Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy - Nampa

04/09/2026

Shoulder and elbow pain in throwing athletes is often the result of breakdowns in strength, mobility, and mechanics throughout the entire body.

Whether you play baseball, softball, or another overhead sport, understanding how to prevent throwing injuries can help you stay healthy and keep performing at your best.

Protect your shoulder and elbow with simple, effective habits.

👉 Read the full blog at the link in bio.

04/08/2026

Should Runners Stretch Before or After Running?
It Depends...

➡️ Dynamic stretching before your run: wake up your muscles
➡️ Static stretching after your run: help your muscles recover

Whether you’re ramping up for a spring race, hitting peak summer mileage, or maintaining fitness through the off-season, one thing stays constant: how you stretch matters as much as how you train.

Read the blog to learn more!
🔗 https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/should-runners-stretch-before-or-after-running/

❓Questions about your running routine? Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your tenth marathon, a physical therapist can help you build a stretching and training program that keeps you healthy all season. You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see a PT in most states.
Stretch smarter this season.
🌟Visit our website to find a clinic near you and book an appointment! https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/

04/06/2026

Runner warm-up routine for 5K training 🏃‍♂️

Most runners skip this—and feel it by mile 2.

If your first mile feels stiff, slow, or heavy… your body isn’t ready yet.

Try these 3 quick moves before your run:
• Open up your hips
• Activate your glutes
• Loosen your stride

It takes less than 60 seconds—but it can completely change how your run feels.

Save this for your next run and try it today.

Run strong today. Still run in July.

04/03/2026

⏱️Waiting on aches and injuries to get worse only slows you down.

👉 Early intervention with physical therapy can shorten recovery, improve performance, and help you stay in the game.

Don’t wait until June to treat April pains — acting now makes all the difference. 📅

Feeling aches? Schedule early and get back to the sports you love faster.

🔗 Follow our link in the bio to schedule your appointment now!

04/01/2026

Happy National Walking Day!

Where are you walking today? Tell us in the comments!

03/31/2026

New challenge, are you in?

Balance on one foot on an unstable surface. Hold a stick in one hand and try to catch as many cones as possible.
How many did you get?

👉🏼Leave us a comment or tag us in your video.

03/30/2026

Want to build full-body endurance?

Locomotion—the art of moving your body efficiently through space!

This ties everything together, combining strength, coordination, and endurance for real-world activities like walking, running, carrying loads, or chasing the kids.

Key Form Tips:
• Maintain tall posture—chest up, core braced, shoulders down.
• Smooth, controlled steps or crawls—think “strong and stable.”
• Natural arm swing for balance and power.
• Breathe steadily throughout the movement.

Common Mistake to Avoid:
• Slouching forward or rushing with poor posture—keep upright to protect your spine and maximize efficiency!
• Shuffling feet or dragging (reduces power)—drive from heels/toes with intent.
• Holding breath—keep rhythmic inhales/exhales for better endurance.

Goals & Progressions:
• Beginners: Unloaded farmer’s walks or bear crawls (short distances), 3 sets of 20-40 meters.
• Intermediate: Add light weights (dumbbells/kettlebells) to carries.
• Advanced: Heavy loaded carries, sled pushes, or longer bear crawl circuits.

Why It Matters:Locomotion builds full-body endurance, grip/core strength, metabolic conditioning, and smoother gait—preventing injuries and boosting daily mobility.

You’ve now mastered all 7 functional movements—massive congrats! Combine them in workouts and feel unstoppable all year

Share your favorite from the series. What’s next for your training goals?

03/26/2026

Most tennis and court sport players rush through their warm-up, or skip it entirely.
This can lead to early-season stiffness, soreness, or even injury❌

🌟We’ve broken down a step-by-step dynamic warm-up that prepares your hips, shoulders, and core so you can move better on the court.

💾 Save this tip for your next match
👉 Get the full routine ➡️ Link in the bio

03/25/2026

Spring sports are back — but jumping in too hard can bench you fast. 🏃‍♂️💨

Weekend warriors: avoid aches, strains, and injuries with gradual return, recovery strategies, and mobility exercises.

💡 Stay active all season — don’t get sidelined in week two.

Read more ➡️ link in the bio

03/23/2026

Movement Monday | Spring Warm-Up for Recreational Athletes

Getting back to tennis, pickleball, golf, or running? Start with a dynamic warm-up to improve mobility, coordination, and injury prevention.

This sequence includes:
• Footwork prep — quick steps, shuffle, and backpedal to stay light and ready
• Walking lunge + rotation — activate hips, core, and rotational control
• Straight leg kicks — improve hamstring mobility and coordination
• Sumo lunges — build strength for lateral movement and stability
• Arm circles + shoulder rolls — prep shoulders for overhead and rotational activity

Focus on controlled movement and proper form—not speed.

Your body deserves a warm-up—no matter your age.

Share this with a teammate who needs a better warm-up.

03/20/2026

If your child plays sports, performance testing can be a powerful tool for injury prevention and athletic development.

By evaluating how an athlete moves, jumps, lands, and stabilizes, physical therapists can identify weaknesses or imbalances that may increase injury risk. Early insights help young athletes train smarter, move better, and perform with confidence.

Whether they play soccer, basketball, volleyball, or another sport, understanding movement mechanics can support both performance and long-term health.

Confidence starts with knowing how your body moves.

Read more:
https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/the-benefits-of-performance-testing-to-athletes/

Ready to schedule?
🔗Book online here: https://request.therapeuticassociates.com/tai-patients/welcome

03/19/2026

Sports Performance Testing for Youth Athletes | Pre-Season Injury Prevention

Before the season starts, many athletes jump straight into training and competition without understanding their movement baseline. Pre-season sports performance testing helps identify key factors that impact both athletic performance and injury risk.

A sports performance test evaluates important areas such as strength, balance, mobility, and movement asymmetries. These factors can influence speed, power, coordination, and overall performance in sport.

Pre-season athlete screening helps uncover weaknesses early so athletes can train with a clear plan instead of guesswork. Addressing mobility limitations, strength deficits, and imbalances can improve movement efficiency and reduce the risk of common sports injuries.

This type of testing is especially valuable for youth athletes during growth spurts, when rapid physical changes can affect coordination, balance, and mobility.

💡 Test first. Then train smarter.

Therapeutic Associates physical therapists support athletes with sports performance testing, injury prevention strategies, and individualized training recommendations.

📍 Serving athletes at Therapeutic Associates clinics across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California.

Find a clinic near you: therapeuticassociates.com/locations

12/14/2025

Skip the call. Book online in seconds!

Nampa patients can now view availability and schedule appointments online - fast, easy, and on your time - 24/7.

https://bit.ly/OnlineScheduling_TAINampa

12/11/2025

New! Now Offering Online Scheduling 🎉

You can now book your visit at our Nampa clinic online — anytime, anywhere.

🗓️ Click below to schedule your appointment today.

https://bit.ly/OnlineScheduling_TAINampa

12/09/2025

We’ve Made Scheduling Even Easier!

Our Nampa clinic now offers online scheduling. Choose your appointment time and book in just a few clicks!

https://bit.ly/OnlineScheduling_TAINampa

08/25/2025

Calling all youth and high school baseball players/parents! Come join us at TAI in Nampa for an arm care talk. Learn how to properly manage workload, prevent injuries and lengthen your baseball career!

Register with the link below!
https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/youth-baseball-arm-care-seminar-nampa-id/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMZjk9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWU2liVGlKY28wMENITXo4AR55jY-G8Y4UZWc2IuMWRC7XOHypzx3xt5DF2sCWIO-O-6bRenZmY_8AYhnQNA_aem_j13TQC21W_KlS-BHtSuCGw

10/03/2024

Therapeutic Associates Nampa is hiring a full time Pelvic Health physical therapist!

Some TAI Perks:
Employees (and their families) Medical with Vision & Prescription and Dental Insurance
Interactive Wellness Program with rewards for balanced, healthy living and mental health
Employee Assistance Plan
Employees (and their families) Life & AD&D
Long Term Disability and Professional Liability Insurance
Employees (and their families) eligible for employee & family Physical Therapy benefits
Accrue up to 15 days of PTO (sick and vacation time)-increases with tenure
6 paid holidays, 1 charitable giving day, and up to 2 personal holidays
401(k) and profit-sharing program (Up to 5% of total compensation)

Manual Therapy Mentorship Opportunity
Continuing Education Stipend
Continuing Education PTO
PT Cohort – 2-year professional development programming
NAIOMT clinical course work towards COMT certification (quarterly in person)
MedBridge Learning Subscription
One-to-One Mentorship Program
Tuition Advancement program pre and post professional (application process)
Employee Service Scholarship
Orthopedic Residency Program opportunity (application process)
Community and philanthropic support through individual grants and

Apply Here: https://us241.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/tai/Posting/View/17035

07/18/2023

Get pumped for Idaho Running Day on September 16th, a fantastic race featuring distances ranging from 5k to a full marathon! We're thrilled to be a proud sponsor of this event.

Best of all, we're offering seminars that will be absolutely FREE and open to everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out. Join us and get ready to have an incredible time! 🏃

In preparation for the race we will be hosting FREE seminars at our clinics throughout the Treasure Valley. Free to all levels of athlete!