Keep Your Momentum Going with PT Northwest’s Independent Exercise Program Finishing physical therapy is a big milestone, but it doesn’t mean your strength, mobility, or wellness journey has to stop. At PT Northwest, we designed our Independent Exercise Program to give you a seamless way to keep moving, stay consistent, and build on the progress […]
Ice vs. Heat Frequently, we’re asked at PT Northwest about whether to use ice vs. heat for an injury. To simplify things, here are some general guidelines to consider. However, it’s crucial to remember that if you have conditions such as fibromyalgia, Reflex Sympathetic Disorder (RSD), or rheumatoid arthritis, your sensory pathways might not respond […]
FOOSH INJURIES A FOOSH (Fall On an Out Stretched Hand) injury, a common consequence of falls, can significantly impact upper body function. This injury occurs when individuals instinctively use their hands to break a fall, resulting in strains, sprains, or fractures in the hand, wrist, elbow, or shoulder upon impact. While the reflex to break […]
