2020 will go down in history as the year the pandemic turned the world upside down. By mid-March, the pandemic officially hit the Chicago area. Office workers were sent to work from home. Students began attending classes online. Restaurants shut down except for take out. However, some businesses were considered essential and could remain open, […]
When Should I See a Physical Therapist?
I am one of those fortunate people who does not have lower back pain. Of course, over my lifetime I’ve had a few moments of lower back pain, more specifically, SI (sacroiliac joint) pain, which I was able to take care of quickly. The SI joint is located at the top of your buttocks where […]
Physical Therapy After Surgery
One of my patients, Phyllis, had rotator cuff surgery in early March, two weeks before the world turned upside down due to COVID-19. For her rotator cuff surgery to be successful, Phyllis would need substantial physical therapy. This would require hands-on care, and couldn’t be done via telehealth. Phyllis was a patient of mine prior […]
NFP: A Self-Treatment to Reduce Physical and Emotional Pain
In a previous blog post I sent out a self treatment technique for stress reduction called NFP, or neurofascial process. In that post, I provided some tips on how to use the gentle touch of your own hands to calm your nervous system and support your immune system. There are many, many ways to use […]
Tips for Starting or Resuming an Exercise Program
Are you looking to start exercising regularly? Or, do you want to resume an exercise program that went by the wayside for a variety of reasons? Exercising regularly is important. It improves musculoskeletal health, joint health, energy levels, and body system regulation, such as blood pressure, heart rate, insulin levels, and more. Here are some […]
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