by Rebecca Lingerfelt, DPT Following up from our blog about exercises to do in the office setting, here are some suggestions for stretches. For each of these stretches, hold for 20-30 seconds, then relax. Remember, you should feel a gentle stretch and nothing so aggressive that you have pain. Too many people spend much of…
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Exercises for the Unexercised
by Rebecca Lingerfelt, DPT Do you ever find that you are spending too much time sitting throughout the day? At the office, in the car, watching TV; whatever the reason, our country has become much more sedentary. Everyone knows the importance of physical activity, but where can you find the time to squeeze in an…
The Importance of Proper Equipment
by Sara Bresnick, PT A large percentage of patients I see at Boston Sports Medicine are athletes. As Physical Therapists, a big part of our job involves problem solving. A patient will come in with an injury, and we have to take a thorough history and try to decide not only what the issue is,…
Can I Prevent Knee Injuries?
By: David Merson, DPT, ATC Non-contact based knee injuries are common and preventable during youth, collegiate, and recreational sports participation. You may ask, “How can I reduce my risk of knee injury?” The short answer is through focused strength and conditioning. And you may also be wondering, “Am I at risk for this type…
Recovering WITH Activity
by Erin Looney, DPT What do you mean stop running?! Working out? I’m an active person! It will drive me absolutely bonkers to rest and do nothing! Ok, admit it. How many of you out there have avoided seeking treatment for those aches and pains out of fear that we will tell you to stop…
Should I be taking Glucosamine and Chondroitin?
by Danielle Clarke-Fox, DPT Over the past several years there has been quite a discussion in the medical community regarding glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate supplements. I hear so many patients talking about whether or not to take the supplement and asking me what they should do. So here’s the low down on the supplements and…
Choosing a Physical Therapy Clinic in Boston
by Stacy Choquette, PTA Hundreds of people in Boston and the surrounding towns are handed a prescription for physical therapy (PT) from their doctor each day. Some may have had PT in the past while others are new to this type of treatment. Regardless, the first question you should ask yourself is which PT clinic…
Walk Your Way to a Healthier Life!
by Kelly Barrett, DPT Running can be both a strenuous sport and pleasurable pastime for individuals of all ages. Many say there are few substitutes comparable to the challenge or even the “high” one can attain from running, but research offers an alternative which is not only safer, but equally as taxing on the cardiovascular…
Computers: A Pain in the Neck
By Evie Ullman, DPT The majority of patients I see with neck pain have jobs that require them to sit in front of computers all day. Holding a static position in poor postural alignment for hours on end at your workstation can wreak havoc on the structures in your cervical spine. Your head, which weighs…
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