Phoenix Physical Therapy - Wilkes Barre, PA

08/01/2025

Share your family fun ideas in the comments!

07/31/2025

TMJ dysfunction is so common. Did you know physical therapy can relieve your pain?

07/30/2025

Pre-season practice for fall school sports will be starting up soon. Do you know the signs of a concussion?

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. Concussions can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body that causes the brain to move inside the skull. In the United States, between 1.6 to 3.8 million sports-related and recreational concussions occur annually. High risk sports include....

07/29/2025

It is nearly time for back-to-school shopping! Do not buy your child a new backpack without checking out our tips to find the perfect one.

The new school year is upon us! Be sure to keep these tips in mind when helping your child pick out and pack their new backpack. If as the school year progresses, your child experiences back pain, contact a Phoenix Physical Therapy location near you and schedule an appointment.   ShareTweetShar...

07/28/2025

Keep moving, even during your relaxing, end-of-summer vacation!

07/25/2025

07/24/2025

Don’t get sidelined by pain in your tennis and pickleball game! Try these warm-up exercises before each match to ensure your muscles are ready for action.

Don’t get sidelined by pain! Complete these exercises before each match to ensure your muscles are warmed-up and ready for action. Download step-by-step instructions: Pickle Ball and Tennis Dynamic Warmup Exercises   ShareTweetShare

07/23/2025

Check out this easy frozen yogurt bark recipe for a healthy snack during the hot days of summer!

07/22/2025

A good night’s sleep is incredibly important. In fact, it is just as important as eating healthily and exercising. Unfortunately, there is a lot that can interfere with natural sleep patterns. Here are some tips on how to pick the perfect pillow depending on how you sleep.

A good night’s sleep is incredibly important. In fact, it is just as important as eating healthy and exercising. Unfortunately, there is a lot that can interfere with natural sleep patterns. People are now sleeping less than they did in the past, and sleep quality has decreased as well. Everyone h...

07/21/2025

Resistance training has been found to have many health benefits that have been proven to improve one’s overall physical function. Check out why resistance training is so important at any age!

Did you know that adults who do not perform resistance training may experience up to 1%-3% reduction in bone mineral density every year of life? Resistance training has been found to have many health benefits that have been proven to improve one’s overall physical function. As found by Wolff’s L...

07/18/2025

Physical Therapy is fun? At Phoenix PT it is!

07/17/2025

Chronic Pain? Our therapists treat your whole body!

07/16/2025

Stick with a wellness plan even during the lazy days of summer.

07/15/2025

Arthritis is very common, especially in your hands. Check out these ways to prevent and relieve pain from arthritis.

07/14/2025

Do not let your feet stop you on !

Feet are among the most important body parts. Learn how to take care of your feet with these foot care tips from physical therapists so you can keep moving freely.

07/10/2025

Power foods allow for proper repairing and maintaining of tissues, cells and bones. When you experience any type of injury to your body or have a medical procedure — from minimally invasive to major surgery — consuming the right foods can put you on a faster path to getting your body back in functioning order.

What to Eat for Fast Recovery By: Jennifer Purdie, M.Ed Medically reviewed by Vanessa Nzeh, MD on November 01, 2020 Power foods allow for proper repairing and maintaining of tissues, cells and bones. When you experience any type of injury to your body or have a medical procedure — from minimally i...

07/09/2025

Lunch breaks can be more than just time to eat; they can also be a time to de-stress.

07/08/2025

The birth of a child can be one of the most rewarding times for new parents – and the most challenging to the body. Here are some tips on how to use proper body mechanics to help ease the strains and stresses of parenting.

The months following the birth of a child are some of the most rewarding for new parents — and the most challenging to a new parent’s body. Lifting and carrying a child, picking up toys off of the floor, and pushing a stroller are normal daily tasks for moms and dads. But these activities can [....

07/07/2025

Summertime means more time with the family. Here are some ideas for family activities when you run out of ideas.

07/04/2025

We wish you a safe weekend of fun with family and friends! Our clinics are closed today, but we look forward to welcoming you back on Monday, July 7th.

07/03/2025

Looking for results? Our therapists can help.

07/02/2025

Do not give up on your exercise routine during the summertime heat! Check out these tips to keep you cool and moving during the hottest months of the year.

As we progress through our calendar year, the days become longer, the sun shines a little brighter and the temperature becomes a little warmer. Those “dog days” of summer can be a lot of fun, going to the beach, playing in the pool and we can’t forget those backyard picnics. Summer also is the...

07/01/2025

It is prime 5K season!