King Physical Therapy-Irwin & Harrison City

04/13/2026

Movement Monday

Ankle circles help keep joints healthy and moving smoothly!

https://vimeo.com/showcase/12067383?video=1150401608

04/10/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY: Balance = Fall Prevention

Falls don’t just “happen.”

They happen when your body can’t react fast enough.

👉 Balance training improves:

✔ Coordination

✔ Stability

✔ Reaction time (proprioception)

Which is exactly what protects you when you:

– Trip on a step

– Slip on uneven ground

– Lose your balance unexpectedly

🧠 The research is clear:

Balance and strength training can reduce fall risk by up to 30–40% in adults (Sherrington et al., 2019 – British Journal of Sports Medicine).

Even more important:

👉 Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and loss of independence as we age.

🛑 What most people get wrong:

Stretching isn’t enough.

Strengthening aone isn’t enough

Walking more isn’t enough

👉 You need to train your body’s ability to react and recover.

How we do it at King PT:

This isn’t just “standing on one leg.”

It’s:

✔ Targeted balance + strength training

✔ Real-life movement challenges

✔ Reaction-based drills

✔ 1-on-1 care focused on YOU

Because…

Your goals become our plan.

Your progress is our purpose.

📍 Irwin & Harrison City

📩 DM “BALANCE” to get started

📞 Call us today to move safer and stay independent

04/10/2026

Love this. ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to support the Norwin Soccer Club and be part of such a strong community.

Helping local athletes stay healthy, perform at their best, and get back on the field is what we’re all about. ⚽

King Physical Therapy North Huntingdon is a physical therapist owned and operated business that is dedicated to improving the lives of the local community. Through extensive advanced training our physical therapy team has dedicated themselves to providing

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).

04/07/2026

March wasn’t just busy…
it was POWERFUL at King Physical Therapy 👇

✅ We leveled up our team
Fresh headshots. Updated team photos.
Because how we show up matters.
Huge thank you to our incredible photographer for capturing who we are 🙌 Rosko Photography

✅ We leveled up our knowledge Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dr. Brittany Marks led an in-depth session on pelvic floor evaluation + treatment
✔ When to assess
✔ What to look for
✔ How to identify who truly needs pelvic health PT

Because the truth is…
➡️ Many people are dealing with symptoms they think are “normal”
➡️ But they’re actually treatable

Shoutout to Dr. Brittany + Dr. Capri for leading the way in pelvic health 💙

✅ We showed up in the community
Dr. Matthew King representing at the Norwin Chamber Annual Dinner
Building relationships. Supporting local. Growing together.

✅ We impacted the next generation of athletes
Our FREE ACL Prevention Workshop was a huge success 💥
Teaching athletes how to:
✔ Move better
✔ Get stronger
✔ Reduce injury risk

Because prevention > rehab.

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At King PT, we don’t just treat injuries…
we build people, educate our community, and raise the standard of care.

💬 If you want to move better, feel better, and perform at your best…
DM “MOVE” and we’ll get you started.

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Your goals become our plan.
Your progress is our purpose.

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.

04/06/2026

Movement Monday

This gentle stretch helps maintain ankle motion for daily activities!

https://vimeo.com/showcase/12067383?video=1150401584

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from our King PT family to yours ✝️🐰

A day of renewal, hope, and new beginnings—both in life and in movement.

We’re grateful to be part of your journey.

Your goals become our plan. Your progress is our purpose.

04/03/2026

Fun Fact Friday

Contact our clinic to keep your joints moving smoothly.

04/02/2026

🚫 Therapy Thursday Myth: “Rest is the best solution for pain”

Not quite.

Too much rest can actually:
❌ Increase stiffness
❌ Lead to weakness
❌ Slow down recovery

The body heals through the right kind of movement—not complete shutdown.

At King PT, we don’t just tell you to “stay active.”
We show you exactly how to move safely, confidently, and effectively.

Because:
👉 The wrong movement can irritate it
👉 The right movement can heal it

Your goals become our plan. Your progress is our purpose.

If you’ve been told to “just rest” but you’re not getting better…
📩 DM us “MOVE” and we’ll help guide you.

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📚 Evidence supports staying active for most musculoskeletal pain conditions
(van Tulder et al., Spine, 2006)

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04/01/2026

Why It Works Wednesday

Your physical therapist may look at how daily routines relate to spine pain flare-ups. Some people find small adjustments help manage discomfort during the day.
✅ Tip: Comfort and variety matter more than holding one position.

03/30/2026

Movement Monday

Step one foot back, keep the heel down, and gently lean forward while holding support. Hold 30 seconds and repeat two to three times each side.

https://vimeo.com/showcase/12067383?video=1150398532