Selected Category:

Winter in Vermont is on its way! The cold season provides many opportunities for activity including skiing, snowshoeing and winter hiking. However, for many people in the north country winter is the most difficult season to stay fit. Colder temperatures, freezing rain and ice often force people to stay…

If your therapist or doctor feels that you would benefit from aquatic therapy, this will help to acquaint you with what to expect. WHAT TO BRING A swim suit, towel, flip flops or another pair of footwear to wear between the locker room and the pool area. Please bring personal items such as shampoo,…

“Don’t slouch!” “Stand up straight!” “Pull your shoulders back!” Over the years, you have likely had someone lecture you about the importance of good posture. But other than improving your aesthetic appearance, does posture really matter? The answer is yes; posture is important! Muscles are designed…

OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH AND PT 360 IS CELEBRATING! In order to thank our patients, we are raffling off gift certificates to other locally owned businesses. As an employee owned cooperative, we feel very strongly about supporting other local businesses that share a similar vision.…

Gardening is a great way to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. It’s also a fun form of exercise and helps keep you healthy, but it can be extremely hard work. Here are a few tips on how to avoid injury. Change positions and tasks frequently (at least every 20-30 minutes) to avoid sustained postures…

What is balance? Balance is a complex process of sensory information that comes into our central nervous system coordinating with motor processes to maintain upright posture. We use visual (our eyes), somatosensory (nerve receptors from our muscles and joints), and vestibular (inner ear) systems to…

The latest research continues to show that prolonged sitting at work creates a multitude of health problems including obesity and increased risk of heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers all of which can lead to a shortened life expectancy. Even if you exercise regularly, the risks are still there.…

My child suffered a concussion and I’m not sure what to do… The first step is seeking medical care. If your child has an athletic trainer that works in the school, take your child to see them. If not, visit your pediatrician or primary care practitioner. You will be advised to have them rest, both physically…

Everyone has it happen: a small twist of the ankle, a tweak of your knee, or a fall on your wrist. And now that body part is sore, swollen, and you aren’t sure what to do with it. I’m here to give a few tips on how to treat that soreness for the first couple days. First of all, this is a natural response…

PT360 is excited to welcome its first new owner, Lisa Tidman into our cooperative family. Lisa is a physical therapist assistant, massage therapist, and yoga instructor. She has been employed at PT360 for two years. We have expanded from 11 to 12 owners and look forward to extending the arm of ownership…