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Image Credit: Freepik Miami runners face unique challenges with year-round training in hot, humid conditions. Myofascial release therapy helps runners maintain flexibility...
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From the moment of diagnosis, the cancer journey brings a multitude of physical, emotional and spiritual challenges. Radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, and the disease itself...
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Pain is complex. It can be multi-layered, stemming not only from the original cause of the pain, but also from the subconscious ways we manage and endure it. In its truest...
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75% of women will experience painful intercourse during some point of their lives (According to the American College of Gynecologists and Obstetricians). Pain with...
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An internal conversation I’ve had with myself this week about productivity: Not being busy, being productive. And knowing the difference. This is for people looking to...
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Pelvic pain wears men out. It drains energy, messes with sleep, and makes daily life harder than it should be. Most guys in North Miami keep quiet about it. They try to tough...
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Most men think core strength is just about abs. Six-pack territory. But your pelvic floor is part of that system - and if it's not working right, neither is the rest of your...
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Physical therapy is particularly important for adults ages 65 and older as muscles and joints tend to lose strength and stability over time (often due to disuse and fear)....
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Often called a stiff or “frozen shoulder,” adhesive capsulitis occurs in about 2% to 5% of the American population. It affects women more than men and is typically diagnosed...
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Hysterectomy recovery isn’t just about waiting for scars to fade. Muscles lose their edge. Core support drops off. Even getting out of bed feels different. Pelvic floor...
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Attending physical therapy for rehab BEFORE your knee, hip, shoulder, or any other surgery can accelerate your post-operative recovery. Your physical therapist can address...
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Comedian Billy Gardell quips, “You know you’re getting older when you hurt yourself sleeping.” I often quote this to my friends and patients to lighten the mood when they are...
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Knots in your upper back and shoulders don’t just make you sore. They mess with your day. These tight spots aren’t always about stress. They’re small, tough lumps buried in...
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Bladder leaks and weak muscles hit hard after prostate surgery. Swelling and soreness show up right away. For men in North Miami, the real struggle is feeling out of control....
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Becoming a new mom is an incredible journey, but it also brings significant changes to your body, especially your pelvic health. After giving birth, many women experience...
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Most runners think leaks are just part of the deal. Push hard enough, log enough miles, and eventually your body betrays you. But that's not how it has to be. Leaks aren't a...
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The goal of stretching is to lengthen a muscle. According to the literature, this result is likely due to an improved tolerance to stretch (a neurological change) as well as...
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Have you ever used a foam roller on your ITB? It hurts!!!! It hurts AND I find it a bit odd that when we're injured or sore, we think that squishing it with a giant rolling...
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Confession – I am addicted to being connected. Yup, my phone is always in my presence and even though I make efforts for it not to draw my attention, it still does. The...
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Each year, millions of older people - those 65 and older - fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Falling...
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In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, the fusion of cutting-edge technology and skilled human touch is creating unprecedented opportunities for improving patient...
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In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, the fusion of cutting-edge technology and skilled human touch is creating unprecedented opportunities for improving patient...
Patient Education
Image Credit: Pexels When you experience a foot or ankle injury, the effects can extend far beyond the initial point of pain. Understanding this connection is crucial for...
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Women with endometriosis are finding new ways to learn about treatment options. Physical therapy, particularly pelvic health therapy, offers significant help in managing...
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