Physical Therapy Blog (Page 28)

Diagram of an ankle, and Apopka, Florida, showing ligament sprains: Grade 1 (mild stretch), Grade 2 (partial tear), and Grade 3 (complete tear).

Physical Therapy | August 27, 2019

Complete Muscle Tears but No Surgery? Your Doctor’s Decision Making Process

We’ve talked before about the difference between a complete and incomplete muscle tear. A complete muscle tear is when the two ends are literally no…

Complete Muscle Tears but No Surgery? Your Doctor’s Decision Making Process

Two feet side by side; the left foot and ankle appear swollen compared to the normal-sized right foot, seen at Physical Therapy Clermont and Apopka, Florida.

Physical Therapy | August 26, 2019

How PT Can Help You Manage Lymphedema

Lymphedema is swelling in your limbs and body due to your lymphatic system being obstructed, or blocked. The lymphatic system is a part of the…

How PT Can Help You Manage Lymphedema

A woman with shoulder-length hair smiles outdoors in Ocoee, Florida, next to text that reads, Written By: Beth Ann M. on a pink background.

Physical Therapy | August 26, 2019

The Latest Food Trend: Turmeric

This summer my parents decided to jump kick their healthy lifestyle and try a variety of new things. Chia seeds, flax seeds, and almond butter…

The Latest Food Trend: Turmeric

A person in a purple shirt stands in front of a brick wall beside text that reads, “Written By: Dr. Alec Martinez”—noted for Physical Therapy Clermont and Apopka, Florida.

Physical Therapy | August 26, 2019

How on Earth Can Stress Cause my Knots?

We absolutely know it is true, stress causes knots. Some people hold their tension in their shoulders, others their neck, others their back, but if…

How on Earth Can Stress Cause my Knots?

A stick figure using crutches, indicating difficulty walking or injury, on a plain white background, representing Physical Therapy Clermont.

Physical Therapy | August 22, 2019

When Can I Get Rid of My Crutches?

We’ve all been there, I can’t find anyone I’ve met who hasn’t sprained or broken or strained their leg somehow. So, we’re handed crutches, or…

When Can I Get Rid of My Crutches?

Two slices of wheat toast with peanut butter, banana, and granola rest on paper towels atop a metallic surface in Apopka, Florida. One slice has a bite taken out of it.

Physical Therapy | August 22, 2019

The Importance of Breakfast

Has anyone ever told you, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day”? Have you ever felt a difference on the days you eat…

The Importance of Breakfast

Home gym with a bench, dumbbells, medicine balls, balance balls, yoga mat, and wall-mounted TV on wood floor with natural light—perfect for Physical Therapy Clermont sessions.

Physical Therapy | August 21, 2019

Build a Budget Home Gym!

There are different types of people and personalities out there, but I will be the first to say that if I have to leave my…

Build a Budget Home Gym!

A person in a dark sweater holds a clear glass mug of steaming tea with a lemon slice and cinnamon sticks, enjoying a cozy moment in Clermont near Physical Therapy Clermont.

Physical Therapy | August 20, 2019

All The Reasons to Love Hot Tea

In 2018, I walked into a tea shop in Bozeman, Montana that changed my love for hot tea. Since 2737 B.C. tea has been recognized…

All The Reasons to Love Hot Tea

White dumbbell icon centered on a brown circular background with a long shadow, representing Physical Therapy Clermont, Florida.

Physical Therapy | August 20, 2019

Why Home Exercise Programs are Important

A home exercise program is a set of exercises patients receive to complete at home. These exercises help maintain strength and expand therapeutic gains. Home…

Why Home Exercise Programs are Important