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09/18/2025

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"My husband has experienced severe hip pain for the past year and has tried several PT practices. We finally discovered your practice and he is beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel. His pain has lessened significantly and is finally getting back to being himself. Your knowledgeable and caring PTs have turned his life around. Thank you Comprehensive Therapy Services!" - D.D.

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09/12/2025

In honor of PCOS Awareness Month 💜 we aim to offer support to those affected by the condition and increase understanding of its complexities.

stands for polycystic ovarian syndrome 👉 a hormonal disorder that affects 1-in-10 women of reproductive age.

Common signs and symptoms of PCOS include: 👇

🔹 Irregular Periods
🔹 Excess Facial and Body Hair
🔹 Severe Acne
🔹 Small Ovarian Cysts
🔹 Insulin Resistance
🔹 Anxiety and Depression
🔹 Infertility
🔹 Weight Gain
🔹 Male Pattern Hair Loss

Exercise can play an important role in managing symptoms. Specifically, research suggests a regular yoga practice may help. Here's why:

🧘‍♀️ Yoga may decrease testosterone levels

🧘‍♀️ Yoga is accessible for many fitness levels

🧘‍♀️ Yoga helps promote deep breathing and relaxation, which may decrease stress and anxiety

🧘‍♀️ Yoga reduces chronic pain

🧘‍♀️ Yoga improves balance and mobility

Below are a few specific yoga poses that might help - schedule an appointment for details on how to perform each one.

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In addition to yoga, movement like walking, jogging, cycling, and swimming can help balance hormones, boost your mood, reduce weight, and manage blood sugar and insulin levels.

⚠️ When it comes to exercise for PCOS, it’s especially important you talk to your doctor if you have other medical conditions that could affect your ability to exercise. ⚠️

Your can work with you to develop a treatment plan to help you reach and maintain a healthy weight and minimize your symptoms.

We're well versed in modifying exercises to meet your specific needs and goals. 💕 Give us a call! 858-457-8419 📞

Learn more at pcosaa.org

09/04/2025

All too often, pain is masked with opioids and medications, which carry risks and side effects. 💊

Whereas opioids only mask the sensation of pain, physical therapists treat pain through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement.

Here's how physical therapists manage pain: 👇

1️⃣ Exercise

💪 A study following 20,000 people over 11 years found that those who exercised on a regular basis, experienced less pain. Among those who exercised more than three times per week, chronic widespread pain was 28% less common. Physical therapists can prescribe exercise specific to your goals and needs.

2️⃣ Manual (Hands-on) Therapy

🤲 Research supports a hands-on approach to treating pain. From carpal tunnel syndrome to low back pain, this type of care can effectively reduce your pain and improve your movement. Physical therapists may use manipulation, joint and soft tissue mobilizations, and dry needling, as well as other strategies in your care.

3️⃣ Education

📚 A large study conducted with military personnel demonstrated that those with back pain who received a 45-minute educational session about pain, were less likely to seek treatment than their peers who didn't receive education about pain. Physical therapists will talk with you to make sure they understand your pain history, and help set realistic expectations about your treatment.

4️⃣ Teamwork

🤝 Recent studies have shown that developing a positive relationship with your physical therapist and being an active participant in your own recovery can impact your success. This is likely because physical therapists are able to directly work with you and assess how your pain responds to treatment.

Your can help relieve pain, educate you on how to manage it, and minimize your risk of having it come back.

Give us a call! 858-457-8419 📞

Learn more, courtesy ChoosePT.com 🔗 linktr.ee/comprehensivetherapyservices

08/25/2025

CTS is excited to welcome two ✌️ new therapists to the CTS team! Say "hello" to Sarah Pratt, PT, DPT and Courtney Freeman, PT, DPT 👋

✨ Sarah Pratt, PT, DPT earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from SDSU, where in her clinical rotations she followed her passion for pediatrics and found a new love for pelvic floor therapy. 📚
💕 As a provider, Sarah is deeply committed to creating a safe space where women feel heard, supported, and empowered in any stage of life. She believes pelvic health is not just about the body—it's about confidence and reclaiming your sense of self.

👦 In addition to empowering women, she loves working with pediatrics to help the kiddos (and their families) find relief and get back to being a kid!

🐾 Outside the clinic, you can usually find Sarah cuddled up with her miniature dachshund or exploring new restaurants on date nights with her boyfriend.

✨ Courtney Freeman, PT, DPT earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from SDSU, where she gained a strong foundation in orthopedic rehabilitation and discovered a deep passion for supporting women through all stages of life, leading her to specialize in the treatment of conditions such as pelvic pain, incontinence, prolapse, and postpartum recovery. 📚

💕 Courtney has pursued advanced education through the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute, where she continues to build her expertise in pelvic floor dysfunction and holistic patient care.

🙌 Her treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practice, and she integrates techniques such as breathwork, core and pelvic floor retraining, manual therapy, and functional movement to address both the physical and emotional components of pelvic health. She is passionate about helping patients understand their bodies and feel empowered in their healing process.

⚽︎ Outside of the clinic, Courtney enjoys staying active through soccer, pilates, and spending time outdoors—especially at the beach.

Make an appointment with Sarah or Courtney at our Sorrento Valley location 🏢 5440 Morehouse Drive, Suite 2900, San Diego, CA 92121 - 858-457-8419 📞

08/15/2025

Did your kids return to school this week? 🚌

As you help them gear up for a successful school year, don’t forget about backpack safety! 🎒

A properly fitted backpack can make a world of difference when it comes to back pain and posture; an overloaded or improperly worn backpack can lead to back, neck, and shoulder pain.

✅ Here are a few easy tips to keep your child safe and comfortable this school year... 👇

✌ Wear both straps

Only using one strap causes one side of the body to bear the weight of the backpack.

By wearing both shoulder straps, the weight of the backpack is better distributed across the shoulders.

💪 Wear the backpack over the strongest mid-back muscles

Pay close attention to the way the backpack is positioned. 🧐 It should rest evenly in the middle of the back.

Shoulder straps should be adjusted to allow free movement of the arms; straps should not be too loose, and the backpack should not extend below the low back.

📚 Lighten the Load

Keep the load at 10-15% or less of the wearer's bodyweight. Carry only those items that are required for the day, or find a new lightweight backpack. Place the heaviest items closest to the back.

Consider keeping a set of books at home, so as not to have to carry them to and from school. 🏫

A backpack with wheels can also help if the child has to carry greater than 15% of their bodyweight.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Your can help you choose a proper backpack and fit it specifically to your child.

Additionally, your physical therapist can help improve posture problems, correct muscle imbalances, and treat pain that can result from improper backpack use.

We can design individualized fitness programs to help children (and adults!) get strong, stay strong, and carry their own loads!

Call us today — 858-457-8419 📞

08/07/2025

Is your fitness routine dysfunctional? 🤔 It's worth exploring... 👇

Fitness should ideally lead to improved physical and mental well-being. 🧠

Exercise should be enjoyable, reduce stress, and leave you feeling better, not worse.

If you don't enjoy exercising and dread every workout, you're probably falling short of the mental portion, and your routine might be dysfunctional.

Exercise should also leave you feeling better physically. 💪

If you can run a good 5k time, but have aches and pains for days after, your routine might fall short.

If you increase your PR in the squat rack, but your joint pain increases right along with it, there might be dysfunction that needs to be addressed.

Some muscle soreness and fatigue after a workout is normal, but if you're having pain that doesn't go away or trouble moving after exercise, you're probably developing movement dysfunction alongside your fitness.

is characterized by impaired or abnormal movement. When someone has a movement problem—a sore joint, limited range of motion, or strength loss—the brain finds a way to get the body to do what it wants... usually that means moving in a way that is less than optimal. 👎

For a while, it works. But eventually it leads to injury.

Here's a concrete example 👉 If one knee doesn't bend well during squats, the pelvis drops and rotates, throwing off balance. The spine compensates by bending and twisting, which increases the risk of back injury as weight and reps add up. 💥

If you're experiencing movement dysfunction, your can help.

We are trained to analyze movement, and figure out the root cause of problems, then we design a program to treat the cause and correct the abnormal pattern.

There's no need to wait until you're injured to see your PT—it's preferable not to!

Getting minor problems fixed early means fewer visits, less pain, and not having your workouts and life put on hold by injury.

Listen to your body and adjust your routine as soon as you notice an issue.

We're here to help every step of the way - 858-457-8419 📞

07/28/2025

One of the most common movement barriers we hear at the clinic is, "I don't have time." ⏰

But, some physical activity is WAY better than nothing!

In fact, research shows that small bouts of spread throughout the day could reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and premature death.

The study found that people may be able to lower their risk of major cardiovascular events through sporadic bursts of movement — lasting just one to three minutes — even if they don't typically exercise.

For many adults, especially those older or with disabilities or underlying health issues, it may be more feasible to do brief bursts of activity each day rather than going to the gym or committing to planned, structured exercise.

Find short bursts of that bring you JOY and do them every day! 👇

📺 March in place while you watch your favorite show.

🦷 Try squats or heel raises while your brush your teeth.

🧹 Increase your intensity and pace while you clean your home.

🍽 Focus on your breath and engage your core while you do dishes.

📞 Walk around your house while you talk on the phone.

💻 Try some arm circles while you're working at your computer.

🦘 Do some jumping jacks while you wait for the oven to preheat.

🧒 Join your kid on the playground.

🚗 Park far away to get in those extra steps.

👣 Always take the stairs when you can.

Try to fit in a few short bursts of movement a few times a day for a total of 30 minutes, and make sure that the activity increases your heart rate. 💓

Looking for more to incorporate into your daily routine? 💪

Your is here to help - 858-457-8419 📞

Learn more, courtesy healthline.com 🔗 linktr.ee/comprehensivetherapyservices

07/21/2025

Glutes often get more attention for how they look than for what they do. 🍑👀

Your glute muscles play a vital role in nearly every aspect of movement, posture and pain prevention.

When glutes are strong and functioning properly, they help stabilize your pelvis, support your spine and generate the power you need for walking, climbing stairs, running, lifting and more. 🏃‍♀️

When glutes are weak, other muscles take over in ways they aren't meant to, which often leads to discomfort, dysfunction or injury. 💥

Intentional training that prioritizes proper activation, strengthening and mobilizing is key. 🔑

To test your glute activation, try this simple glute bridge: 👇

🍑 Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

🍑 Press through your heels to lift your hips. If you feel the effort mostly in your lower back or hamstrings — not in your glutes — your glutes may not be activating properly.

🍑 Poke a finger into the muscles of your glutes to check for activation. If your touch is not met with a feeling of tension, that’s a sure sign your glutes are under-functioning.

If you suspect your glutes aren’t doing their job 👉 consistent and targeted effort can reawaken your glute muscles and regain function.

Visit your and we'll help you:

1️⃣ Focus on intentional activation.

🔹 Modify the glute bridge above and hold at the top for five seconds, squeezing your glutes without arching your back. Inhale as you lower down, slowly and with control. Repeat 10 to 12 times.

2️⃣ Restore mobility and alignment.

🔹 Targeted hip mobility drills can help open up your hips and position your pelvis to engage your glutes more effectively.

3️⃣ Strengthen through compound movements.

🔹 Incorporate compound exercises that strengthen these muscles through functional ranges of motion (i.e. squats, hip thrusts, step-ups, single-leg deadlifts, step-back lunges, lateral lunges or lateral monster walks.)

Safely building strong glutes can support better posture and pain-free movement in daily life.

We're here to guide you every step (and squat) of the way! 858-457-8419 📞

Learn more courtesy of CNN health 🔗 linktr.ee/comprehensivetherapyservices

07/07/2025

A recent observational study identified eight lifestyle habits that—when adopted by midlife—may extend an individual's lifespan.

The eight identified habits are: 👇

1️⃣ Being Physically Active

2️⃣ Not Smoking

3️⃣ Managing Stress

4️⃣ Maintaining a Good Diet

5️⃣ Not Regularly Drinking Alcohol Excessively

6️⃣ Maintaining Good Sleep Hygiene

7️⃣ Maintaining Positive Social Relationships

8️⃣ Not Developing an Opioid Addiction

The researchers found that low physical activity, opioid use, and smoking had the biggest impact on an individual’s lifespan. During the study period, these habits were associated with a 30% to 45% higher risk of death.

While the research suggests that adopting healthy habits at older ages likely results in smaller estimated gains in life expectancy, it’s never too late to adopt healthy habits.

Looking to extend your lifespan with physical activity? 💪

Your can help. Give us a call! 858-457-8419 📞

Learn more, courtesy medicalnewstoday.com 🔗
linktr.ee/comprehensivetherapyservices

06/27/2025

Summer is here and days are long... has your sleep changed? 🤔

Have you found yourself staying up a little later? Rising earlier?

As much as we love the long days of summer, it can be challenging to allow the body to transition into bed at night 🌙 and when the sun rises earlier, our bodies might follow suit. ☀️

Poor sleep patterns slowly emerge, which can wreck havoc on the body and mind. 🥱

It's important to recognize the power of sleep, and how changing some patterns can have large effects on our health and emotional wellbeing.

Poor sleep (4-6 hours) may result in: 👇

💤 Poor Amygdala and Frontal Cortex Regulation

💤 Blood Sugar Dysregulation

💤 Impaired Memory and Learning

💤 Inferior Immune Function

Establishing sleep hygiene takes time and patience. It's not as simple as just going to bed, rather it's setting the environment to allow the body to sleep. 😴

Here are some helpful tips to help you find what works for you:

🔹 Bright Light = Up All Night

Yes, it is tempting to watch TV or scroll through our phones, but it will wake you up more. Give yourself a time to shut down all devices as least 30 minutes prior to sleep.

🔹 Get Outside in the Day

Allow your pineal gland to see the blue wave of morning light to wake the brain up, ideally 30-40 minutes without sunglasses. At night, turn your light to a lower hue, and shut lights off 1 hour before bed.

🔹 Temperature

Coolness helps you sleep better. Studies suggest between 65-67 degrees.

🔹 Bedroom environment

If you work or watch TV in the bedroom, your brain may no longer associate it with sleep. Can you do those activities elsewhere? White noise might help sooth the nervous system.

🔹 Supplements

Consider melatonin, or essential oils such as lavender, vetiver, and sleep blends to promote relaxation and sleep.

🔹 Caffeine

Be mindful of what you ingest throughout the day, and consider limiting your caffeine intake.

Remember to be patient and start slowly. If you go to sleep at midnight or 1am, it might be unrealistic to start sleeping at 10pm. Move your bedtime up by 20-30 minutes until you get to your ideal time.

Your is here to help! 858-457-8419 📞

Sweet dreams! 🛏

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06/19/2025

Having a stroke can cause a variety of symptoms, including: weakness, paralysis, speech difficulties, memory loss, cognitive problems and emotional changes.

Physical therapy is an important part of that aims to help survivors regain functional mobility and independence.

PT can help : 👇

🔹 Stimulate damaged nerves and muscles

🔹 Promote circulation to affected areas of the brain to promote healing

🔹 Learn to move and use affected body parts as much as possible

🔹 Regain mobility and strength

🔹 Prevent or reduce complications such as muscle stiffness, spasticity, pain and falls

Your will assess strength, balance, coordination, range of motion, sensation, pain and functional abilities. Based on this assessment, we design a personalized treatment plan that may include interventions like:

💪 Exercises to improve muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility

⚖️ Activities to improve balance, posture, gait and mobility

🦽 Training to use assistive devices such as walkers, canes or wheelchairs

📚 Education on how to prevent falls and injuries

🤲 Manual therapy to relieve pain and spasm

⚡️ Electrical stimulation to activate muscles and nerves

🧠 Biofeedback to enhance awareness and control of muscle activity

💦 Hydrotherapy to use water resistance and buoyancy for exercise

🦵 Constraint-induced movement therapy to encourage use of the affected limb by restricting the unaffected one

👥 Mirror therapy to use visual feedback to stimulate movement of the affected limb

PT has many benefits for stroke survivors: 👇

🔹 Improving functional mobility and independence

🔹 Enhancing quality of life

🔹 Reducing disability and dependence on others

🔹 Increasing confidence and motivation

🔹 Preventing or minimizing complications such as contractures, pressure sores or infections

🔹 Reducing the risk of recurrent stroke or other cardiovascular events

PT can be rewarding and empowering for stroke survivors. Don't wait... call us today - 858-457-8419 📞

Learn more, courtesy APTA 🔗 link in bio

06/13/2025

Research shows that positive expectations increase the chances of a good outcome. 👍

Your attitude determines your approach to situations...

😊 If you believe you'll be successful, you'll likely put in more effort and be more willing to try new things, take some risks and keep trying after failures or setbacks.

😞 A negative attitude will likely mean that you'll take your first failure or setback as confirmation that what you're trying won't work or isn't possible and you'll give up.

There's some research to prove that positive thinking and expectations make a difference in rehab settings, too.

A review of 23 articles looking at outcomes for shoulder pain found a few interesting things. 👇

🔹 Patients who expected to recover and believed that they had some control of the outcome, ended up doing better than those who didn't.

🔹 Optimistic patients were found to have less pain and disability after completing rehab.

🔹 Patients who believed they'd have pain and disability after surgery tended to have - you guessed it - pain and disability after their surgery.

Your attitude is important, but what about your therapist's? 🤔

There isn't much research specific to PT, but there is a study done in elementary schools that might give us some clues.

🏫 Two psychologists told teachers that randomly selected students in their classes were found to be "late bloomers" and expected to show large improvements during the school year.

When the students were tested 8 months later, the students the teachers believed would improve the most, did. 🤯

Why? When teachers think students have a lot of potential to improve, they hold them to higher standards.

It's pretty easy to see how this could cross over into a PT clinic.

If your PT thinks you can get better, they'll probably put more effort into designing your program, spend more time with you and push you harder than someone they don't believe has a lot of room for improvement.

To have the best chance for a good outcome, you and your therapist both need to expect one. 😄 Expect the best, and give your a call - 858-457-8419 📞

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