Spring Past Your Injury
Spring is here, and with it comes the excitement of marathon season. Runners around the world have run races like the Boston Marathon, and many have been training hard for months. However, for some, injury can get in the way of their training, making it difficult...
COVID Long Haulers
There is a subset of individuals who experience prolonged symptoms of COVID-19 for weeks, if not months, despite having survived the initial infection. These individuals have dubbed themselves COVID Long Haulers or those living with long COVID.
Back to School: How to Prevent Sports Injuries
Coming back to a new school year for some may not only mean returning to school but also returning to sports. I’m sure you have heard your coaches, parents, or teammates mentioning the importance of warming up and cooling down. Why are they important you may ask?...
Preparing for Apple Picking to Make Sure There Are NO Injuries!
Fall has snuck its way to the forefront, and with it, those brisk mornings and brilliant colors. Even more so, one of New England’s favorite fall sports is here…Apple Picking! While preparing ourselves for the crisp, sweet crunch of our favorite apple variety...
What To Expect At Your First In-Person or Telehealth Physical Therapy Visit
Whether your doctor recommended you try physical therapy or you’ve been dealing with some aches and pains, you may be considering seeing a physical therapist. Making your first physical therapy appointment can be a nerve wracking experience, especially if you’ve...
All About Running Shoes
“What kind of running shoes should I buy?” With various brands, hundreds of models, and thousands of styles, researching this question may be daunting for many. It is a challenge to discern whether a brand of shoes has vital, cutting edge technology or if their...
Lumbopelvic What?
Spring is in the air and the pressure is officially on to get those winter bods “beach ready”. Specifically, for some, that means focusing on trimming down that stubborn tummy bulge to reveal the glorified six-pack. But those Baywatch drool-worthy abdominals should...
Boxing +Rotator Cuff Injuries
Have you found yourself getting bored with the typical gym routine? Is the treadmill life or lifting weights no longer bringing you the excitement it once did? Well, look no further than boxing! Boxing classes and hitting bags are some of the hottest and most...
Born to run – A Perspective into Running Mechanics
Many runners may remember the book Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. McDougall’s tale of the Tarahumara and their passion for endurance running. This tale convinced many runners to question what footwear was best for their sport. The book also glamorized...
Pregnancy and Back Pain – This blog is for all the mom’s out there!
Back pain during pregnancy is common. There is an abundance of research and discussion amongst soon to be mothers about how to prevent back pain while you are pregnant, including yoga class, core strengthening, pelvic floor exercise and generally staying active....
Headaches… we all get them… POSTis here to educate us!
Cervicogenic Headaches There are a number of different types as well as causes of headaches. There are migraines, tension headaches, and cluster headaches to name a few, and headaches can be affected by sleep, nutrition, and even stress. Not all headaches can...
Benign Paroxymal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
What is it? BPPV is the most common inner ear disorder which results in vertigo, or dizziness-type symptoms with changes in head position. It is not a serious condition and can be treated with a simple, positional maneuver to re position the crystals. What causes...
Achilles Tear – Operative VS Non-Operative
You just made an awkward pivot/jump followed by the feeling of someone kicking you at the back of your heel. If you didn’t know immediately, you probably just tore your achilles. Like many, you are probably thinking about going into surgery. Before you make this...
Proper Running Form
With just over a month till the 123rd Boston Marathon, first time and senior runners are heading into the peaks of their training cycles. Increase in frequency, mileage and intensity of workouts often lead to a runner’s increase risk for injury. Injury prevention...
How to Shovel Safely
In New England, snow removal is an unavoidable reality for many. It is important to take great care when shoveling to avoid injury. There are two main ways to prepare: Practice Proper shoveling mechanics Have the proper shovel Both of these approaches will help to...
POLICE VS PRICE
The traditional model for managing a new musculoskeletal injury has recently shifted from PRICE (Protect, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) to POLICE (Protect, Optimal Load, Ice, Compression, Elevation) in recent years. The shift allows you to enjoy the benefits...
