ProActiv Physical Therapy

08/06/2025

🏃‍♀️💥 The Ever-So-Scary ACL Tear 💥🏃‍♂️
What Every Athlete (and Parent) Should Know

ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tears are one of the most feared injuries in sports — and for good reason. They often occur during sudden stops, pivots, or awkward landings, common in soccer, basketball, volleyball, and football.

🚺 Did You Know?
Female athletes are up to 6x more likely to tear their ACLs than males, especially in sports like soccer and basketball.
This is due to a mix of anatomy, muscle imbalances, and movement patterns — but the good news? It’s preventable.

🏋️‍♀️ Exercises That Help Prevent ACL Injuries:
✅ Glute bridges – Strengthen the posterior chain
✅ Single-leg squats – Improve knee control
✅ Lateral band walks – Fire up the glutes
✅ Jump & land mechanics – Practice soft, controlled landings
✅ Hamstring curls – Balance quad dominance
✅ Balance drills – Enhance joint stability

Adding these into regular warm-ups or training sessions can lower injury risk significantly — especially for young female athletes.

🏠 At-Home ACL Function Test:
Try a single-leg hop test or drop jump test:

Stand on one leg, hop forward, land, and try to hold your balance.

Drop off a small box (8–12 inches), land, and observe your knees — do they collapse inward?

If balance is poor, or the knees buckle inward on landing, this may signal increased risk for ACL injury — and it’s a sign to start preventive training or get a movement screening.

🏥 How ProActiv PT Can Help:
We offer ACL injury risk screenings, sport-specific strength programs, and cutting-edge treatments like dry needling and shockwave therapy to support rehab and performance.
Whether it's prevention or recovery, our team will guide you every step of the way.

🚫 Don’t let an ACL tear sideline your season — take action now!
📞 419-532-3337
🌐 www.proactivtherapy.com

08/05/2025

🏈🏐 Knee Ligament Injuries: What You Need to Know! 🏐🏈

Knee sprains and strains are one of the most common fall sports injuries — often caused by sudden stops, pivots, or direct impact, leading to overstretched or torn ligaments like the ACL, MCL, or LCL.

How do they heal?
Minor sprains may improve in 2–4 weeks, but more serious ligament injuries can take 6–12+ weeks depending on the severity. Healing involves calming inflammation, restoring motion, and gradually rebuilding strength, balance, and sport-specific movement.

Self-Treatment Tips (First 48–72 hours):
✅ Rest and avoid activities that cause pain
✅ Ice for 15–20 minutes every few hours
✅ Use a knee sleeve or compression wrap
✅ Elevate the leg when possible
✅ Avoid twisting, squatting, or deep bending early on

When to see a physical therapist:
If you feel instability, swelling, or sharp pain, or if you're still limping or can't bend the knee fully after a few days — it's time for a professional evaluation.

How ProActiv PT can help:
Our expert team creates sport-specific rehab plans to get you back quickly and safely. We use dry needling and shockwave therapy to reduce pain, improve healing, and restore muscle function fast. We'll guide you through strength, balance, and agility drills designed to prevent re-injury.

Don’t let a knee injury derail your season — let’s rebuild stronger and smarter! 💪

📞 419-532-3337
🌐 www.proactivtherapy.com

08/01/2025

🏈⚽️ Ankle Sprains: What You Need to Know! ⚽️🏈

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries in fall sports — caused when the ligaments around your ankle stretch or tear from twisting or rolling your foot.

How do they heal?
Mild sprains can heal in 2-4 weeks, while moderate to severe ones may take 6-8 weeks or longer. Recovery involves reducing swelling, restoring motion, and rebuilding strength and stability.

Self-Treatment Tips (First 48-72 hours):
✅ Rest and avoid putting weight on the ankle
✅ Ice 15–20 minutes every few hours
✅ Compression with an ACE wrap or sleeve
✅ Elevate the ankle above heart level
✅ Avoid heat, massage, or stretching too early

When to see a physical therapist:
If swelling, pain, or instability continues, or if you’re struggling to walk normally after a few days — it’s time to get help.

How ProActiv PT can help:
Our team uses cutting-edge treatments like dry needling and shockwave therapy to reduce pain, accelerate healing, and restore mobility. Plus, we tailor your rehab to your sport to get you safely back on the field or court — stronger and more confident.

Don’t let an ankle sprain sideline your season — let’s get you back in the game! 💪

📞 419-532-3337
🌐 www.proactivtherapy.com

07/31/2025

🍂⚽ August 1st is near! — and that means the start of fall sports! 🏈🏐

This is one of my favorite times of the year. As a former soccer player myself, I always looked forward to this season — the practices, the competition, and the team camaraderie.

But with the excitement also comes risk. Some of the most common fall sports injuries we see include:
➡ Ankle sprains
➡ Knee pain (like patellofemoral syndrome or ACL issues)
➡ Muscle strains
➡ Shoulder injuries
➡ Concussions

Even minor injuries shouldn’t be ignored — what starts as a “tweak” or tightness can quickly turn into a major issue if not treated early. That’s where physical therapy comes in. Our goal at ProActiv Physical Therapy is to keep athletes on the field and performing at their best. Being a Putnam County kid, I know these town rivalries mean, so we need our best on the field/court at all times!

📅 Throughout August, I’ll be sharing tips, info, and strategies to prevent and treat common fall sports injuries. So stay tuned in!

👇 Drop any questions or concerns you have about sports injuries in the comments or if you want information on a specific condition — I’d love to help!

Let’s make this season the healthiest one yet! 💪

07/29/2025

💥 What Is Dry Needling? 💥
Dry needling is a skilled treatment technique performed by our Doctors of Physical Therapy that targets tight muscles, trigger points, and deep tissue tension using thin, sterile needles.

✅ What Does It Do?
Dry needling helps:

Release tight muscle bands
Improve blood flow and healing
Reduce pain and inflammation
Restore normal movement patterns

🎯 What Can It Help With?
Dry needling is effective for:

Neck & back pain
Shoulder and knee issues
Sports injuries
Headaches and TMJ pain
Chronic muscle tightness
Sciatica and nerve-related pain

💪 Feel better. Move better. Heal faster.

📞 Call us at 419-532-3337 or visit www.proactivtherapy.com to schedule!
➡️ Don’t wait—relief is one session away.

07/28/2025

🚨 What is Shockwave Therapy? 🚨

Shockwave Therapy is a cutting-edge, non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic sound waves to stimulate healing and reduce pain—without the need for medication or surgery!

✅ How it Helps:
Shockwave increases blood flow, breaks up scar tissue and calcifications, and jumpstarts your body’s natural healing process. Most patients notice pain relief and improved mobility after just a few sessions.

🩺 Conditions We Treat with Shockwave:
🔹 Plantar fasciitis & heel pain
🔹 Achilles tendinitis
🔹 Tennis/golfer’s elbow
🔹 Shoulder tendinopathy
🔹 Shin splints
🔹 Chronic muscle or joint pain
🔹 Hip bursitis
🔹 Scar tissue & more!

💥 If you've been struggling with a nagging injury or chronic pain that won’t go away—shockwave might be the game-changer you’ve been waiting for.

🙌 Already had success with shockwave at ProActiv PT?
We’d love for you to refer a friend or family member who’s dealing with pain—we’ll help them get back to living pain-free just like you!

📞 Call us at 419-532-3337 or visit www.proactivtherapy.com to schedule your evaluation today!

👉 At ProActiv Physical Therapy, you get 1-on-1 every visit. Personalized, effective, and focused on YOU.

07/15/2025

🎯 Accelerate Your Recovery at PROACTIV PT! 💪

Whether you're recovering from surgery, struggling with dizziness, battling chronic pain, or pushing for peak sports performance — ProActiv Physical Therapy has the tools and expertise to get you back to doing what you love.

🏃‍♂️ Services we offer:
✅ Dry Needling – Relieve tight muscles and reduce pain
✅ Shockwave Therapy – Stimulate healing in stubborn injuries
✅ Vestibular Rehab – Improve balance and reduce dizziness
✅ Sports Rehab – Recover stronger and prevent future injuries
✅ Post-Surgical Rehab – Get the care you need to heal right

💡 Why choose us?
✨ One-on-one personalized care
✨ See your Doctor of Physical Therapy every visit
✨ Customized plans to meet your goals
✨ Small-town care with big-time results

Don’t wait for pain to slow you down. Start healing faster and moving better—the PROACTIV way!

📞 Call us at 419-532-3337 or visit www.proactivtherapy.com to schedule your first appointment.

Need physical therapy in Northwest Ohio? ProActiv Physical Therapy provides expert care to heal injuries, reduce pain, and restore movement!

06/30/2025

🌞 Summer Pain Slowing You Down? We Can Help! 🌿

At ProActiv Physical Therapy, we know how important it is to stay active and pain-free — especially in the summer! Whether it’s 🌻 knee pain while gardening, 🧳 back pain before your vacation, or 💪 shoulder tension from weekend yardwork, we’ve got the tools to help you move better and feel stronger.

💥 Our services include:
✔️ Traditional therapy with exercises & stretches
✔️ Hands-on manual therapy
✔️ IASTM & cupping
✔️ Dry needling
✔️ Shockwave therapy for chronic pain

✨ Don’t let aches and pains hold you back this season. Call us today at 419-532-3337 or visit www.proactivtherapy.com to schedule your appointment!

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Need physical therapy in Northwest Ohio? ProActiv Physical Therapy provides expert care to heal injuries, reduce pain, and restore movement!

06/26/2025

🌟 Support Local, Vote Local! 🌟

We’re asking for YOUR vote in the 2025 “Best of the Region” through The Lima News! 🗳️

We are in the first category: Beauty & Health - Physical Therapy

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📅 Voting is open — let’s show the strength of our small towns!

At ProActiv Physical Therapy, we’re proud to represent Putnam County, where small businesses are built on hard work, community, and personal care. Your vote isn’t just for us — it’s for every small-town business striving to make a difference right here at home.

💙 Help shine a spotlight on the heart of Northwest Ohio.
✅ Vote.
✅ Share.
✅ Support local.

Vote for your favorite local businesses, events and organizations on The Lima News' Best of the Region ballot.

06/24/2025

☀️ Stay Active, Stay Pain-Free This Summer! ☀️

Don't let aches and pains keep you from enjoying your favorite summer activities! Whether it's walking around the yard, gardening, landscaping, or prepping for that much-needed vacation 🌴—ProActiv Physical Therapy is here to help you move better and feel your best!

🏃‍♂️ Struggling with stiffness or soreness?
🌿 Is your back or knee barking after yard work?
🧳 Want to be pain-free before your big trip?

We’ve got you covered with:
✅ Customized exercises & stretches
✅ Hands-on manual therapy (including IASTM & cupping)
✅ Expert dry needling
✅ Powerful shockwave therapy

👉 Let us help you get back to doing what you love—without pain!
📞 Call us at 419-532-3337 or visit www.proactivtherapy.com to schedule your summer tune-up!

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06/12/2025

🧡 Tired of Nagging Pain That Just Won’t Go Away? 🧡
Find Relief with Dry Needling & Shockwave Therapy at ProActiv PT!

If tight muscles, tendon pain, or chronic stiffness are slowing you down, it’s time to try something that works—without medication or surgery.

💥 Shockwave Therapy – Breaks up scar tissue, stimulates healing, and reduces chronic pain in:
• Shoulder tendinitis
• Plantar fasciitis
• Hip bursitis
• Elbow pain (tennis/golfer’s elbow)
• More!

🪡 Dry Needling – Releases trigger points and improves mobility in:
• Neck and back pain
• Headaches
• Muscle spasms
• Overuse injuries

🟢 Fast. Effective. Evidence-Based Relief.

✔ Customized one-on-one care
✔ Get better faster, move better, live pain-free
✔ Trusted by active adults, athletes, and post-surgical patients in Kalida

📞 Call 419-532-3337 or visit www.proactivtherapy.com to schedule
🏠 At ProActiv PT, we help you heal the right way—naturally.

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06/11/2025

💡 Did You Know? 💡
Physical Therapy can do more than just help after an injury!

At ProActiv Physical Therapy, our customized treatment plans are designed to:
✅ Reduce pain without medications
✅ Improve mobility and strength
✅ Speed up recovery after surgery
✅ Prevent future injuries
✅ Help you avoid unnecessary injections or surgery

Whether you're recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic pain, or just want to move better—PT can help you get back to doing what you love.

👉 Start your journey with ProActiv Physical Therapy today.
📞 Call us at 419-532-3337
🌐 www.proactivtherapy.com