Post-Surgical Rehab

Post-surgical Rehab

September 18, 2020 | Uncategorized | Like |

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

You successfully went under the knife and made it out on the other side! Congrats! The hard part is over now, right? Well, not so fast. Another phase of recovery awaits.

In most cases, medical experts recommend physical therapy following an operation.

Back Pain

Upper Back Pain Causes and Treatments

September 11, 2020 | News | Like |

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

Ever feel like you have a monkey on your back? This could be due to a stressor in your life. On the other hand, your disgruntlement could literally be upper back pain!

While upper back pain may not be as common as low back or neck pain,

Shoes

Let’s Talk Shoes!

September 3, 2020 | News | Like |

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

Is there a relationship between shoe choice and chronic pain?

It can certainly be difficult to connect the dots between those adorable shoes that complete your ensemble and the misery you feel within minutes of walking in them!

Chronic knee and back pain that is seemingly getting worse by the day,

Horse

Riding Wisdom from an Equestrian and PT, Part 2

September 1, 2020 | Video | Like |

“Riding horses can be very therapeutic for your back because it helps with the movement and the flexibility in your spine.” Watch for more juicy info about how Physical Therapy can help YOU become a better rider!

Roller

Rollers to the Rescue

August 31, 2020 | News | Like |

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

Like a pastry chef, rolling dough to even out the consistency, sometime muscles need the same TLC. In fact, foam rolling can be just what the doctor ordered—much needed relief to an ache or pain.

Most of us in physical therapy,

Meditation

Celebrate that Vessel with Physical Fitness

August 25, 2020 | Uncategorized | Like |

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

These days, many are eager to load up on golden nuggets of wisdom on how to become as healthy as possible. Boosting our immune system and celebrating the grand, miraculous vessel that is the human form is certainly NOT a waste of time and energy.

Squirrel Stretching

Celebrate that Vessel with Stretching

August 22, 2020 | Uncategorized | Like |

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

You managed to squeeze in time to exercise. Bravo! You’re done now, right? Not so fast. So often we often skip the post-workout stretching. But did you know that stretching is JUST as important as the main event? Stretching not only provides an opportunity to cool down,

Lounging Dog

True Wellness

August 9, 2020 | Uncategorized | Like |

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

Of all that we desire in life, a healthy immune system should be top priority! If nothing else, COVID19 has taught us the importance of physical health in our overall wellness journey.  Almost every time we turn on the TV, experts are telling us that the healthiest among us have the best outcomes.