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What Conditions Does Dry Needling Treat?

Posted on: August 27th, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

I often get asked, if dry needling treats (insert condition here).  Dry Needling is a safe and natural way to relieve pain, improve motion, and restore function. There are many conditions that dry needling can treat.  However, it is important to note that dry needling is rarely a standalone procedure.  Dry Needling is part of […]

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Tips to Set Up Your Child’s Homeschool Learning Space

Posted on: August 21st, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

Around this time of year, I give back-saving tips for back to school.  My number one top was to check the weight of your child’s book bag.  But now, that many of us are homeschooling our kids, we need some more relevant tips and tricks to make sure our kids have a virtual homeschool learning […]

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Debunking Back Pain Myths

Posted on: August 15th, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

Back pain is more common than people think… and so are the back pain myths.  Misconceptions about back pain can lead to more back pain problems.  That’s why it is so important to learn the facts about back pain and debunk back pain myths. Myth: Back Pain and Back Problems Won’t Happen to Me Fact: […]

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What is Dry Needling?

Posted on: August 5th, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

What is Dry Needling? Dry Needling, known as IntraMuscular Stimulation (IMS) or Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN).  It is a treatment performed by a certified physical therapist specialist to: Relax myofascial trigger points Restore normal muscle tones, muscle length Restore muscle coordination, function, and strength Dry Needling is often an effective technique for patients with […]

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Why You Should See a Physical Therapist First

Posted on: July 31st, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

Physical therapists are movement experts! Through hands-on care, individualized exercises, and patient education we can help you achieve a better quality of life.  When it comes to pain that hinders your ability to move and enjoy your daily activities, you should see a physical therapist first.  There are many benefits to Physical Therapy. Physical therapists […]

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You Have Direct Access to Physical Therapy

Posted on: July 29th, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

Did you know that you have direct access to physical therapy? Direct access means that you do not need a physician referral to access physical therapy services for evaluation and treatment. This is important because when a patient doesn’t have direct access, it delays treatment for those who would benefit from treatment by a physical […]

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How Can Drinking More Water Reduce Back Pain?

Posted on: July 23rd, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

Many people suffer from chronic lower back pain.  There are more than 26 million Americans who feel the same dull lower back ache and are experiencing limited mobility because of it.  While you should seek a physical therapy to relieve your lower back pain, there are a few daily changes you can start making now […]

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How To Pick A Protein Supplement By: Nathan Diaz, R.D.  Nutrition for Performance

Posted on: July 20th, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

I’m really pleased to share the following information by Nathan Diaz from Nutrition for Performance. He is a sport & performance dietitian, having earned his B.S. in Biology from the University of Central Florida in 2012, and a M.S. in nutrition from Florida International University in 2016.  As a credentialed dietitian through the Academy of Nutrition and […]

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The Connection: Ankle Mobility and Knee Pain

Posted on: July 15th, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

Many people are not aware that knee pain can be caused by a lack of ankle mobility. Whether you are out for a run or at a gym doing squats, good ankle mobility is important in order to prevent knee pain.  Knee pain can stem from a stiffness or tightness in your ankles. If you […]

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Why Does My Hip “Go Out”?

Posted on: June 25th, 2020 by Jeremy Wehking

Well, let’s make one thing clear…in most cases your hip is NOT “going out” of place.  But it does seem like it when you take a step forward and you feel a buckling of your hip accompanied by pain. The pain you are experiencing is most likely due to a tilted and rotated pelvis caused […]

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