Posts by Michael Ryan
Sciatica and Low Back Pain: Are They the Same Thing?
Do you often wake up with excruciating back pain? Do you feel pain down your leg or in your low back? The odds are that you are dealing with sciatica or low back pain. Whether it’s from a strenuous workout session, a sedentary lifestyle, manual labor, or lifting a heavy object, back pain can decrease…
Read MoreI’m having hip surgery – from physical therapist to patient
I’m going from physical therapist to patient for the next few weeks after undergoing hip surgery. Long story is I’ve been experiencing severe pain in my right hip and buttock the past 6 months…
Read MoreHow to Shovel the Proper Way to Prevent Low Back Pain
It is important to use the proper techniques when shoveling, to help prevent injuries, especially to your hips and back…
Read MoreThe Pandemic Posture: Ways to Improve Posture When Working from Home
Is working from home drastically changing your posture? The recent buzz around physical therapists revolves around the rising posture Coronavirus pandemic.
Read MoreThanksgiving Charity Drive
Help us reach that goal for those less fortunate today. Share to Facebook, post a picture, and spread the word this holiday season. Donates accepted in the clinic or Venmo: Specialized-PT
Read MoreWhat Is Telehealth Physical Therapy and How Does It Work?
Is a visit to your physical therapist long overdue? We recommend that you opt for telehealth physical therapy to get proper consultation ASAP! Thousands of physical therapists across the country are operating online. COVID-19 has pushed the healthcare industry to create contactless ways to treat patients remotely. These services feature everything from consultation, diagnosis, to…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Sitting: Why Is It Bad for Your Health?
The Dangers of Sitting: Why Is It Bad for Your Health? Are you aware of the dangers of sitting? In the past few months, our sedentary lifestyle spiked after the pandemic. People find themselves in front of screens while working from home, binge shows, or attending virtual classes. The new normal leaves no space for…
Read MoreHow to Create a Home Gym?
How to Create a Home Gym? Can one stay fit and active without going to the gym? Learning how to create a home gym is the first step towards your fitness goals. Most gyms are either closed or partially open (with little or no space). Exercising at home is an excellent alternative to get in…
Read MoreTop 4 Ergonomic Tips for Students
Top 4 Ergonomic Tips for Students Has your child’s school shifted to an online curriculum? Recent reports predict that ‘back-to-school’ would inevitably return to distance learning mode in the coming weeks. That means your children will spend a lot of time studying at home. It would help if you incorporated our ergonomic tips for students in…
Read MorePlayoff Season: 5 Common Sports Injuries in Hockey
5 Common Sports Injury in Hockey Ice hockey is a ‘collision sport’, meaning that players sustain numerous contact and non-contact injuries on-ice. With the Stanley Cup 2020 going on full-swing, we decided to list the most common sports injury in hockey. Whether you play professionally or recreationally, you can sustain these injuries when you are…
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