On the surface, pain seems like a pretty simple concept to understand. We’ve all experienced some level of discomfort related to an injury or activity over time. However, there are vast differences between individuals on how we perceive pain and how our bodies respond...
The beauty of living in Central Oregon is our year-round recreational opportunities and the effortless flow from one seasonal activity to the next. One favorite is biking – both mountain and road. Even though we are well into biking season, and some are...
Michelle has been a distance runner for much of her life. And now, at 50, she is acutely aware of the slow deterioration of her body, something she intends to fight to maintain her active lifestyle. She eats a healthy diet, meditates, and exercises daily. But despite...
Your spine or backbone is your body’s foundation and central support structure. It is a critical component of your health and wellbeing. Your spine helps you sit, walk, run, bend, and twist. The way you position your body to perform these functions can alter the...
During this time of Public Health & Safety, your knee replacement surgery may be on hold, but Alpine Physical Therapy has the solution for you. ‘Pre-hab’! Your leg muscles often become weakened with less activity or altered movement patterns associated with knee...
Alpine Physical Therapy has you covered with strategies to manage your transition to working at home. Laptops are great for portability and ease of transport, but they are not designed for comfort with prolonged use. Lets take a look a 5 simple exercises to ease the...
