10 Effective Achilles Tendonitis Exercises to Relieve Pain and Strengthen Your Legs

Achilles Tendonitis Exercises are your first line of defense in combating the nagging pain that characterizes this common condition. If you’ve found yourself grappling with a sharp sensation at the back of your ankle upon waking, you’re likely navigating the challenges of Achilles tendonitis. As a physical therapy clinic owner in Washington state, I’ve seen…
Quick Relief: Tips for Managing Sudden Hip and Lower Back Pain

Sudden hip and lower back pain can emerge as unwelcome intruders in your life, disrupting your daily routine and impacting your overall well-being. Whether stemming from an awkward twist, an unanticipated injury, or the complexities of sacroiliac joint dysfunction, the discomfort can be both debilitating and disheartening. However, understanding the root causes and adopting effective…
Why Do My Heels Hurt When I Walk? The Top 5 Reasons Explained

“Why do my heels hurt when you walk?“ If that sounds like you, you’re definitely not alone. I run a physical therapy clinic where I’ve heard this question more times than I can count. Turns out, a lot of us are dealing with heel pain and it’s no small deal. It can turn picking up…
How Do I Know If My Pain Is Muscular?

Do you have sore muscles? The pain you have may not be a muscular pain. Click here to read what might be causing your pain…
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Pre- & Post-Surgery

Are you concerned about an upcoming operation and how your body may recover? Click here to find out how we can help you
Heard of Hip Dips?

Encountered the media trend of Hip Dips lately? Here’s everything you need to know.
Should I Self-Administer Physical Therapy At Home?

If you have a mobility issue caused by an injury, you might be wondering if it’s necessary to consult a physical therapist or if you could manage the therapy part on your own at home and teach yourself PT using YouTube or an online course. Physical Therapy can seem expensive if you’re on a budget…
Do You Know What Your Shoes Have to Say About You?
Forget about reading palms, try reading the soles of your shoes! By analyzing the bottom of our shoes, we can gain some pretty neat information about our physical body. If you have a pair of shoes you have worn for a few months you may be able to see uneven foot patterns, meaning that the…
Holiday Traveling with Back Pain
If you suffer with back pain, daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning can be difficult and exhausting. Add to that the constant pain is invisible to those on the outside and can flare without warning. This pain should prevent you from traveling during the holidays, it just requires some extra precautions and planning. Fill your medications…
5 Steps to Reclaiming Your Life After Your Chronic Pain Diagnosis
If you’ve been recently diagnosed with a chronic pain condition, you’re likely still reeling from the news. You may be shocked by your diagnosis and desperate for answers from your doctor. Being told you have a chronic pain condition can be a turning point in your life, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s all…