There are many facets to a speedy recovery from an injury or illness. From physical therapy to medicine to your diet, everyone wants to improve as fast as possible. In honor of National Nutrition Month, here are 4 ways that your diet can affect that recovery process. Inflammation is the true enemy Inflammation can be […]
In today’s world, it is considered common knowledge that a healthy diet and regular exercise will improve your quality of life. Whether you are an elite athlete, a grandma, a high-school athlete, a teacher, or an accountant, proper diet and exercise will help you lose weight, maintain a healthy weight, and reduce the risk of […]
Cold and flu season is here and in full force! And if you’re not careful you could find yourself with a runny nose and an achy body, especially if the person on the treadmill before you was nursing a runny nose. While hitting the gym this winter, you may want to take a look at […]
The great thing about physical therapy is you, as the patient, have the ability to challenge yourself with the help of your therapist. While we work with you in the clinic, we also encourage you to continue with prescribed exercises at home. It may seem overwhelming, on top of all your other day-to-day responsibilities, but […]
Do you find yourself rolling and rubbing your neck throughout the day or looking for excuses to get up from your desk to relieve the hip pain? You’re not alone. The side effects of sitting include decreased insulin production, strained back and neck muscles, increased hip pain, decreased hip flexors size, increased risk of heart […]
We don’t know about you, but sometimes winter can be a bummer if you love being outside and living an active lifestyle. With it getting darker sooner and the temperature rapidly decreasing, you can find yourself missing the walks you use to take after work or the weekend hikes. With a little help from your […]
Chronic disease affects roughly 100 million Americans. Overwhelming evidence in modern studies link most chronic diseases to physical inactivity and inappropriate diet. One of the most effective ways of battling chronic disease is by engaging in physical activity. It is critical that you enjoy your exercise regimen so that it becomes a source of pleasure for […]
Imagine this: It’s your senior year, you’re on the field playing your heart out when the unthinkable happens. First, you hear it, then you feel it. You’re hurt. A trainer rushes to you and assists you off the field. Next thing you know, you’re sidelined for the next 6 weeks. Suffering from sports injuries can […]
The combination of weight loss, exercise, reduced salt intake, and a healthy diet can dramatically lower blood pressure. Below are diet and exercise recommendations to help achieve this goal. Diet By following a particular eating plan, called the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), and reducing the amount of sodium consumed, blood pressure may be lowered. […]
We Support Our Community. At PT Northwest, we pride ourselves on our community involvement, and we love to support our favorite teams along with helping them play at their best. Our patients get better faster because of our enthusiasm and dedication to quality care. Learn a little more about the teams that we are official […]
