Rocky Mountain Spine & Sport

09/12/2025

At Rocky Mountain Spine & Sport, we believe nutrition isn't just fuel—it’s medicine. By swapping ultra-processed snacks for nutrient-dense foods and staying hydrated, you’re taking a powerful, proactive step toward pain relief. Nutritional changes can empower you to feel stronger, more resilient, and more in control of your health. Read the full blog to discover how simple dietary tweaks can seriously support your body’s ability to manage pain:
https://rmspineandsport.com/blog/posts/the-role-of-diet-and-nutrition-in-managing-physical-pain/

08/15/2025

A Doctor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) focuses on diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating injuries and conditions affecting your brain, nerves, bones, and muscles. From tackling chronic back pain to helping athletes recover, physiatrists guide patients toward improved function, independence, and long-term wellness. Read more about the important role of physiatrists on our blog: https://rmspineandsport.com/blog/posts/what-is-a-doctor-of-physical-medicine/

08/02/2025

Take a hike!

06/30/2025

Congrats to our very own Chad C**n, PA-C running the whole Bone and Back Relay by himself! He’s always going that extra mile 😎

05/20/2025

From the RMSS Blog: Identifying Hip Pain. Ultimately, hip pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including a fracture or joint infection, as well as less serious instances, such as bursitis. In this article, we'll look at the difference between hip pain and back pain, some of the most common types of hip pain, and when you should go see a doctor. Read more: https://rmspineandsport.com/blog/posts/identifying-hip-pain/

05/06/2025

From the blog: What Are Physiatrists and What Do They Treat? We often get asked what exactly physiatrists do, how they serve their patients, and how they differ from physical therapists and other specialists. We wanted to take some time to answer these questions, explore how physiatry is used to treat ailments, and highlight some benefits physiatry brings to the medical field. Read more here: https://rmspineandsport.com/blog/posts/what-are-physiatrists-and-what-do-they-treat/

04/19/2025

Have a great Easter Weekend!

04/19/2025

Teach ‘em while they’re young! Outdoor activities are great for overall health, plus make you feel good too!

04/18/2025

Sounds about right 🤣

04/16/2025

Back pain not getting better? Our medical team may help with that. We have multiple treatment options that other places don’t offer. Check out our office locations in Idaho Falls, Rexburg, and Driggs.

04/15/2025

We refer out for pelvic floor therapy and have had many patients who have had quite a bit of success with it.

Question: What is pelvic floor physical therapy? Answer: Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is gaining recognition as a specialized treatment for problems in the pelvic region. The pelvic floor consists of three layers of skeletal muscle tissue, connective tissue, and nerve innervations. Just like other....

04/09/2025

Want to age slower? I have been in the medical field for 17 years as an RN and PA. I have cared for thousands of patients, including those at the end of life. What I have seen as the healthiest indicator for how a person ages is how active they are.

Whether it’s simply walking, all the way up to skiing, scuba diving or insane hikes; those that do something active are the ones that are more often able to recover quickly from injuries and appear to age slower. I’m talking 80s that I’ve mistaken for 60s. My active patients are generally much healthier than sedentary ones.

Good nutrition and not smoking are definitely up on the important list as well, and I’m sure there is some correlation about those staying active and making other good health decisions as well.

And this is not to shame anyone. I am happy to help all of my patients no matter how they come to me. But that is why I stress activity to patients. An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. Motion is lotion. Get moving, eat healthy, don’t smoke, don’t drink too much alcohol, and then hopefully you won’t have to see us as often. 😂

But if you do get hurt, we are more than happy to see you for all your concussion, headache, spine, joint, muscle, and/or nerve pain needs!

-K’Lynda, PA-C