Get your canvas shopping bags ready everyone because it is SPRINGTIME and Farmer’s Markets are opening all around you. Nothing says spring more than fresh flowers, warmer weather and loads of fresh fruits and vegetables coming into season.  With the increased variety and availability of produce in the stores the question “Should I buy organic?”…

Why did you want to become involved in physical therapy? My first exposure to the rehab world was during high school going through my own physical therapy after surgery from a sports related injury. I was always interested in health and wellness growing up, and my own experience with physical therapy set the stage for…

Why did you want to become involved in physical therapy?  I initially became interested in the medical field when I was young due to my Dad and Sister’s diagnosis with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.  After interning with an orthopedic surgeon as a senior in high school and of course having a few sports injuries, I narrowed…

Are you lifting weights? Are you over the age of 55? Are you a youth athlete? Are you trying to add lean muscle or drop body fat?  If you fall into ANY of these categories then ensuring you are getting adequate protein at every meal is a vital part of seeing progress towards your goal….

Why did you want to become involved in physical therapy?  Growing up I always knew I wanted to be involved in healthcare due to my passion for helping others. Through the help of a family friend, I was steered in the direction of athletic training and physical therapy. After shadowing through high school, I knew physical…

Breakfast is Key! Fuel Your Day & Set Your Mind Right The intermittent fasting craze is still going strong and while it may be a wonderful approach for some (though never appropriate for children or adolescents), starting the day with a well balanced meal also presents advantages. Having breakfast helps with meeting nutritional needs especially…

Spring sports are here and if you are concerned about what to feed your young athletes this list may help. I have put together a list of the highest nutrient dense fruits, vegetables, proteins, carbohydrates and fats so you can build meals and snacks with the highest quality foods. Micro and macronutrient composition of meals…

Protect your heart & reduce internal inflammation with your daily dose of Omega 3’s. You do not need to look hard to find many reasons why a high-quality omega-3 fish oil should be a part of your daily supplement routine. Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, pack a punch when it comes to health benefits….

Bulletproof your Shoulders & Elbows with these 4 Upper body exercises from Rehab 2 Perform.  Strengthen your shoulders & help prevent injuries in the elbows with these moves. Critical as you elevate your game!  Add these into your routine now! Dr. Haley demonstrates: Loose Shoulders or Pickleball Elbow dampening your play? Get them looked at…

Here are 3 moves to help improve your Lateral Quickness on the Court. Build your Power and add a bounce in your step at the net with these exercises. Dr. Haley demonstrates: Lateral Quickness is critical for Pickleball so make sure you add them in to your routine! Roll an ankle or do you feel…