Moving Forward

Blog posts from Andersonville Physical Therapy

Tips for Snow Shoveling to Avoid Injuries

By Pat Staszak, PT We had a great run at a mild winter, but all good things must come to an end. Yesterday’s blizzard has created a lot of work…

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Yoga for Hips and Pelvis

Saturday, March 19th from 5:00-7:00pm at Chi-Town Shakti, 1343 West Devon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660. A review of the anatomy of the pelvis provides a better understanding of how your yoga…

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A smarter way to strengthen your muscles, from your biceps to your pelvic floor

By Catherine Lewan, PT, DPT Do tight muscles equal strong muscles? Not necessarily. Contrary to popular belief, tighter does not equal stronger. In muscle physiology terms, muscle “tone” is the…

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Overuse Injuries and Arthritis: Inevitable or Avoidable?

By Pat Staszak, PT If your mind is willing, but your body…not so much, then you’re not alone! Aches and pains and your body’s inability to recover as quickly as…

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Illinois Needs Dry Needling by Physical Therapists

An upcoming vote in the Illinois Legislature could change the scope of practice for physical therapists in our state, and we’re reaching out to let you know how you can…

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Enjoy the Ride – Common Cycling Overuse Injuries and How to Avoid Them

By Patricia Staszak, PT Last issue we talked about proper bike fit and riding position – both of which can go a long way in ensuring glorious riding comfort for…

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Get On Your Bike and Ride!

By Patricia Staszak, PT Riding a bike isn’t just good exercise. It’s good for your soul, it’s good for your wallet, and it’s good for the environment. As a physical…

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Sun Salutation A Yoga Flow

Sun Salutation A is a classic yoga flow sequence that increases upper body awareness and strength, and improves core stability and lower body flexibility.  To make it more accessible for…

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Yoga for Neck and Shoulder Pain

Experiencing neck or shoulder pain regularly?   If so, try the Modified Moon Salutation.   This yoga flow develops awareness of scapular and shoulder position.  It increases upper body strength to encourage…

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Exercise of the Month – Cobra

Intention: In Cobra we move into spinal extension. Spinal extension exercises are useful for postural training, to deepen respiration and encourage a lifting of mood. Cobra is a very important…

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