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Unbound Physical Therapy, 2385 Vermont Avenue Suite E, Mandan, ND (2025)

12/19/2025

This NeuroMuscular Training (NMT) warm-up designed to lower concussion risk by improving how the body anticipates, absorbs, and reacts to force.

Concussion risk isn’t just about head contact.

It’s about:
✔️ Poor balance & postural control
✔️ Delayed reaction time
✔️ Inadequate neck & trunk stability
✔️ Inefficient deceleration mechanics

Research shows that athletes with better neuromuscular control, balance, and reaction timing experience fewer head impacts and reduced injury risk.

This warm-up trains:
• Balance & vestibular integration
• Reaction speed & visual processing
• Trunk & neck stability
• Body awareness during chaos

A warm-up that only raises heart rate isn’t enough.

We warm up the brain + body together.

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11/20/2025

🚨 JUST HIT YOUR HEAD? If you or your child may have a concussion, taking the right steps early makes a big difference in recovery.

1️⃣ Remove From Activity Stop playing or doing anything high-risk, even if you feel “fine.” Symptoms can be delayed.

2️⃣ Monitor Closely for 24–48 Hours Watch for danger signs: • worsening headache • repeated vomiting • confusion or slurred speech • unequal pupils or weakness • seizures or loss of consciousness ➡️ If any appear, go to the ER immediately.

3️⃣ Light Rest — Not Total Isolation Avoid screens, loud noises, and bright lights for a short period. Light walking or quiet activity is okay if symptoms don’t worsen. Avoid lying in a dark room for days — it actually slows recovery.

4️⃣ See a Concussion-Trained Provider Early evaluation shortens recovery and ensures you’re healing properly. A proper assessment looks at vision, balance, the neck, and risks for prolonged symptoms.

What NOT to do: ✘ Don’t return to sport, school, or work too soon ✘ Don’t judge recovery only by symptoms ✘ Don’t take ibuprofen or aspirin right away ✘ Don’t skip a professional assessment

Typical Recovery: • Adults: 7–10 days • Kids/teens: up to 4 weeks Recovery depends on how early you recognized the injury, how you rested, and overall health.

BOTTOM LINE: Remove. Monitor. Rest lightly. Get evaluated. Your brain will thank you.

If you need expert concussion care or a return-to-play plan, UNBOUND Physical Therapy & Performance is here to help. Send us a message anytime.

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11/12/2025

🎉 GRAND OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎉

We’re excited to officially open the doors to our new location at

📍 2385 Vermont Ave, Suite E, Bismarck, ND!

Join Unbound Physical Therapy & Performance and Coach Kayla T as we celebrate with our community!

🗓 Friday, November 21st
⏰ 3PM – 7PM (Ribbon cutting at 3PM)

Come hang out, tour the new space, and enjoy:
✅ Raffle prizes — including 2 recovery sessions and 3 mobility tools
✅ Appetizers & desserts
✅ Mocktails by Enticed

We can’t wait to celebrate with you and show you what we’ve been building together! 💪

👉 RSVP using the QR code on the flyer and come see how we’re leveling up athlete rehab and performance in Bismarck!

11/11/2025

Today we remember the strength, courage, and sacrifice of our Veterans.

10/15/2025

🧠 Can You Prevent a Concussion? Not entirely — but you can reduce your risk.

Concussions are complex brain injuries, and while no equipment or exercise can make you completely “concussion-proof,” research shows a few smart habits can lower the chances or reduce the severity of head impacts.

✅ 1️⃣ Wear a Mouth Guard While mouthguards don’t stop concussions completely, several studies show they can reduce the force transferred to the skull and brain during contact — especially in sports like hockey, football, and rugby. A systematic review (Emery et al., British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2017) found athletes who consistently wore mouthguards had a lower rate of concussion and dental injury compared to those who didn’t.

✅ 2️⃣ Perform a Neuromuscular Training (NMT) Warm-Up Structured warm-ups like FIFA 11+, Hockey Canada’s NMT program, or tailored neck and balance drills improve neck strength, reaction time, and body control — all factors that can help athletes better manage contact and falls.
 Studies show NMT programs can reduce overall head and neck injury risk by up to 40–50% in youth and high school sports (Herman et al., Sports Medicine, 2012; Emery et al., BJSM, 2015).

While we can’t eliminate concussion risk, consistent prevention strategies make a real difference.

🩺 If your team or athlete wants to build a concussion prevention and performance plan, we can help.
 👉 Message us or head over to unboundphysicaltherapy.com for more info!

10/15/2025

🧠 Can You Prevent a Concussion? Not entirely — but you can reduce your risk.

Concussions are complex brain injuries, and while no equipment or exercise can make you completely “concussion-proof,” research shows a few smart habits can lower the chances or reduce the severity of head impacts.

✅ 1️⃣ Wear a Mouth Guard While mouthguards don’t stop concussions completely, several studies show they can reduce the force transferred to the skull and brain during contact — especially in sports like hockey, football, and rugby. A systematic review (Emery et al., British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2017) found athletes who consistently wore mouthguards had a lower rate of concussion and dental injury compared to those who didn’t.

✅ 2️⃣ Perform a Neuromuscular Training (NMT) Warm-Up Structured warm-ups like FIFA 11+, Hockey Canada’s NMT program, or tailored neck and balance drills improve neck strength, reaction time, and body control — all factors that can help athletes better manage contact and falls.
 Studies show NMT programs can reduce overall head and neck injury risk by up to 40–50% in youth and high school sports (Herman et al., Sports Medicine, 2012; Emery et al., BJSM, 2015).

While we can’t eliminate concussion risk, consistent prevention strategies make a real difference.

🩺 If your team or athlete wants to build a concussion prevention and performance plan, we can help.
 👉 Message us or head over to unboundphysicaltherapy.com for more info!

10/13/2025

Do you ever come back from a weekend of glassing and carrying pack with neck pain?

I know I do! Even with the pack fitted right and trying to stay in a good position while looking through the glass it happens….

Here are my go to exercises for when neck and upper back pain strike!

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