Now that the temperatures are rising to above 90 degrees daily and our kids are starting back to sports training, dehydration is a serious risk. There are several simple ways to prevent dehydration and stay healthy. Read on to find out easy tips for preventing dehydration. What is Dehydration? The body is comprised mostly of […]
Should I Wear A Helmet When Riding a Bike?
As a Physical Therapist I have seen the detrimental effects a head injury can have on a person and his/her family. Taking the simple step of wearing a helmet will substantially decrease the risk of head injury while riding your bike. I am fortunate to live close enough to the children’s school that I get […]
5 Tips to Improve Posture
Poor posture will cause neck, shoulder, low back pain, headaches, and can cause permanent change in your bony alignment. In this article I cover 5 tips to improve posture. We will explore details about sitting posture and ways to correct improper posture. When we sit, most of us sit with a slumped posture including a flattened […]
5 Tips to Spring Clean Your Skin Care Routine
The coming of Spring can be a great time to reevaluate your normal skin care cleaning routine. Skin reacts to weather changes, so you should change your routine to accommodate the new season. Spring can also be a fun time to explore new trends in skin care! Below are 5 simple tips to incorporate into […]
What’s the Best Pillow to Prevent Neck Pain?
One of the most common questions I receive from patients with neck pain is: “What’s the best pillow to prevent neck pain?” The answer is simple: The one that keeps your spine aligned in the proper position! What is the Proper Spine Position to Prevent Pain? Your spine should be in proper alignment regardless if […]
5 Tips for a Healthier Year
Have you been meaning to lead a healthier lifestyle, but haven’t gotten around to it? The New Year is a great time to start. Make 2016 your healthiest year by following these 5 easy tips! 1) Engage In Daily Exercise I know, I know, you don’t have time to exercise with everything else going on. It’s […]