The PTandMe Physical Therapy Blog The Ergonomic WorkstationJune 11, 2025Having an ergonomic workstation means that your desk and the things on it are arranged in such a way, that they prevent injury and are well within reach and use. An ergonomic workstation also promotes good posture. Posture is the position in which you hold your body upright against gravity while standing, sitting, or lying […] Read moreStretches You Can Do at WorkJune 4, 2025The past 50 years have revealed that at least 8 out of every 10 are turning into desk potatoes! According to the Mayo Clinic, more than four hours a day of screen time can increase your risk of death by any cause by 50 percent. There’s also a 125 percent risk for cardiovascular disease! But […] Read moreDynamic Golf StretchesMay 21, 2025Golf requires strength, flexibility, endurance, and power to create pain-free movement and improve your game. The most common golf injury is low back pain followed by shoulder pain and knee pain. A physical therapist can assist you in improving your pain and correcting your body’s deficits. These golf stretches will make your golf game less […] Read moreDo’s & Don’ts of Spring CleaningMay 7, 2025It’s that time of year for cleaning out the cobwebs, de-cluttering, and rearranging our homes. Some of us enjoy the task while others dread it. Did you know that the greatest risk of injury we face is in our own homes? From muscle strains to home falls there is no shortage of things that can […] Read morePT News April 2025April 30, 2025This time in PT News we recap what our clinics have been posting throughout April 2025. We are excited to bring you current physical therapy-based posts featuring published articles from PTandMe partnering clinics! 1. Navigating Back Injury Symptoms and Treatments Written by Wright Physical Therapy, with locations throughout Southern Idaho Here’s what you need to […] Read moreGardening ErgonomicsApril 23, 2025It’s that time of year again. Time to exchange snow shovels and winter boots for gardening tools and watering cans. While the warmer weather brings on a new sense of happiness and energy, we need to remember to use proper body mechanics and follow general safety to avoid muscle aches and potentially serious injuries. The […] Read moreHow to Sleep Better TonightApril 16, 2025THE NECESSITY OF SLEEP Nutrition and exercise are important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but sleep is often overlooked. We’re going to look at why sleep is important and how you can sleep better tonight. The National Sleep Foundation Recommends General benefits of getting a good night’s sleep Having a restful night of sleep is […] Read moreHow Musicians Can Fix a Sore Thumb JointApril 9, 2025How Musicians Can Fix a Sore Thumb Joint Musicians experiencing thumb pain can find relief by warming up before playing, taking regular breaks, being mindful of their posture, doing regular stretches, and using instrument supports. Playing an instrument takes dedication, patience, and a surprising amount of physical endurance. You know how athletes train for the […] Read moreAnti-inflammatory Foods Can Help Manage Arthritis PainMarch 19, 2025People who experience arthritis know it can be a pain and just how frustrating the inflammation can be. Inflammation is your body’s natural response to stress, infection, or injury, but when it goes unchecked, it can wreak havoc on your joints and other parts of the body. The good news? Anti-inflammatory foods can help manage […] Read morePost-Workout Nutrition: Recovering and RebuildingMarch 12, 2025You’ve made it! You’ve just finished your workout session or a much-needed appointment with your physical therapist! You’ve got only one thing on your mind – I’m hungry! Post-workout nutrition is needed to help rebuild muscle fibers recently broken down during exercise. What you eat after a workout is just as important as what you […] Read more3 Types of Athletic InjuriesMarch 5, 2025Did you know that most athletic injuries can be boiled down into three main categories? Acute, Overuse, and Chronic. Physical therapists that specialize in sports medicine, help athletes experiencing pain get back in their sport. From the time of the injury through recovery and performance, the licensed physical therapists that partner with PTandMe have the […] Read morePre-Workout Nutrition: Fueling Your Body for Peak PerformanceFebruary 19, 2025When maximizing your workout performance and recovery, pre-workout nutrition plays a crucial role. What you eat before exercise can provide the energy needed to power through a workout session. Whether you’re engaging in a light morning workout, an intense training session, or undergoing physical therapy, knowing how to fuel your body properly can make all […] Read more4 Simple Stretches to Relieve Tech Neck PainFebruary 12, 2025We are spending more and more time in front of screens. Screens of all types, whether smartphones, tablets, laptops, computer screens, or even TV screens, are leading to an increasingly prominent issue. What is Tech Neck and Forward Head Posture (FHP)? On average, an adult head weighs about 10 to 12 pounds. It is designed […] Read moreStrength Training: You’re Not Too Old!February 5, 2025 If you think you are “too old” to do strength training exercises, think again! With proper guidance and support, you can benefit from a program of regular strength-training exercises. Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle and strength often seen in older adults. Although many questions remain about muscle loss and aging, one thing is […] Read moreSnow Shoveling Safety TipsJanuary 22, 2025Snow Shoveling: A common cause of soft tissue injuries & low back pain An average of 11,500 people are treated at emergency rooms for injuries and medical emergencies related to snow shoveling each year, according to a report released Jan. 17 by the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Data from […] Read more UPPER BODY BackArmElbowHandHeadNeckShoulderWrist LOWER BODY AnkleFootHipKneeLeg HEALTH & WELLNESS AgingBalance & Vestibular RehabCancer Related CareGeneral InformationIndustrial RehabManual TherapyNeurological RehabPediatricsPT NewsSports and FitnessWomen’s Health EVENTS
