by Rob Hollander | Jun 7, 2017 | Injury Prevention, musculoskeletal, Physical Therapy, Running, Uncategorized
While many relish the opportunity to take both play and exercise outdoors as the weather continues to warm, it’s important to remember that beneficial exercise comes with an added level of risk when done in the summertime heat. Heat adds an extra level of stress...
by Rob Hollander | May 3, 2017 | Aging and Active, golf, Injury Prevention, musculoskeletal, Physical Therapy
It’s estimated that about 29 million Americans each year hit the links for at least one round of golf. That’s 1 in 10 people in the U.S. according to the National Golf Foundation. But while golf is often considered a safe, low-impact, leisurely activity for people of...
by Rob Hollander | Mar 13, 2017 | pain, Physical Therapy, Running, Technology
So what is up with all these people we see walking around with colorful tape on their shoulders, knees, necks…wherever? We’ve seen more and more of it around town, on TV, and at sporting events. At a certain point I had to accept that this was not just a fad and...
by Rob Hollander | Mar 7, 2017 | muscle soreness, musculoskeletal, pain, Physical Therapy
There is soreness, and then there is pain. It’s important to not confuse the two. To active people and athletes of all levels, the inability to recognize the differences between muscle soreness and pain can mean pushing your body – your muscles and joints – to the...
by Alpine Physical Therapy | Jun 6, 2014 | Physical Therapy
June 8th is the one event that all Bend trail runners look forward to, Footzone’s annual Dirty Half. What better way to kick off the summer then a 13.1 run through the beautiful Deschutes single track forest with 800 of your favorite friends and a post race brew and...
by Alpine Physical Therapy | Mar 12, 2014 | Aging and Active, Beer, Physical Therapy, Spine Care
Alpine PT is always looking to progress our great services to the community through keeping an eye on research, trends and new treatment methods. Here are a few tidbits to contemplate while you’re enjoying central Oregon’s activities or your favorite local craft...
