Manual Therapy Effects

Manual Therapy Effects A 1 on 1, hands on PT clinic specialized in helping active 40+ adults & athletes move freely again!

Tip of the Day: Take some time each day to check in with your body. A level of mindfulness can go a long way to your o...
03/24/2025

Tip of the Day: Take some time each day to check in with your body. A level of mindfulness can go a long way to your overall wellness mentally and physically.

MYTH: PT is only for people with injuries.FACT: PT is a powerful ally in managing chronic issues, improving posture, and...
03/21/2025

MYTH: PT is only for people with injuries.
FACT: PT is a powerful ally in managing chronic issues, improving posture, and improving sports performance in the aging athlete (looking at my Gen X folks). While we may not be 20 something, we can adapt to the age related changes our bodies go through with grace and long term wellness.

We made it out of winter! We've had 1st spring earlier in the month, we are still in the midst of 5th or 6th winter, bu...
03/20/2025

We made it out of winter! We've had 1st spring earlier in the month, we are still in the midst of 5th or 6th winter, but soon the warmth will hit us. At least we don't have to worry too much about S-N...😂

Spring fever is kicking in and the grass is greener....
03/18/2025

Spring fever is kicking in and the grass is greener....

Tips to prioritize your physical health:1) Rest and recovery-REST ie sleep is essential to allow your body to recover fr...
03/18/2025

Tips to prioritize your physical health:
1) Rest and recovery-REST ie sleep is essential to allow your body to recover from workouts and long "stressful" days. Other aspects of recovery is to stretch, hydrate and refuel to optimize how your body rebuilds itself.
2) Regular movement- For best results, move everyday. Whether it's walking, housework, yardwork, working out at the gym...motion is lotion. If you fall into a sedentary lifestyle of little movement, your body will adapt to that LACK of activity in the form of stiffness, pain, decreased mobility and maybe even the loss of your independence.
3) Listen to your body-BUT not too loudly. On one end of the spectrum, there are those that will just grind out workouts because it's what they do or it's what's on the training schedule failing to take into account other factors. On the other end, you have those who shy away from activity at the first sign of ANY discomfort not knowing whether it's a productive "discomfort" or if it's a "stop something's wrong discomfort". Let's face it, exercise and working out is work. There will be some degree of effort and discomfort that will go into it IF you want to build a stronger, fitter body. If it was easy, everyone would do it, right?

It's Selection Sunday! One of my favorite times of year only enhanced when my alma mater will make runs (ladies and the...
03/16/2025

It's Selection Sunday! One of my favorite times of year only enhanced when my alma mater will make runs (ladies and the men, the women have a better chance, but stranger things have happened) for another championship. Who else is excited for another round of March Madness excitement?

Women who also maybe moms or caregivers, tend to put their own needs on the back burner while trying to juggle the weigh...
03/14/2025

Women who also maybe moms or caregivers, tend to put their own needs on the back burner while trying to juggle the weight of the world on their shoulders.

Ladies...you are only as good and effective a mom or caregiver if you are at your best. If your body is breaking down, you can't give your best self. Do yourself a favor, and take of you. Your family or friends will understand. You don't need to take on the world by yourself. Be the best version of yourself for the people you love.

Has Daylight Savings wrecked your body clock this week?Sleep is important for your body to recover and rebuild. Poor sl...
03/12/2025

Has Daylight Savings wrecked your body clock this week?

Sleep is important for your body to recover and rebuild. Poor sleep can lead to chronic long term issues with your body such as not being able to recover from exercise or the prior day's activities (mental and physical). This can lead to increased cortisol levels (stress), slowed metabolism, hypertension, depression, heart disease, diabetes and stroke.

Aim to get 7-8 hrs of sleep each night. Go to sleep and wake up at the same time while keeping your meals at consistent times as well. Your body has a natural rhythm it likes to stay with, if it's all wonky, then your sleep will suffer.

Now is a good time to get those niggles addressed. Speak to a LIVE Doctor of Physical Therapy (vs. Dr. Google
02/28/2025

Now is a good time to get those niggles addressed. Speak to a LIVE Doctor of Physical Therapy (vs. Dr. Google

3 Tips to Avoid Injury this Spring:1) Warm up and dynamic stretching prior to activity2) Stay hydrated throughout the da...
02/27/2025

3 Tips to Avoid Injury this Spring:
1) Warm up and dynamic stretching prior to activity
2) Stay hydrated throughout the day. If you're doing a cardio session for more than 45-60 min, consider sports drinks to make sure your electrolytes are topped off for optimal continued performance
3) Strengthen muscles that need attention along with all the muscles that do heavy hitting.

Need help with developing a good plan? Learn more: www.sportsinjuryexperttysons.com

TIP OF THE DAYDon't skip your stretching! I'm looking at you aging athletes. We might have blown off the stretching i...
02/26/2025

TIP OF THE DAY

Don't skip your stretching! I'm looking at you aging athletes. We might have blown off the stretching in our 20's, but flexibility shouldn't be overlooked. By your 40's, you might realize, "I don't bend that way anymore". It's not too late. You can get some or all of it back if you stretch consistently as part of your self care and body maintenance. Your body will thank you and you will also decrease your chances for injury.

Need help to develop your own program? Learn more: www.sportsinjuryexperttysons.com

With spring around the corner (regardless of what the groundhog might have said), what are your goals for the spring sea...
02/23/2025

With spring around the corner (regardless of what the groundhog might have said), what are your goals for the spring season?

Myth: You only need PT after an injury.FACT: PT can be preventative to help you STAY ACTIVE, decrease injury risk and im...
02/21/2025

Myth: You only need PT after an injury.
FACT: PT can be preventative to help you STAY ACTIVE, decrease injury risk and improve performance.

PT can help you stay on top of chronic pain points and even prevent future injuries.

Learn more: www.sportsinjuryexperttysons.com

??? Question of the Day ????What's the most common mistake people make when starting sports in the spring?ANSWER: Doi...
02/20/2025

??? Question of the Day ????

What's the most common mistake people make when starting sports in the spring?

ANSWER: Doing too much, too soon. The weather breaks, you can get outside, and you've got your goal event in sight. However, all the enthusiasm can get you in trouble. Much like the well intentioned new year's resolutions, the lure of spring weather and races around the corner to "catch up" with lost training can bite you in the back side.

Consistency in training and workouts is the thing that will get you to the start line healthy. The race is the victory lap for all the hard work you've put in.

Need help reaching those goals and avoid training mistakes? Go to www.manualtherapyfx.com to find out more.

Aging athletes (I'm talking to you 40 plus folks) NEED to warm up prior to their activities/workouts. Our muscles just ...
02/18/2025

Aging athletes (I'm talking to you 40 plus folks) NEED to warm up prior to their activities/workouts. Our muscles just don't move as readily as our younger selves so it's important to ease into our activities and then work some mobility to "prime" ourselves. Once you get going, then the body is willing to do it's thing. Even cool downs are beneficial in helping to flush out any residual waste our body produces when we "work". Static stretching or just easy walking/spinning, let's the body get back to a baseline.

Want to learn more? Go to www.manualtherapyfx.com

Spring is around the corner. Do you have lingering injuries that just haven't resolved themselves? Have a big spring r...
02/16/2025

Spring is around the corner. Do you have lingering injuries that just haven't resolved themselves? Have a big spring race or event coming up?

Take advantage of our FREE discovery visit. You can find out how we can help you get back on track and stay active. Learn more: www.manualtherapyfx.com

Ergonomics matter! It helps promote ideal posture and less body strain because your body parts are where they should be...
02/15/2025

Ergonomics matter! It helps promote ideal posture and less body strain because your body parts are where they should be for greatest efficiency.

Avoid neck and shoulder pain, get your ergonomics sorted out.

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