5 Benefits of Side Plank Pose
This pose works your core to a huge extent. You have to really use your belly muscles to stay upright, so you'll definitely be feeling the core work the day after.
Meet Alex, DPT Student
Ever since I can remember, Physical Therapy has always been the goal. I started playing travel competitive sports when I was 7 years old, so I have always either been one, or surrounded by, athletes, training, and additional workout sessions.
All that caffeine, what really happens to your body
Whether it's your morning cup of joe, afternoon Diet Coke or pre-gym energy drink, many of us look to caffeinated beverages for a little extra boost. Indeed, according to a January 2014 study published in Food and Chemical Toxicology, a whopping 85 percent of Americans down at least one caffeinated drink per day.
The Importance of Upper Back Strength
When it comes to building a strong back, the inverted row is arguably one of the best exercises you can do. This dynamic back building exercise holds a ton of benefits for both beginners and experienced lifters. Here are the benefits of the Inverted or Body Weight Row
Transitioning from a Solo Practice to a Team
Dr. Josh Funk established Rehab 2 Perform in Maryland in 2014. Within two years, the company already had 14 employees and has now grown to four locations. In 2020, Rehab 2 Perform landed on both the Inc. Magazine Best Places to Work List and the Inc. 5000 List for the fastest-growing companies in the nation!
TRICARE Thinks PT is so Valuable, They’re Covering the Whole Cost!
The data is out there that proves physical therapy is the cheapest and most effective treatment for most people's low back pain. It's clear that people with back pain should start treatment with their physical therapist, but most don't. TRICARE's pilot program that waives copays for up to three PT visits aims to change that….
High Value Care
"Increasing the value of health care refers to improving patients’ quality of care and outcomes, improving patients’ access to care, and reducing overall costs of care. In contrast, low-value care refers to interventions that: are not proven to benefit patients; may harm patients; result in unnecessary costs; or waste health care resources."
Meet Rachel, DPT Student – Widener Univ.
Why did you decide to enter the field of Physical Therapy? I decided to enter the field of Physical Therapy because I always knew I wanted to help people. I have always been interested in health care because its main purpose is to optimize people’s health. I always have wanted to contribute to that purpose….
What Really Happens to Your Body When You Give Up Soda
Whether you call it soda, pop or cola, you probably have a feeling that this sugary, carbonated beverage isn't the healthiest choice. Maybe you know that it can contribute to weight gain, or that it's been linked to diabetes. But the truth is, drinking soda regularly has a much broader effect on your body and…
Meet Tyler, DPT Student, St. Francis Univ.
Meet Tyler! A third year DPT Student at St. Francis University where he was able to play Football AND continue his studies in the DPT Program! As physical therapists I believe we have an incredible opportunity in the healthcare field to build deeper, more authentic relationships with our patients. I have a passion for keeping…