Imagine it’s been 13 weeks since your spinal fusion. You’ve walked every day as directed but skipped physical therapy. One day, you stop to pick up a box and your back seizes up in pain. Now you are stiff with pain for a week, barely able to move. Your muscles become...
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have become part of everyday life. Recent surveys estimate between 11-15% of American adults are currently taking one. If you’re on a GLP-1 or thinking about starting one, most people focus on the...
Anyone dealing with a shoulder problem, a sore knee, or lower back pain that won’t quit may assume they need to head to a doctor’s office first. In Missouri, that isn’t always necessary. A change to state law means many patients can start physical...
by Shawn K. Everson, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC; Co-Director Peak Sport and Spine Mid County; St. Louis, Missouri Chronic headaches, whether they are considered to be migrainous or not, are a very common and debilitating problem. As a physical therapist working with chronic...
Whether it is your first time going to a physical therapist or you have experienced physical therapy treatment before, when you’re in need of assistance, it’s crucial to choose the right physical therapy clinic to fit your needs. Here are some guidelines...
Determining your VO2max is considered the best indicator of one’s cardiovascular fitness and aerobic endurance. VO2max is the volume of oxygen the body uses during one minute of maximal exercise. It is used to determine an individual’s fitness level and can be...
