If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably left your holiday wrapping to the very last minute. And if that’s the case, there’s a good chance you’ll overdo it — and aggravate any existing neck or back pain you’ve already been dealing with. The good news? You can avoid making your pain worse — and even prevent it altogether — with just a few simple adjustments. As a physical...
Don’t Let Holiday Stress Turn Into Pain: 3 Simple Strategies to Stay Healthy in Portsmouth, NH The holidays are meant to feel warm, festive, and joyful. But for many people here in Portsmouth and the Seacoast area, they also bring a level of stress your body can’t help but absorb. Between shopping, hosting, traveling, and trying to squeeze everything in, your nervous system can go into overdrive. And...
Why We Age Faster Than We Should — And How Medicine 3.0 Changes Everything (Portsmouth, NH) If you haven’t yet read “Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity” by Dr. Peter Attia, I highly recommend it—especially if living your healthiest years right now matters to you. Dr. Attia, a physician known for his work in healthspan and preventative medicine, explains why our current medical system (what he calls...
Why Your Lower Back Still Feels Tight — Even When You Stretch Every Day If you’re dealing with lower back pain in Portsmouth NH and stretching every day — but still feel tight, stiff, or sore — you’re not alone. At our physical therapy clinic in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, we see this all the time. People are consistent. They’re motivated. They stretch daily.And yet — their back still...
7 Daily Rituals to Strengthen Your Health This Season (Portsmouth, NH Wellness Guide) As colder weather settles into Portsmouth and the Seacoast, it’s more important than ever to take care of your body and mind. Between busier schedules, fluctuating temperatures, holiday stress, and increased travel, your body works overtime this time of year. But staying healthy isn’t just about avoiding illness—it’s about supporting the systems that help you...
Frozen Shoulder: Could Your Metabolism Be the Real Culprit? (Portsmouth, NH Expert Explains) If you’re dealing with a frozen shoulder, daily life can become difficult fast. Simple activities like putting on a jacket, reaching for a coffee mug, or sleeping comfortably can feel stiff, limited, or nearly impossible. Traditionally, frozen shoulder has been viewed as a musculoskeletal issue caused by a tight shoulder capsule. Because of this, treatments...
Is Your Neck the Hidden Cause of Your Headaches? Here’s How to Tell By Dr. Carrie Jose, Physical Therapy Specialist | CJ Physical Therapy & Pilates, Portsmouth, NH Headaches are one of the most common and frustrating problems people face — affecting almost half the population at some point in their lives. If you get them regularly, you already know how much they can interfere with your work,...
When I travel, I love to walk. There’s no better way to experience a new country than on foot – and Italy was no different. During my recent two-week trip, I averaged about 14,000 steps per day. Between the cobblestone streets, uneven stairs, and endless hills, my body got quite the workout. Back home here in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, I realized how much those lessons from Italy apply...
Every year, around 700–800,000 Americans undergo total knee replacement surgery – and that number continues to climb. Here in Portsmouth, NH, we see this trend too – but what if many of those surgeries weren’t actually necessary? It’s true that knee replacements have an excellent success rate, with more than 90% lasting 20 years or more. But here’s something most people don’t realize… Only 15% of people who...
6 Natural Ways to Manage Knee Pain Without Medication or Surgery When you’re suffering from lingering knee pain that just won’t go away, it can deeply affect your day-to-day life. And when this happens – it’s easy to become desperate and resort to daily medication – or “quick fix” procedures or surgery. But there’s good news – there are plenty of natural, non-medicated ways to manage knee pain...
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