Aging and exercise should always be considered together. We’re all required to age—it’s a matter of life—however, exercise is a choice that keeps the worst effects at bay. But how does exercise minimize the effects of aging? Studies support maintaining an exercise practice as you get older. For instance, a much-cited study by U.K.’s King’s ..read more

April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, and to celebrate Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services is recognizing all the therapists and sports medicine specialists that play a role in helping the youth stay safe! Not only do our therapists and sports medicine specialists assist young athletes after they have been injured, but they also work with ..read more

Updated in April 2024 What is sports medicine? Sports medicine is branch of medical practice specialize in treating athletes, from professionals to amateurs, as well as week-end warriors, individuals who are participating in physical fitness and sports training program. They also help individuals improve their athletic performance, recover from injuries, rehabilitate injuries and return athletic ..read more

TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) is a therapy that uses low-level electrical currents to alleviate pain. A TENS unit is a small device that delivers the current to your nerves, which can help to block or change your perception of pain. TENS may help relieve pain for some people and may be effective for a variety ..read more

Question: I find that my neck and shoulders hurt after a long day at work sitting at the computer. Why does this happen and what can I do to help it? Answer: You may be experiencing a strain of your postural muscles of the neck and upper back. Muscles in this region often tighten or spasm in response to ..read more

Why You Shouldn’t Overdo It… We have all heard the phrase ‘No pain, no gain’. When it comes to the human body, discomfort is acceptable, but pain is not. In fact, there is a threshold of pain tolerance that is unique to each individual. It’s important to understand and respect this limit. When the body ..read more

Pain in the heel can occur due to bone spurs, inflammation of the plantar fascia (known as plantar fasciitis) or impingement of the small nerves in the foot. The feet bear the weight of the body upon them, but the heel of the foot receives little thought unless it begins to hurt. Pain can originate ..read more

Updated February, 2024 You know the saying “no pain, no gain”? When it comes to Achilles tendinopathy, this phrase could be amended to “more gain, no pain.” The more strength you gain through the special exercise protocol we use for this condition, the less discomfort you’ll feel. It can be discouraging to hear that you’ll need 10 to 12 weeks of therapy ..read more

Updated February, 2024 “Shin splints” is a vague term, used to refer to pain in the lower part of the shin bone. It is vague because pain on the shin can mean pain on the outside of the leg, inside of the leg, pain from a stress fracture,  or pain from compartment syndrome. The medical ..read more

Updated February 2024 It’s well known that nutrients in certain foods can boost immunity, improve heart health, and promote well being. However, did you know that nutrition can play a role in bone and joint health as well? Joints serve an important function in the human body. Movement at the joints allows you to bend ..read more