Why I Chose To Become a Physical Therapist

Foot pain can be a debilitating condition that affects your overall quality of life. Whether you're an athlete, a busy professional, or someone who enjoys long walks through the park, foot pain can put a damper on your daily activities. However, there's hope in the form of physical therapy. In this blog, we will explore how physical therapy can play a crucial role in alleviating foot pain, allowing you to step into a pain-free future.

National Physical Therapy Month is an opportunity to celebrate the profound impact that physical therapy has on healing, preventing injuries, and enhancing overall health. Physical therapists are not just healers but also educators, partners in health, and champions of well-being. Their work reaches far beyond the clinic, touching the lives of countless individuals, and helping them lead healthier, happier lives.

Before you slip into those stylish flip-flops or strappy sandals, it's important to consider your foot health. Your choice of footwear can significantly impact the health of your feet, so let's explore the most popular and foot-friendly options for the summer season.

Our Brooklyn Massage Therapist lays out (pun intended) what to expect before, during and after getting massage therapy, and some things to ask for as a client you may not have thought of, to ensure you have the most enjoyable experience.

Massage has so many benefits, from pain relief, to increased mobility, to relaxation. Let’s talk about individual massage modalities, what they are and what they offer.

You may have heard of the Achilles heel, but have you heard of Achilles Tendinopathy? Achilles Tendinopathy, also known as Achilles Tendonitis or Achilles tendon pain, is a condition that causes inflammation and pain of the Achilles tendon.

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, or IASTM, is a manual treatment technique that allows trained manual therapists (including but not limited to physical therapist) to treat soft tissue injuries, tightness and range of motion limitations due to soft tissue restrictions. While this technique has been around for quite some time, it is gaining popularity in rehabilitation settings.