If you’re dealing with pain, you might be unsure whether to keep moving or rest. Rest seems like the most comfortable option in some cases, and immediately after an injury, rest is essential for optimal recovery. However, appropriate gentle movement can actually help you heal faster and remain more active during the healing process. Understanding the role of movement in managing pain is crucial for your recovery and overall well-being. A physical therapist is often an essential member of your care team when approaching pain - we love helping our clients at EW Motion Therapy move safely and pain-free, whatever that looks like for them. While our physical therapy might not suit your needs, you can still read this article as we explore why movement can either alleviate or exacerbate pain, how to determine if you should move through pain, and how physical therapy can aid in recovery and pain reduction.

As we age, maintaining physical health and mobility becomes increasingly important. One effective and enjoyable way for older adults to stay active is through aquatic therapy and swimming. These activities offer a range of benefits, from improving cardiovascular health to reducing joint pain. We recommend swimming when applicable for our clients at EW Motion Therapy, especially for those who need to build strength without stressing joints. You may decide that our physical therapy doesn’t fit your needs. However, you can still read this article as we explore the advantages of aquatic therapy and swimming for older adults, compare specific options for aquatic therapy, discuss safety considerations, and explain how aquatic therapy can be integrated with physical therapy.

Tendonitis, also spelled as tendinitis, is a common condition characterized by inflammation or irritation of a tendon, the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. This condition can cause pain, tenderness, and mild swelling at the nearest joint. It can occur in various parts of the body, particularly in areas where tendons are subjected to repeated stress or overuse. Whether you have acute tendonitis or long-term overuse tendinosis, physical therapy can be a valuable treatment option for the condition, no matter where it occurs in the body. Our team at EW Motion Therapy can help create an individualized treatment plan for any type of tendonitis, keeping your goals in mind and helping you return to the activities you love. Whether you choose EW for your physical therapy or not, you can still read this article as we explore the different types of tendonitis, common symptoms, risk factors, treatment options, and the role of physical therapy in managing the condition.

Baseball is a beloved sport enjoyed by millions worldwide, but like any sport, it comes with its risks. Understanding the most common baseball injuries, their causes, symptoms, and recovery times can help players stay healthy and on the field. Moreover, physical therapy plays a crucial role in preventing these injuries and aiding in recovery. We will discuss six primary injuries baseball players can incur:

Surgical interventions often come with an inevitable recovery period, whether minor or major. However, there is a proactive approach that can significantly influence surgical outcomes: prehabilitation, or prehab. Prehab involves preparing the body for surgery through a tailored exercise and health regimen, primarily physical therapy. We love helping our patients at EW Motion Therapy prepare their bodies and minds for surgery, getting clear on expectations, and assuaging their fears. You may decide that our services don’t fit your needs. However, you can still read this article as we explore the importance of prehab before surgery, the critical components of an effective prehab program, and how prehab seamlessly coordinates with rehabilitation (rehab) post-surgery to enhance overall recovery.

Walking is a fundamental activity that we often take for granted. However, the speed at which we walk, known as gait speed, can provide valuable insights into your overall health. Especially as we age and fall risk becomes more of a problem, a consistent gait speed is vital to independence and healthy movement. At EW Motion Therapy, our balance specialists can create a personalized treatment plan to address your mobility concerns and help you move independently. Even if you decide that our services don’t fit your needs, you can still read on as we delve into the importance of gait speed, its correlation with health, methods to improve it at home, and the role of physical therapy in enhancing gait speed.

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a type of tendonitis that affects not just tennis players but a wide range of individuals. It is characterized by pain and tenderness on the outside of the elbow, which can significantly impact one's ability to perform daily tasks or engage in sports. We consider it a privilege to help our athletes at EW Motion Therapy combat conditions like tennis elbow so they can continue to play the sport they love pain-free. Even if you decide that our physical therapy isn’t right for you, we will delve into why tennis elbow is so prevalent among tennis players in this article. We’ll also cover who else can be affected, the common causes and symptoms, its impact on a tennis player's game, and how physical therapy can be effective.

As we age, maintaining our physical health becomes increasingly crucial. Two key components that often get overlooked are strength and power. While they are sometimes used interchangeably, they represent distinct aspects of our physical capabilities. Understanding the differences between strength and power, recognizing their importance, and knowing how to preserve and enhance them can significantly improve quality of life. Physical therapy is often a valuable asset in safely improving strength and power in older adults - we love helping our older patients do this every day at EW Motion Therapy through an individualized care plan. Even if you decide that our physical therapy doesn’t fit your needs, you can still read on to learn about the importance of strength and power as you age.

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has become a popular fitness trend among individuals looking for effective, efficient workouts. Known for its vigorous activity bursts interspersed with short recovery periods, HIIT is praised for its numerous health benefits and time-saving format. However, just like any exercise program, it is vital to approach it with caution to reduce the risk of injury. A physical therapist can be an excellent ally to improve mobility and help with specific HIIT movements - we love helping our HIIT lovers at EW Motion Therapy do this every day. You can read this article to explore what HIIT involves, what you might expect from a class, its primary benefits, potential risks, and how physical therapy can enhance your HIIT experience and overall wellness.

Running a 5K can be an exhilarating challenge, whether you're a seasoned runner or a beginner. The journey from the initial decision to participate in a race through the preparation phase to the recovery period involves both physical and mental readiness. A physical therapist can be an invaluable guide in preparing and training for a race, offering personalized advice and techniques to enhance your performance and prevent injuries. At EW Motion Therapy, we are dedicated to helping runners like you reach their goals while staying injury-free. Even if you don’t choose our services, this guide is here to offer practical tips for each stage of your 5K journey, highlighting how physical therapy can be a game-changer in enhancing your running performance and recovery.