Learning about Muscle Weakness Most of us have heard about the dangers of osteoporosis, an age-related condition that results in weakened, easily broken bones. But as we age, we don’t think much about losing muscle strength. Sarcopenia, the medical term for muscle loss, develops gradually. It begins around age 35, but at first the loss […]
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In the past few months, I’ve noticed that golf courses in our area have never been busier. Admittedly, I get a bit of an inside scoop, since my husband works at a major golf course. But that’s not the only way I can tell more people are getting back on the fairway. You see, golf
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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
Do I have plantar fasciitis or spurs? Diagnosing and treating heel pain. Read More »
Understanding your headache. All of us get headaches from time to time, and the pain from most resolves quickly without much thought. However, severe headaches that recur frequently can inhibit your lifestyle. Physical therapy can effectively manage many types of headaches, allowing you to return to the activities you enjoy. A number of factors can
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Success story! I very much support and am thankful for the wonderful work that Physical Therapists do! In my case, I came to PhysioFit for physical therapy to help with my inability to walk due to severe knee pain. The Sports Medicine and Surgery Doctor was my first stop in getting a diagnosis. He thought
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PhysioFit’s Holiday Season Wish List: We wish you a day of completely guilt-free eating and merry-making. Not ‘just because it’s Tis The Season’, but because there surely has to be at least one day a year where you get to eat what you choose without analyzing it. We wish you a big full-body hug from
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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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Last week, I received an interesting question by email from a reader of my column in the Los Altos Town Crier. She was searching for natural knee pain relief, and her message echoed what so many people in our community struggle with every day. It’s a question a LOT of people who are looking for
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Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles at the base of your pelvis that support your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. Pelvic floor exercise has been proven to address a wide variety of symptoms, from incontinence and pelvic pain to sexual dysfunction and post-surgical recovery. A pelvic floor disorder: Is a condition in which
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