned more as a fix than a true therapy. Not so, today. Today, physical therapy plays a central role in modern medic...

04/10/2026

Before you laugh, consider this: the habits that keep your dog happy, active, and engaged might be exactly what keep you healthy, too.

Recent reporting on the growing body of research around pets and health points to something many pet owners already suspect: the human–animal bond can have measurable benefits for well-being. Photo: Paul Weiss. Studies increasingly link pet ownership, particularly dogs, to lower blood pressure, re...

04/01/2026

What if you could help someone stay independent—not just longer, but better?

Mobility isn’t just movement—it’s freedom, confidence, and connection. And as we age, it becomes one of the strongest predictors of how well we live.

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Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with the Edward R. Murrow Kiwanis Club at Leonard Recreation Center in Greensboro, NC. My subject came easily, as it’s something I think about every day. It’s the difference between lifespan and healthspan. Most people are familiar with lifespan. That.....

03/06/2026

"As one researcher put it to me, having an animal that you take care of and are responsible for can prompt you to take better care of yourself, and it can be comforting just knowing that there's another creature in the house..."

Research suggests dogs and other pets keep you healthier. Dana G. Smith, a reporter for Well, walks us through what exactly the science says about the connection between dogs and longevity.

02/27/2026

BMI is still important, but other metrics are just as important.

Our Real Talk with a Doc columnist explains how to push back if your doctor's obsessed with weight loss. And what other health metrics matter more instead.

02/25/2026

Sleep is SO vital to good health, feeling our best, and even longevity. Don't be a sleep shamer. Be a sleep ally!

How to stop feeling bad about your sleep and get a good night’s rest.

02/08/2026

Our sports, hobbies, and favorite pastimes are an important part of overall wellness. As a runner, the benefits are pretty obvious. As a nature photographer, they’re quieter and more subtle, but every bit as restorative, grounding, and good for us.

Our sports, hobbies, and avocations are important parts of overall wellness. As a runner, the benefits are obvious. As a nature photographer, they’re more subtle—but every bit as healthful and fulfilling. PHOTO ABOVE: White-breasted Nuthatch on a maple tree outside the window of my exam room. Th...

01/31/2026

Snowed in and your back is talking back?! ❄️🧍‍♂️

The McKenzie Method is a great fit for virtual care because it focuses on simple, targeted movements you do—right in your own home. No fancy equipment. No driving to the clinic. Just clear guidance and the right exercises to help calm pain and get you moving again.

If this winter weather has you stuck inside and your back (or neck!) has been nagging you, this might be the perfect time to check in with Paul Weiss the Physical Therapist at Cedar Hill Physical Therapy. Virtual visits make it easy to get expert help without leaving the house.

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