The human body is constructed from a variety of tissue types, each of which heals at a different rate and responds differently to various exercises or activities. It is important to know what type of tissue is compromised when injury occurs, in order to appropriately estimate a time frame for healing and to set appropriate expectations for rehabilitation. Listed below …
Squatting is a Basic Life Skill
If physical therapists were given a dollar every time that someone told us that they were told “not to squat”, we would all have a consistent source of some extra pocket money. The fact that so many people receive this advice is a pet peeve of mine, and of many of my peers as well, I am sure. Squatting is …
Is Your Work Place Causing You Pain?
Do you have neck, shoulder, jaw, or back pain related to your job or work place environment? Many musculoskeletal disorders are due to poor biomechanics during tasks such as lifting, overhead reaching, pushing or pulling, and/or working in awkward body positions while performing repetitive tasks. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are among the most frequently reported causes of lost or restricted work …
Independence Day 2017 in Austin
The 4th of July is coming up quickly, and Austin has multiple events scheduled to celebrate the occasion. Independence Day is a good excuse to spend the day outdoors and enjoy some fireworks in the evening. Here are some events available in Austin to help celebrate: Fireworks and Family Fun: This list from the Downtown Austin Patch describes a variety …
Physical Therapy Legislation: End-of-Session Summary
The 85th Texas Legislature has finished its standard interval and is now in special session. Unfortunately, legislation pertaining to Physical Therapy was not moved forward into law during this session. Over the last few months, Symmetry has been actively supporting and following the progress of Senate Bill 728 and House Bill 2118 – companion bills that would have allowed Texas …
Sports Corner: Pitching Injuries
America’s national pastime – BASEBALL – has been a preferred summer sporting event for millions of young athletes since its creation. The allure and nostalgia of fresh cut grass, playing catch and spring afternoons spent at the ballpark serve as a foundation for many Americans’ childhood memories. Baseball is not without its challenges, though, one of the primary being the …
How to Keep Kids Active During the Summer
Summer is just around the corner, which means that kids will be out of school. It’s tempting for kids to want to hide out watching the TV, playing video games, and texting all day. Since summer vacations are typically 10-12 weeks long, it’s important to resist this temptation and to keep kids both mentally and physically engaged in various activities …
Five Reasons to Visit Symmetry’s Physical Therapists Before Summer
5 Reasons to Visit Symmetry’s Physical Therapists Before Summer Fix your aching back before you travel. The summer season often means long car rides, plane trips, and loading or maneuvering luggage. Don’t risk arriving at your summer destination feeling incapacitated and unable to participate. Symmetry can help you to get your back into shape before departure, so that you can …
Would I Benefit From Physical Therapy?
The therapists at Symmetry often hear the question “Do you think that I am a candidate for physical therapy?” One short answer to this query would be that anyone who finds that they are unable to move well is a good physical therapy candidate. Human movement may suffer due to a variety of factors: pain, stiffness, instability, weakness, balance deficits, …