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The Importance of Strength and Flexibility Training: A Path to Faster Recovery

At Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy, our mission is to help individuals recover from injuries and regain their full potential. We are aware that rehabilitation is a difficult process, and strength and flexibility training are essential for this process. In this article we’ll examine the importance of these training techniques and how they can not only […]

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What Is Physical Therapy for Athletes?

According to The Good Body, on average, 100-200 people are seen at an average physical therapy (PT) clinic every week. Most athletes start their PT journey after an injury or surgery. Physical therapy is an effective way to increase athletic performance, especially after a long period of downtime. Plus, it’s not just professional athletes who

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8 Holistic Remedies to Help Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

8 Holistic Remedies to Help Alleviate Seasonal Allergies To put it plainly, seasonal allergies suck. The reason we feel so lousy when spring has (FINALLY) sprung is because our bodies overreact to something in the environment. Each season can bring a different set of allergens, but for most, spring can be the hardest. Here are 8

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Mindful Approach to Stress Reduction

We often relieve stress with physical activity like exercise or setting aside some time for a bath, but it could be more beneficial to look a littledeeper into the impact stress has on our energy. Stress can leave you feeling unfocused and unbalanced. Prolonged stress can really drain our energy, affecting us mentally and physically.

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Foot Mechanics and Structural Symmetry

Foot biomechanics add an interesting dimension to structural symmetry and leg length. People experience leg length changes not because it is a “normal” condition as many are led to believe. Leg length changes may be caused by hip dysplasia or fractures of the femur when the growth plate is open. But most commonly, leg length

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Will My Knee Arthritis Get Worse Over Time?

Knee osteoarthritis (or knee OA) can be an intimidating topic. You may have heard that knee OA is a “slow progressive” condition, which may leave you with little hope that things could ever get better without receiving a knee replacement surgery. Although this traditional view of knee OA is widespread, the course of this condition

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