Highland Physical Therapy

Why Does Back Pain Increase In Winter? 5 Key Reasons

As the festive season of Christmas rolls in with its promise of joy and gatherings, it’s often shadowed for many by the unwelcome guest of back pain. Winter’s cold embrace can turn joyful activities like cooking for family, traveling, and sitting for long dinners into painful ordeal. Understanding why back pain intensifies during this season … Read more

3 Tips To Recover From Ankle Injuries Fast

As the holiday season approaches, it brings with it a promise of joy, warmth, and cherished moments with loved ones. However, if you’re hobbling around with an ankle injury, each step can feel like a huge undertaking, overshadowing the festive spirit. The thought of missing out on holiday activities or struggling through them with pain … Read more

4 Exercises To Stretch Calves Before Running

When it comes to running, your calves are more than just show muscles; they are the powerhouses that propel you forward with every stride.But when they’re tight, they’re like a rubber band stretched to its limit, ready to snap.Tight calves are not only uncomfortable, but they can also lead to decreased ankle motion and greatly … Read more

3 Exercises To Relax Your Pelvic Floor Muscles

As we enjoy the picturesque views that Pocatello has to offer, there is an underlying issue that many silently struggle with Tightened pelvic floor muscles. Imagine the frustration of feeling a constant, underlying discomfort, the intimacy issues that might arise in your relationships, the hesitancy to participate in social events, or the insecurity of experiencing … Read more

5 Ways Orthotics Can Help Your Knee and Back Pain

Are you fighting a daily battle against knee and back pain? The frustration of not being able to play with your children because of nagging knee and back pain, or the heartbreak of watching from the sidelines as your friends play the sport you love. If you’ve experienced this, you don’t need to accept the … Read more

Your Feet: A Strong Foundation

Most movement activities involve standing on your feet. And just like the foundation of a good building, a strong foundation for your body is needed to keep your structures stable and healthy. A poor foundation leads to early breakdown of all structures. If your feet tend to roll to the inside excessively, you are a … Read more

The Secret Stretches For Neck Pain That The Pro’s Don’t Want You To Know About

Do you constantly find yourself battling with neck pain? No matter how hard you try, it just keeps getting in the way of your daily routine. You may have tried several remedies, but you still haven’t found the relief you need. What if there were some secret stretches that medical professionals and professional athletes have … Read more

These 5 Things Could Make Your Shoulder Pain Worse

  Pain in the shoulder can be caused by a variety of problems, including injury or overuse. Problems within the joint, such as an arthritic condition or a dislocated shoulder, may also lead to shoulder pain. Other common causes of shoulder pain include rotator cuff tears, bursitis, tendonitis, and impingement.Symptoms of shoulder pain vary depending … Read more