With the onset of cold temperatures, snow, and ice, there is a tendency for many of us to minimize our physical activities and stay inside where it is warm and dry.  Unfortunately, little to no physical activity, over-indulgence throughout the Holiday season, and too much cheer can add up to unwanted…

Now that the holidays are over, it is time to unwind a little and take care of yourself. One of the potential side effects of activities like standing in line for last minute holiday gifts, bringing the extended family together, and eating holiday treats, can be jaw pain and soreness. Did you know that…

The snow and ice have arrived putting us all at increased risk of falling. To avoid fall-related injury, follow these three pieces of advice: Wear proper footwear: Preferably a shoe or boot with a rubber sole to prevent slipping.Be aware of your surroundings: Be sure your walkway has been salted and…

Now that the snow has begun flying everyone is outside with a shovel since that snow blower can only reach so far. If you suffer from low back pain and still need to get outdoors to clear off a walk way or a deck here is how to do so without putting your back in jeopardy. Be sure to perform a pelvic…

It’s the winter solstice! That means you’ve made it to the shortest day of the year, but for some reason, you still feel terrible. Ever wonder why? You could be one of thousands of people who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as the winter blues. If you have SAD, your mood likely…

Over the years, many of us have heard that it is important to stretch before exercise. Coaches, trainers, and gym teachers have insisted that without stretching before exercise, you increase the likelihood of injuring yourself. But is stretching really as important as everyone says it is? And what type…

National Physical Therapy Month October is National Physical Therapy Month and PT360 is celebrating and supporting other locally owned businesses by raffling off gift certificates to our patients. We wanted you to know that you are one of the businesses we have chosen to support. PT360 is the first…

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We are told day in and day out how important it is to drink water.  But why is water so important?  Here are some things to think about.  The brain is 90% water by volume.  The lungs are 95% water by volume.  The muscles are 75-85% water by volume.  You start to get the idea.  Basically, along the course…