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Cupping Therapy: Does It Hurt Or Does It Really Help?
Cupping therapy has become more popular in recent years, especially among athletes and people struggling with muscle tension and chronic pain. You may have seen someone with round, red marks on their back or shoulders and wondered what caused them, and more...
IASTM Physical Therapy Explained
If you’ve been dealing with nagging pain, tight muscles, or movement restrictions that just won’t go away, your physical therapist may recommend a treatment called IASTM. This stands for Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization. It’s a technique that uses...
The Rapid Rise of Pickleball in the United States
Pickleball has experienced rapid growth in recent years, emerging as one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States and gaining popularity worldwide. Originally invented in the 1960s, the sport blends elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, making it...
Can You Avoid Carpal Tunnel Surgery?
Carpal tunnel syndrome can slowly take over your day. You start by noticing a little tingling in your fingers. Then, your hand goes numb in the middle of the night. Tasks like typing, gripping the steering wheel, or even holding your phone become painful. The idea of...
How to Prevent Running Injuries
Running feels simple. Just lace up your shoes, hit the pavement, and go. But over time, without the right habits, runners can face frustrating setbacks from pain or injury. Many of these injuries develop slowly and build up from small issues that could have been...
When To Apply Ice or Heat For Back Pain, Neck Pain, and More
Pain in your back or neck can stop you in your tracks. Whether it showed up after a long day of yard work or crept in after sitting too long at a desk, you're probably wondering the same thing many people ask: should I use ice or heat for back pain? The answer depends...
How to Tell If You Have Diastasis Recti
Pregnancy changes a woman’s body in so many ways. Some of these changes feel obvious, like weight gain and hormonal shifts. Others can feel confusing or even frightening. If you notice a bulge in your abdomen that wasn’t there before or feel weakness in your core, you...
How to Get The Most Benefits From an Epsom Salt Soak
Muscle soreness, stress, or a long day on your feet can wear down anyone. Many people turn to Epsom salt soaks to relax their muscles and ease discomfort. To get the most from your bath, you need to know how long to soak in Epsom salt, what water temperature to use,...
Stretching Exercises for Pickleball Players to Try
Pickleball can be hard on your body, especially if you're playing multiple times a week. Quick starts, fast stops, and rotational swings all stress the shoulders, hips, and lower back. If you're not stretching properly, your body will let you know. Soreness,...
Peak Sport & Spine Physical Therapy Locations
With over 50 locations throughout Missouri, Kansas and Illinois access to superior therapy services may be closer than you think. Browse our locations to find the clinic that is most convenient for you.
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