For decades, the standard and recommended response to an injured muscle, tendon or ligament was to “apply RICE,” an acronym that stands for a protocol of rest, ice, compression and …
Save the RICE for First-Aid, Not Healing & Recovery Read More »
With high school sports starting up soon and NFL training camps in full swing, concussions are certain to ramp up within the mainstream consciousness. And, while talk will often point …
Concussion Symptoms can Improve with Managed Exercise, Physical Therapy Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Despite being one of the top causes of disability in the U.S., affecting around eight in 10 people in their lifetimes, back pain is an ailment often misunderstood by those affected, says San Diego-Carlsbad physical therapist Brett Bloom. Such misconceptions, Bloom adds, can cause those suffering from back pain to seek …
It’s vacation season, and for many that means visiting faraway friends, exploring new places and possibly even crossing some things of the ol’ bucket list. Unfortunately, traveling often also means …
Studies show about three-quarters of all Americans will experience foot pain at some point in their lives. Of them, more than 2 million people who seek treatment each year will …
San Diego Wellness: Tips for Reducing, Managing Plantar Fasciitis Pain Read More »
All kids need exercise. Stacks of scientific research through the years support the myriad ways exercise helps young bodies and minds as they develop and grow. It’s important, then, for …
San Diego Wellness: How to Talk Positively About Exercise with Your Kids Read More »
As a large portion of the nation’s attention turns to the “March Madness” NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in the coming days, San Diego-Carlsbad physical therapist Brett Bloom says now is …
Jump into March Madness Mindful of Jumper’s Knee, says San Diego PT Read More »
While it’s expected that most older people tend to slow down with age, the notion that seniors and soon-to-be seniors should trade in exercise and their active lifestyles for bingo …
5 Exercise Myths for People 55 and Older, according to San Diego-Carlsbad PT Read More »
Finding a workout routine that fits your personality is one of the key ways to achieve optimal results, says San Diego-Carlsbad physical therapist Brett Bloom. And, that holds particularly true for introverts – those …
Rest is Key to Health and Performance If you vow to never rest until you reach your personal health or athletic performance goal, you are overlooking a vital part of …
