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Physical Therapy blog articles by EW Motion Therapy

Golf

By: Riley Manasco
June 17th, 2023

Golf is a sport that demands patience, precision, and perseverance. For young golfers, mastering the game can be both challenging and rewarding. However, it’s important to address common mistakes, build confidence, and focus on continuous improvement to achieve success. We love helping our young golfers work toward their goals at EW Motion Therapy - our team can watch your movement and swing to determine the best exercises for you to improve. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on as we explore practical strategies to enhance your golf game and develop the self-assurance needed to excel on the green.

Golf

By: Riley Manasco
June 17th, 2023

For young golfers with aspirations of taking their game to the next level, participating in junior tournaments is an excellent way to gain valuable experience, showcase their skills, and connect with fellow golfers. However, preparing for these tournaments involves more than just practicing swings on the driving range. Physical and mental aspects of preparing for a tournament are essential for any young golfer to consider. It can often be beneficial to receive professional advice on how to best prepare for a tournament - our golf team at EW Motion Therapy loves working with young golfers to help them play their best game. Even if you decide that our services do not fit your needs, you can still read our guide as we explore the benefits of playing in junior tournaments, discuss physical and mental preparation strategies, and offer tips on finding local tournaments in your area.

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Run

By: Elise Barron
June 9th, 2023

Finding an effective and enjoyable exercise routine is essential when shedding extra pounds and toning your muscles. Running, a simple yet powerful form of exercise, can be a great choice to help you achieve your weight loss and toning goals. If you want to start running to help you lose weight, it can often be helpful to get professional advice so you do not hurt yourself. Our physical therapists and personal trainers at EW Motion Therapy do this for our clients daily, encouraging them and tailoring treatment plans to help them reach their goals. Even if you decide that our services don’t fit your needs, you can still read this article as we explore the benefits of running for weight loss and other effective methods to shed pounds and tone your muscles.

Personal Training

By: Jesse Douglas
June 9th, 2023

Personal training has become an invaluable resource for achieving our fitness goals. Beyond guiding us toward our desired outcomes, personal trainers also play a crucial role in injury prevention. While risks are present, with the right trainer in your corner, you can reduce injury risk while working toward your fitness goals - we aim to do this every day for our training clients at EW Motion Therapy. Even if you decide not to train with us, you can still read on as we explore:

Women's Health

By: Kelsey Harms
June 9th, 2023

Constipation is a common digestive issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stools. While occasional constipation is normal, chronic constipation can significantly impact one's quality of life. While they might not seem related, the digestive system and the pelvic floor muscles have to work together to ensure the proper function of our bowel system. Pelvic floor physical therapy can be an excellent treatment option for promoting function in this system - our pelvic floor physical therapists at EW Motion Therapy do this for our clients daily. Even if you decide that our pelvic floor physical therapy isn’t right for you, you can still read on as we explore the most common causes of constipation, how the pelvic floor can influence bowel function, potential home remedies, and how physical therapy can help manage and relieve constipation.

Personal Training

By: Jesse Douglas
June 2nd, 2023

Embarking on a weight loss journey can be challenging, but with the proper guidance and support, achieving your goals becomes more attainable. Personal training offers a comprehensive approach to weight loss, providing a structured exercise program tailored to your specific needs and goals. Our trainers at EW Motion Therapy can tailor an exercise program to fit in your weight loss journey, helping you lose fat while building lean muscle. Even if you decide not to train with us, you can still read on as we explore how exercise contributes to weight loss, discuss the benefits of personal training, and highlight its role in the broader context of a weight loss journey.

Personal Training

By: Jesse Douglas
June 2nd, 2023

Embarking on a fitness journey is an exciting and transformative decision. Hiring a personal trainer can be a great way to kick-start your fitness goals, as they provide guidance, accountability, and tailored workout plans. However, if you've never had a personal training session, you might wonder what to expect during your initial session. The primary goal of your first session should be open communication with your trainer so they can learn about your goals - this is what we encourage our clients to do at EW Motion Therapy. Even if you decide not to train with us, you can still read on as we walk you through a typical progression of events during your first personal training session, outline the next steps, and offer guidance on what to do if you don't feel a connection with your trainer.

Nutrition

By: Brad Atkinson
June 2nd, 2023

Regarding healthy eating, few nutrients are as crucial as fiber. Fiber plays a vital role in our overall well-being despite being overlooked. It not only aids digestion but also promotes heart health, helps manage weight, and lowers the risk of various chronic diseases. We encourage healthy fiber intake for all our nutrition clients at EW Motion Therapy, and our specialists ensure they meet their goals by instilling healthy habits. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on as we delve into the world of fiber, exploring its benefits, recommended daily intake, and fiber-rich foods to incorporate into your diet.

Physical Therapy

By: Jade Hutcheson
June 2nd, 2023

Total knee replacement surgery has become standard for individuals with severe knee pain and limited mobility. However, it is crucial to understand that not all knee conditions or injuries necessitate total knee replacement. Non-surgical treatment options are available for knee injuries and conditions, with physical therapy often being one of the first recommended avenues. At EW Motion Therapy, we create individualized treatment plans to help our non-surgical patients reduce pain and improve mobility. Even if you decide our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on as we delve into the conditions that may not need a total replacement, discuss the risk factors associated with the procedure, and non-surgical treatment options such as physical therapy.

Physical Therapy

By: Luke Hopper
May 26th, 2023

Participating in sports is a fantastic way to stay active, develop skills, and foster a competitive spirit. However, sports-related injuries can damper the fun and potentially sideline athletes for extended periods. While accidents can happen, integrating physical therapy into sports training programs can be just as crucial in injury prevention as it is in rehab. We have worked with athletes from many different sports at EW Motion Therapy to help them prevent injury and improve performance. Even if you think our services do not fit your needs, you can still read on as we explore the significance of physical therapy in preventing sports injuries, how it differs from injury rehabilitation, and how physical therapists collaborate with athletic trainers and coaches for optimal athlete performance.