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4 steps to getting and staying physically active

By: Alyson Kolesar, Warren Ohio Center The motivation to exercise often is a big problem for people who are thinking of starting physical therapy or...

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Should you CrossFit?

By: Darla Wilson, DPT, Orthopaedic Resident at Austintown Center So-called extreme fitness programs have been shown to produce improvements in cardiovascular fitness and body composition...

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Gotta Catch ‘Em All? Try these exercises before you go out Pokémon hunting!

Sore legs have become a pandemic for Pokémon Go users as their activity levels are spiking. Players are running around like never before trying to...

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The Importance of your Physical Therapy Home Exercise Program

It is outside of a physical therapist’s scope of practice to prescribe medication. But as movement specialists, we can recommend therapeutic exercises to do at...

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Tips to Prevent Shin Splints

Shin splints are a common injury for avid runners and athletes. The discomfort while running or engaging in physical activity can sap the enjoyment out...

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Heart Rate & Exercise

As one year gives way to the next, many of us perform our yearly ritual of developing New Year’s resolutions.   We form a plan to...

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5 Tips for Finding the Perfect Running Shoe

By: Andy Patterson Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, Nike, New Balance, Saucony. The list of running shoe brands goes on and on, and there are many good...

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Get Your Fit(Bit) On

By: Laura Keys, DPT Fitness or activity trackers have been found to help people achieve greater levels of fitness, even with their busy daily schedules....

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Follow These 6 Tips to Prep for Your First 5K

Whether your goal is to increase your fitness level, accomplish a new athletic goal, or compete against a friend, running a 5K is an excellent...

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Did You Know Your Spring Chores Burn Calories?

The U.S. Surgeon General recommends 30 minutes of moderate exercise five days per week. Did you know that 30 minutes of housework is considered moderate...

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Muscle Cramp Causes, Treatments and Prevention

You have probably experienced a muscle spasm or “charley horse” at some time. Muscle cramps or contractions can last anywhere from a few seconds to...

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The Choice Between Heat and Ice for Treating Injuries

As a physical therapist, one of the most common questions I am asked is, “Should I use heat or ice?”  The answer depends on what...