5 Run Tips BEFORE You Start Training for the CCC
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Stephanie
6M ago
The Allstate Sugar Bowl Crescent City Classic 10K is just 4 weeks away.  Whether you are just beginning your run training or you are looking to beat your personal record (PR) this year, proper training techniques are essential to your running success. Here are five tips before you start your run training program: Footwear:  A key ingredient to running success and injury prevention is is the right pair of shoes.   I recommend buying your shoes from an establishment that deals with runners specifically.  There are several reputable retailers in the Metairie and New Orle ..read more
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3 Ways to Cut Back Pain at Work
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Rich
6M ago
If you are sitting while reading this get up and stretch! Chronic neck or back pain is often caused by being too sedentary. For those with office jobs, here are 3 quick ways to decrease your neck or back pain. Sit less. If you work in an office consider investing in a stand-up or treadmill desk. Have an ergonomic assessment of your worksite. Small cheap changes can make a big difference in how you feel. Schedule time to get up out of your chair and stretch. 5 Minutes of stretching during the day can go a long way to cut the pain. Don’t let back or neck pain get you down. There is usually a s ..read more
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How To Conquer the School Backpack Problem
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Rich
6M ago
Summer is coming to a close and our kids will be heading back to school soon.  Here are a few tips to conquer what has become a big concern: the heavy school backpack. First of all, let’s hope the kids are putting those books to good use and not just carrying them around unopened, collecting dust bunnies! If they do have to carry the books around, let’s look at it from the positive side. Carrying a backpack can be a great exercise. Across our society we see and hear about our youth getting less and less exercise…less P.E. and outdoor play and more time spent on the computer, playing video ..read more
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3 Ways to Cut Back Pain at Work
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Rich
4y ago
If you are sitting while reading this get up and stretch! Chronic neck or back pain is often caused by being too sedentary. For those with office jobs, here are 3 quick ways to decrease your neck or back pain. Sit less. If you work in an office consider investing in a stand-up or treadmill desk. Have an ergonomic assessment of your worksite. Small cheap changes can make a big difference in how you feel. Schedule time to get up out of your chair and stretch. 5 Minutes of stretching during the day can go a long way to cut the pain. Don’t let back or neck pain get you down. There is usually a sim ..read more
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How To Conquer the School Backpack Problem
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Rich
5y ago
Summer is coming to a close and our kids will be heading back to school soon.  Here are a few tips to conquer what has become a big concern: the heavy school backpack. First of all, let’s hope the kids are putting those books to good use and not just carrying them around unopened, collecting dust bunnies! If they do have to carry the books around, let’s look at it from the positive side. Carrying a backpack can be a great exercise. Across our society we see and hear about our youth getting less and less exercise…less P.E. and outdoor play and more time spent on the computer, playing video game ..read more
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5 Run Tips BEFORE You Start Training
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Stephanie
5y ago
Whether you are just beginning to run or you are a veteran marathoner, proper training techniques are essential to your running success. Here are five tips before you start your run training program: Footwear:  A key ingredient to running success and injury prevention is is the right pair of shoes.   I recommend buying your shoes from an establishment that deals with runners specifically.  There are several reputable retailers in the Metairie and New Orleans area that can help you find the shoes best designed to accommodate your individual needs. Have a plan: Everyone has heard of the “terri ..read more
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Happy Feet: Our Rec for a Great Work Shoe
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Stephanie
5y ago
As physical therapists, we work on our feet all day long and it can sometimes take a toll on our bodies. Proper foot mechanics and support plays a significant role in the mechanics of your entire body.  Good work shoes are a must, especially for foot and ankle pain!  Lucky for us, we discovered the perfect work shoe that keeps our feet happy and we want to share it with you – the ZEROGRAND by Cole Haan. “The ZEROGRAND shoe provides a professional appearance, while also delivering the support and cushioning needed to help our feet withstand long periods of standing as well as plenty of movemen ..read more
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Tips to Alleviate Pain on Your Road Trip
Metairie Physical Therapy – BaudryTherapyCenter
by Rich
5y ago
Have you ever experienced aches and pains while on a road trip riding in a car or airplane for extended periods of time? Our bodies are made for movement, but during long road trips, we are confined to our seats often leaving us with cricks, creaks, aches, and pains at the end of an exhausting drive. Then, to add insult to injury, when we finally reach our destination we have to unload the luggage. Ouch! Here are a few strategies to help minimize your road trip pains: Bring a small pillow or a rolled up towel and use them to support your back. Shift the position of the pillow or towel to alter ..read more
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