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Let It Go – 7 Yoga Poses to De-stress & Recenter
With so many changes ongoing in our communities, you may have started to notice subsequent stress in your body. It’s important to take time to focus inward with compassion to reduce stress and recenter.
Health at Home Video Series - Week 1
Wake up your body with an 8-minute stretch routine and sneak movement into every day in 5 simple steps. Here's week 1 of our Health at Home Video Series in partnership with SweatNet Charlotte.
Stretching Guide to Ease Tight Muscles
This downloadable stretching guide targets commonly tight muscles to help encourage good posture, enhance your range of motion, reduce the overuse of certain muscle groups, relieve discomfort and support quality rest.
Read MoreDeep Breathing for Pain Control & Relaxation
Diaphragmatic breathing is a deep-breathing exercise that can relieve stress, lower your blood pressure, slow your heart rate and more.
Read MoreSimple Yoga to Improve Posture
Poor posture habits increase stress and strain on our spine and joints. One simple yoga pose can help improve your posture and body alignment to minimize this stress.
Read MoreHow to Boost Productivity When Working from Home
Make the most of working remotely by taking a few extra steps to boost your mood and productivity.
Read More8 Tips to Strengthen Your Immune System
In addition to washing your hands thoroughly and avoiding people who may be sick, follow these tips to protect yourself against viruses and support a strong immune system.
Read MoreStretches for Swimmers
PTA Mary Jean McKinnon demonstrates stretches and techniques to relieve muscle tightness and help swimmers of all ages perform their best.
Read MoreBehind the Scenes of Caring For Some of the Country’s Top College Athletes
PA Jeffrey Dabkowski invites us to learn how he keeps Davidson College’s basketball team healthy at home and on the road.
Dive In: 11 Things to Know About Aquatic Therapy
One of the biggest splashes in physical therapy in recent years is the evolution of aquatic therapy.
Read More12 Ways to Strengthen Your Core
Your core muscles are muscles that you can’t ‘see’, as opposed to muscles that are visible in shape beneath your skin.
Read MoreOrthopedic Anatomy Event Series
Discussing orthopedic injuries and topics that affect you most. Watch our live stream on Facebook & YouTube (@orthocarolina).
Read More5 Neck and Shoulder Stretches To help reduce soreness
Finding yourself grabbing your neck and shoulders after a long day at work? Try these neck and shoulder stretches physical therapist-approved stretches.
Read MoreThe Hip, Getting Older and Running
Many active Americans worry about the impact of exercise on their hips. Chris Dollar, PT, DPT, talks about the hip and how it ages with you.
Read MoreWhy Adults Need to be More Active
Our society is one that relies heavily on technology and tends to leave us sedentary most of the day, which can cause health problems down the road. Here are some quick tips to become more active and lead a healthier lifestyle overall.
Read MoreFive FAQs about Treadmill Running Answered by a Medical Expert
The treadmill can be an excellent training tool for runners when weather conditions are uninviting or downright dangerous. Love them or hate them, treadmills can be convenient, easy to use and safer than battling the elements and weather outside.
Read MoreDo You Have Sacroiliac Joint Problems? Here's What You Need to Know
The sacroiliac (SI) joint is located in the pelvis and links the iliac bones (pelvis) to the sacrum (lowest part of the spine above the tailbone). It is an essential component for shock absorption to prevent impact force from reaching the spine.
Read MoreWhat's in a serving? How to know you're eating enough fruits and veggies
We know fruits and vegetables are good for us, but to support healthy weight we need to know exactly what makes up a serving.
Read MoreDr. Ellington Performs 3D Total Talus Replacement
3D printed custom talus replacement completed by Dr. J. Kent Ellington of the OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Institute
Read MoreHow Women Can Safely Start an Exercise Program Over 50
As the New Year approaches many people make New Year’s resolutions. One very popular resolution is to begin exercising. For women in particular, it can be difficult to battle weight gain with age due in part to hormonal imbalances and the prevalence of estrogen.
Read MoreWorkout Recovery - How to Get the Most Out of Your Effort
A series of micro muscle tears during workouts lead to increased strength and performance but it's important to jumpstart the recovery process during high-intensity training.
Read More4 Frozen Waterfalls To Explore in Western Carolina this Winter
Waterfalls take on a new look in winter as their icy cascades produce surreal sights and sounds. Discover these four gems around Asheville.
Read MoreHow to Tackle a Long-Distance Hike in Winter
You don't have to pack up your hiking shoes when the snow starts to fall. Here, insider tips on tackling a long-distance hike in winter.
Read MoreControlling Your Pain After Surgery
Ways you and your healthcare team can control your pain
Read MorePreparing for your orthopedic surgery
In an effort to better assist you with your upcoming surgery, we have created this brief overview and outline of what you can expect
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