Can you run while pregnant? It’s the question I hear from patients at PhysioFit the moment their pregnancy test comes back — usually with running shoes already in hand and a mix of excitement and hesitation about what to do next. The short answer is that for some women, yes, running can be safe in […]
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How to strengthen your rotator cuff is one of the most common questions I get from patients at PhysioFit — usually from people who already know they should be doing shoulder exercises but keep getting shut down by pain every time they try. That cycle is the real problem, and it’s what I want to
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When it comes to treating tendon pain, heel pain, or chronic soft tissue conditions, two options often come up in the same conversation: shockwave vs cortisone injection. Both can provide pain relief — but they work differently, have different goals, and suit different situations. This post breaks down the key differences so you can have
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The Holidays present several challenges for all of us. This holiday season you may find an additional challenge if you are trying to stick to a diet or just make healthy decisions regarding your nutrition. Thankfully, we are here to help with some tips and tricks to help you not deviate too far from your
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Introduction to the best full-body workout! Our health affects every aspect of how we live our lives, from work, activities, our relationships, and how we fare in retirement. As a result, your health is the best long-term investment that is the foundation of your most priceless possession. Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses
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What is osteoarthritis in the knees? Are you weak in the knees? If you suffer from osteoarthritis in the knees, a condition where inflammation causes a wearing away of the cartilage. You may struggle with pain on a regular basis. Although your doctor may have prescribed medication for pain, you will likely find that exercise
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How do you gain full range of motion after a knee surgery? In order for you to walk, run, sit or kick comfortably, your knee, must be able to move through an arc of 130°. From completely straight, or fully extended; to completely bent, or fully flexed. Two muscle groups control this motion, the quadriceps,
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Heel Spurs vs Plantar Fasciitis Do you experience pain in the bottom of your foot and heel area? This can be incredibly frustrating and prevent you from doing even the simplest things, like getting out of bed in the morning without wincing—let alone making it through a full day at work! According to the American
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Are your feet healthy? Flat feet, foot pronation, or foot imbalances can lead to foot pain, knee pain, hip pain, back pain, and even shoulder pain. Here’s what we’ve got for you this week. Now at PhysioFit, we are offering a complimentary foot scan to show you how imbalances in your feet can lead to problems
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We recently had a client contact our clinic last week and he asked us this question about squats… Is it normal for my knees to hurt during squats? He told us he was attending his local gym frequently (4-5 days a week) for the past year, to help him lose weight. He would perform exercises
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The “mummy tummy,” or “mommy pooch,” may be one of the top concerns postpartum women want to discuss but avoid out of embarrassment. The reality is, mummy tummy – that extra shelf of abdominal tissue that has a pooch-like appearance – is nothing to be embarrassed about. It’s an extremely common, albeit frustrating, issue
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