Proactive Core Health

03/21/2026

Herbs for Health
(Not intended as medical advice, just information. Please research or talk to your physician to learn more on your own.)

Calendula
Commonly known for its beautiful orange yellowish flowers, it has been used for centuries to promote healing. It is known for it's anti-inflammatory properties, regeneration and hydration of skin and hair, wound healing abilities, and soothing itchy dry skin, bug bites, rosacea, and redness.
Calendula Officinalis is not the same as Marigold, but they are part of the same family. You can use this as an extract or infused oil. Calendula is packed with antioxidants, which means it's also great for tea!

03/20/2026

Physical Therapy Fun Facts

The average adult human brain weighs about 3 pounds; that’s about as much as a half-gallon of milk. Men* tend to have slightly larger brains than women, but this does not impact intelligence.

03/19/2026

Before Pregnancy – Prepare Your Body for Pregnancy

Thinking about having a baby? Your body goes through incredible changes during pregnancy, and preparing ahead of time can make a big difference!

Seeing a physical therapist before pregnancy can help you:
✔ Strengthen your core and pelvic floor
✔ Improve posture and body mechanics
✔ Address any existing pain or injuries
✔ Learn exercises that support a healthy pregnancy

A strong, balanced body can help reduce discomfort and make pregnancy and delivery smoother.

Your journey to motherhood can start with taking care of your body today.
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03/17/2026

Physical Therapy Funnies

03/16/2026

Diane is a wonderful client who wrote a beautiful testimony!
Check it out!!

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03/16/2026

Scheduling changes coming to the studio soon. Be sure to check out the link in the comments section below.

03/15/2026

03/14/2026

Herbs for Health
(Not intended as medical advice, just information. Please research or talk to your physician to learn more on your own.)

Box Elder
The inner bark of this plant is often considered emetic to help induce vomiting. However the sap of this plant can be used and consumed either fresh or boiled and it is recommended to tap the trees in early January until the first leave appear. Beware that the box elder seedling do resemble poison ivy. Be sure you have good plant identification on this one!

03/13/2026

Physical Therapy Fun Facts

On average, your spinal cord stops growing at 4 years old. Your spinal cord consists of a bundle of nervous tissue and support cells that are responsible for sending messages from your brain throughout your body.

03/12/2026

Urinary leaks aren’t something you just have to accept after motherhood. Let’s address the root cause — skip the pads and choose pelvic PT instead.

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03/09/2026

Pain that lingers is your body asking for help.
Many patients wait weeks before seeking PT- often after pain becomes chronic.

4 Signs to look for:

1. Pain lasting more than 2 weeks
If your back pain hasn’t improved after 10–14 days, it’s no longer “just a bad night’s sleep.”
Persistent pain often signals muscle imbalance, joint dysfunction, or disc irritation

2. Pain that radiates down your leg
Sharp, burning, or electric pain traveling into your glutes or leg could indicate nerve involvement

This is NOT something to stretch randomly off YouTube.

3. Morning stiffness that takes a while to ease
Feeling locked up or stiff for 30–60 minutes after waking can indicate joint inflammation or underlying mobility restrictions that need targeted treatment.

4. Recurrent flare-ups
If your pain improves, then keeps coming back every few weeks, your body is compensating somewhere. Temporary relief isn’t the same as resolving the root cause.

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