6 Tips to Protect your Back when Raking Leaves
Leaves are everywhere right now in New England, which means for many, the tedious task of raking leaves is right around the corner. I love Fall – but I don’t love raking leaves. And raking leaves is even worse when you’re suffering from back pain. The good news is there are many things you can […]
A Physical Therapy Expert’s Guide to Enjoying Fall Activities Pain-Free
Fall is my favorite season – and I know it is for many of you too. Crisp air, colorful leaves, pumpkin patches, and cozy outdoor gatherings are some things that come to mind. But there’s also raking leaves, picking apples, chopping wood, and moving heavy things like hay bales or pumpkins. Any of these fall […]
Spooky creaks and cracks coming from your knees?
Do your joints crack or make noises every time you move a certain way? If you’re like most people, these noises concern you. Does it mean something is wrong with your knees? Are your joints deteriorating? What happens if it continues? First of all, cracking in your knees (as well as your other joints) is […]
How Mobility and Strength Are Key to Resolving a Meniscus Tear Naturally
A meniscus tear is one of the most common knee injuries, and it’s known for causing significant pain, swelling, and restriction of movement that can seriously disrupt an active lifestyle. While surgery may seem like the only solution – and perhaps that’s what you’ve been told – many people (80% in fact) can successfully avoid […]
Why You Should Avoid a Cortisone Shot in Your Knee (And What to Do Instead)
Knee pain can be debilitating, making simple tasks like walking, climbing stairs, or even standing up a painful experience. For many, the quick fix seems to be a cortisone shot – an anti-inflammatory injection that offers temporary relief from knee pain. When injected into the knee, the cortisone (a type of steroid) targets the inflamed […]
Four Overlooked Reasons Your Knee Pain Won’t Go Away
If you’re one of the many people out there suffering from chronic knee pain – and wondering why it won’t just go away – you’re not alone. Most of the folks I speak with in this situation have been told it’s simply due to arthritis, old age, or general wear and tear – and there […]
Six Tips for Managing Knee Pain without Medication
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 […]
Three Lessons Learned from Hiking with my Pup
I have a 10.5-year-old Black Lab/Hound-mix rescue pup (named Bodie) who I bring with me everywhere when I’m allowed. But our favorite place to hang out? Hiking trails. Bodie and I have been slowly working on finishing our “NH48”. For those of you not familiar – we’re trying to hike all of the NH White […]
Why Cortisone Shots Don’t Work for Sciatica
If you’ve ever suffered from sciatica – then you don’t need me to tell you how debilitating the condition can be. From shooting and searing pain into your buttocks that can run all the way down to your foot – to numbness, tingling and loss of strength… sciatica has the ability to significantly impact your […]
5 Reasons to Ditch the Pills and Embrace Exercise as Medicine
Our bodies are built for movement, yet modern life has us sitting far more than we should. Compared to our ancestors, we’re moving less and sitting more – sometimes for over half the day. While fitness trackers and smartwatches encourage us to stand and get more steps in, it still doesn’t seem to be enough […]
