Phoenix Physical Therapy

10/30/2025

Getting out into nature is a great way to get exercise and lower your stress levels. If you are considering going hiking this autumn to see the leaves near you or just to explore your area before it gets colder here are some things to keep in mind before hitting the trail.

Getting out into nature is a great way to get exercise, lower your stress levels, and get your daily dose of vitamin D! If you are considering going hiking this autumn to see the leaves near you or just to explore your area before it gets colder here are some things to keep in mind […]

10/29/2025

10/28/2025

Did you know that texting, swiping, scrolling and typing can contribute to pain in your thumb and wrist area, causing a condition called ‘text thumb’? Yes – it’s a real thing! Here are some stretching tips for your thumb!

10/27/2025

Start the week with some of these easy, inspiring yoga poses.
(Check with your Physician before starting any new exercise program.)

10/24/2025

Tell us your best family-friendly Halloween joke in the comments!

10/23/2025

Build a stronger, healthier future during National Physical Therapy Month. From first steps to later years, PT helps you stay strong, mobile and ready for whatever comes next.

10/22/2025

It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know, a healthy lifestyle can support cancer treatments and help you feel better. It may also improve your long-term health.

10/21/2025

It is the perfect time to enjoy a fall, color-filled bike ride! Before you hit the trails, be sure your bike fits YOU!

Whether you are a serious bicyclist or a recreational rider, when it comes to bicycling, you and your bike should fit well together. A proper bike fit minimizes discomfort, increases efficiency, and helps prevent pain or injury. The way you and your bike fit together is important. Good flexibility o...

10/20/2025

Don’t forget to wish your Physical Therapist a Happy PT Month!

10/17/2025

10/16/2025

During Physical Therapy Month, we invite you to read about what the differences are between a physical therapist (PT) and a physical therapist assistant (PTA).

There are two types of professionals who can provide care within a physical therapy clinic: a physical therapist (PT) and a physical therapist assistant (PTA). Some clinics may also employ a physical therapy technician or aide who completes on the job training and assists therapists in their duties....

05/09/2025

Eat for the season! These vegetables are the freshest in stores right now!

04/24/2025

One of the most common causes of pain? Working all day! Poor posture, repetitive movements and an improperly set up workstation can lead to aches and pain. Click below for some tips to try today.

Physical therapists don’t just work in the clinic. Some play a key role in ergonomics – the science of designing or arranging workspaces, tools, and tasks to fit the person using them. The goal is to reduce strain, discomfort, and injury while improving comfort and efficiency. For jobs like manu...

04/23/2025

“I just couldn’t give up. That was not an option.” – Stacey, Grand Blanc, MI Patient
A three-year journey of navigating numerous surgeries and devastating knee pain is finally over for Stacey. Read how our Grand Blanc, Michigan team helped her reach her goal to get back to doing the things she loves.

By, Allison R. Weder “I just couldn’t give up. That was not an option.” – Stacey, Grand Blanc, MI Patient A three-year journey of navigating numerous surgeries and devastating pain is finally over for Stacey Darby. “It started out as a meniscus tear (repair), but that didn’t go right. So...

04/23/2025

Have you ever heard of Text Neck Syndrome? Text neck is a repetitive stress injury of the neck from having your head in a forward position for an extended period. This often happens due to texting or staring at a phone. Our Occupational Therapists offer these tips to prevent and relieve the pain of text neck.

04/22/2025

What should you think about when buying a swimsuit? Not the style or brand, but the COLOR!

What should you think about when buying a swimsuit? Not the style or brand, but the COLOR! This decision could save your child’s life! Contrast is key. Turbidity or surface agitation can make it difficult to see underwater, but certain colors are easier to see and can “pop” based on the backgr...

04/21/2025

Spring sports are well underway. Keep your child moving with these tips to stay in the game!

04/17/2025

Spring into dynamic warmups for walkers and runners!

Dynamic warmups will do three things to get your body ready for a running or walking workout: Increase core body temperature Improve your range of motion Boost blood flow to the “big” muscles you will be using when you workout Click here to read more and print our downloadable warmup exercise gu...

04/17/2025

Phoenix Physical Therapy now offers Remote Therapeutic Monitoring! Our patients deserve this exciting, new option so they can get back to doing the things they need to do and love to do, quickly.

Right now, RTM is available only to Medicare patients, but it will be available through more insurers soon!

04/16/2025

Self-care means giving the world the best of you, rather than what’s left of you.

04/15/2025

Did you know there is a way for you to be evaluated for physical therapy without having to get a prescription from your doctor? It’s called Direct Access.

Perhaps you, or someone you love, is struggling with aches and pains and don’t want to schedule an appointment with your doctor to get a prescription for PT. Or maybe, the first available appointment with you doctor is months out but you are in pain now. Did you know there is a way for you […]

04/14/2025

Check out these exercises to help with your lower back pain.
(Always check with your physician before starting any exercise routine.)