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The articles posted here are for educational purposes only. Individual medical advice should be obtained via an evaluation or assessment by a physical therapist.

No Referral? No Problem: Why You Can See a Physical Therapist Without a Physician Prescription

No Referral? No Problem: Why You Can See a Physical Therapist Without a Physician Prescription

You don’t need a referral from a physician to get physical therapy. Learn more here. (Photo by Nappy on Unsplash)

health, physical therapy, treatmentPAR 5 PTOctober 30, 2024PAR 5 Physical Therapyinsurance, physical therapy

Why You Can’t Fix a Medical Problem with a Fitness Solution: Understanding the Difference

Why You Can’t Fix a Medical Problem with a Fitness Solution: Understanding the Difference

Don't bring a fitness answer to a medical question. Photo by Trust "Tru" Katsande on Unsplash

assessment, fitness, physical therapyPAR 5 PTOctober 23, 2024PAR 5 Physical Therapyexercise, health, evaluation

Why Google Can’t Fix Your Pain: The Power of a PT Evaluation

Why Google Can’t Fix Your Pain: The Power of a PT Evaluation

Don't settle for a band-aid, get permanent solutions and relief with a PT evaluation and treatment. Photo by Nathana Rebouças on Unsplash

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Step-Ups and Knee Pain: How to Strengthen Your Legs Without Hurting Your Knees

Step-Ups and Knee Pain: How to Strengthen Your Legs Without Hurting Your Knees

Step ups don't have to hurt. Learn strategies to help make this simple exercise pain-free here.

body mechanics, exercise, fitnessPAR 5 PTOctober 9, 2024PAR 5 Physical Therapyexercise, step, knee, step up

Running and Knee Pain: How Physical Therapy Can Keep You Moving

Running and Knee Pain: How Physical Therapy Can Keep You Moving

Run pain free with PT. Photo by Tikkho Maciel on Unsplash

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Elevating Your Golf Game with Physical Therapy and Fitness Training

Elevating Your Golf Game with Physical Therapy and Fitness Training

Get fit for the fairway and play longer in yards and years. Photo by David Goldsbury on Unsplash

assessment, fitness, golfPAR 5 PTSeptember 25, 2024PAR 5 Physical Therapygolf, golf fitness

The Importance of Maintenance Programs for Marathon Runners

The Importance of Maintenance Programs for Marathon Runners

Marathon runners need programs to keep them on the road. We can help. Read more here. (Photo by Capstone Events on Unsplash)

body mechanics, exercise, fitnessPAR 5 PTSeptember 18, 2024PAR 5 Physical Therapyrunning, injury, prevention, sports

Unlocking the Power of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) in Physical Therapy

Unlocking the Power of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) in Physical Therapy

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is a revolutionary rehabilitation and strength training approach. Learn more here.

exercise, fitnessPAR 5 PTSeptember 11, 2024PAR 5 Physical Therapytraining, blood flow restriction, exercise

Lunges and Knee Pain: How to Perfect Your Form and Protect Your Joints

Lunges and Knee Pain: How to Perfect Your Form and Protect Your Joints

Learn how to lunge without knee pain. Photo by Big Dodzy on Unsplash

exercise, fitnessPAR 5 PTSeptember 4, 2024PAR 5 Physical Therapyknee pain, lunge, fitness, exercise, knee

Squatting Without the Ache: How to Prevent Knee Pain and Improve Your Form

Squatting Without the Ache: How to Prevent Knee Pain and Improve Your Form

Squats are NOT bad for your knees. Learn more here. Photo by Rachel Moore on Unsplash

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