Kimberly Schwarze 
No, we are not talking about the college basketball tournament. We at Highland Physical Therapy are bringing back a series that we have done in the past to keep you active and healthy this spring.Exercise is a key component in staying healthy and preventing injuries. Doing yoga or Pilates can help you build strength, flexibility, … Read more
Urinary incontinence, or involuntary urine leakage, is common and affects millions of men and women of all ages. So if you are struggling with incontinence, it is nothing to be embarrassed by and there are known ways to help treat the problem. While urinary incontinence can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, it does not have to … Read more
We have patients ask us what is incontinence and how do you treat it. While all situations are different, we can help you understand some of the problems you are having by first telling you what incontinence, or leakage, is and why it occurs. Urinary incontinence is when a person accidentally leaks urine. While urine … Read more
Hip pain: most of us have experienced it, and if you’re reading this, you are probably still suffering from hip discomfort. We’ve all been there. Our hands clutching at our thighs in the hope of relieving hip stress as we get up or sit down; a grimace on our faces as we try to grapple … Read more
It is getting colder or is cold in many states here in the US and getting exercise can be tough because of the weather conditions outside. We see many patients that are dealing with knee pain here in the clinic and understand the difficulty that the weather can cause with a bad knee or two. … Read more
It is that time of year again! Family in for the holidays, a feast or two is sure to follow, and what would these days be without a cup of cheer. The last thing in many people’s minds is exercise and fitness routines. It is a perfect time to relax, take a break, and let … Read more
Now that the Christmas holidays are over, it’s time to stow away the decorations for another year. Doing so poses a risk for back, knee and shoulder injuries. The following tips will help prevent such injuries so that you get going with the new year. 1. Bend at your hips and knees 2. Maintain a … Read more
Skiing and snowboarding is fun, and what better way to do it more than to keep yourself from injury? Here are a few tips to keep you safe on the hill. Know before you Go Look up the weather and ski conditions before you head up the hill so you won’t be blindsided. Foggy conditions, … Read more
How many times have you woken up this week feeling exhausted after an awful nights sleep? And how many times has lower back pain left you relying on painkillers, unable to get comfortable in bed, or struggling through the day with stiff joints and tight low back muscles? If this is an issue you are … Read more
We often see patients at Highland Physical Therapy who have injured themselves when shoveling snow. It’s actually more common than you might think – so if you have, you’re not alone!You might experience aches and pains as you shovel snow, or it may become progressively more painful leaving you reliant on painkillers to get through … Read more
