Four Non-Invasive Ways to Get Rid of Arthritic Knee Pain
Knee arthritis is one of the most common and debilitating causes of joint pain for adults over 50. As the protective cartilage in the knee joint gradually wears down, many people experience stiffness, swelling, and chronic pain that can make everyday activities—like walking the dog, climbing stairs, or getting out of the car—feel frustrating and […]
7 Fun and Healthy Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day on the Seacoast
Mother’s Day is a time to honor the incredible women in our lives. While flowers and brunch are timeless, sometimes the most meaningful gift is simply quality time spent together. This year, why not swap the restaurant waitlists and crowded gift shops for something a little more memorable? Here on the Seacoast of New Hampshire, […]
Why Stretching Isn’t Solving Your Tight Hips
If your hips always feel tight – whether during workouts, long walks, or just sitting at your desk – it can be incredibly frustrating. Not only is it uncomfortable, but tight hips often contribute to nagging lower back pain. And what’s even more confusing? No matter how much stretching you do, the tightness keeps coming […]
Why Your Ab Exercises Aren’t Fixing Your Back Pain
Why Your Ab Exercises Aren’t Fixing Your Back Pain If you’ve been dealing with back pain for a while, chances are good that someone – whether a well-meaning friend, fitness influencer, or even your doctor – has told you to strengthen your core. It’s one of the most common recommendations I hear from people who […]
Think You’ve Got Piriformis Syndrome? It Might Actually Be Sciatica
Think You’ve Got Piriformis Syndrome? It Might Actually Be Sciatica A reader of this column recently wrote to me with the following question: “I’m getting Physical Therapy for lower back pain and sciatica that is said to be from ‘piriformis syndrome’. My PT treatment has consisted of various exercises and some massage. Eight sessions in […]
When your Back Hurts – is Rest Helping or Hurting?
Whenever someone finds out I’m a physical therapist, the next question is almost always something like… “What can I do for [insert the blank] injury?” And when it comes to back pain specifically, people often ask me: “Should I be resting it?” It’s no surprise that the vast majority of folks I speak with about […]
Back Pain, Herniated Discs, and Cortisone Shots: What You Need to Know
A recent conversation about cortisone shots and back pain due to herniated discs inspired me to write this article. The person I was speaking with was quite misinformed about when cortisone shots are useful – and when they aren’t. By the way, it’s a very common misunderstanding. But since I hate seeing people undergo unnecessary […]
6 Tips to Protect Your Back When Shoveling Snow
6 Tips to Protect Your Back When Shoveling Snow We’re finally getting some winter weather here on the seacoast. And although it’s beautiful – and the skiers are rejoicing – someone still has to shovel that snow and clear it out of the way. If that someone is you – then you’ll want to keep […]
Six Natural Ways to Relieve Arthritis Pain – Without Meds or Surgery
Arthritis is a widespread and debilitating condition that affects over 350 million people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, nearly 58.5 million people live with some form of arthritis, making it one of the leading causes of disability. Until recently, conventional treatments like medication, injections, and surgery were the go-to options for managing arthritis-related pain and […]
Could Regenerative Therapy be the Future of Healing for Active Adults?
Staying fit and injury-free is essential for maintaining an active lifestyle – especially when you’re over 40. And the more active you are, the better your quality of life tends to be. But here’s the unavoidable reality… As your body ages, so do your natural healing processes. Translation? Recovery times take longer than when you […]
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