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Domenico Valdespino, SPT – Texas State University Doctorate of Physical Therapy Class of 2024 Finding success at any high-level sport is incredibly difficult to achieve for any athlete. I had some of my best performances in sports in lifting competitions and was among the top 6 strongest highschoolers in my division. Strength was always one of my strong suits in …

Those of you who have visited Symmetry intermittently through the years may remember our original clinic location across the street from our current location.  The growth of the practice prompted a move two years ago into our current location.  We are grateful to have been able to assist our North Austin community – for 10 years now – in maintaining …

Arthritis may seem relatively benign – everyone knows someone who has arthritis. But here are some numbers that help put the problem of arthritis into perspective: Clearly, arthritis is a serious condition, and a serious problem. The good news is that physical therapy is one of the most effective treatments for arthritis. The Benefits of Physical Therapy for Managing Arthritis …

It’s well known that athletes hide injuries, but they’re not the only group known to do this. Performers like dancers keep injury secrets, and so do workers in all types of jobs. These groups might seem diverse, but they have a lot in common when we look at the reasons that they might hide or avoid reporting injuries. Stigma is …

Nearly 5 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia – a chronic (long-lasting) disorder that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body, as well as fatigue. Scientists do not fully understand what causes this disorder, but people with fibromyalgia may experience a variety of symptoms, including a global heightened sensitivity to pain, digestive issues, memory issues …

Ryan Roenigk, SPT – Texas State University Doctorate of Physical Therapy Class of 2023 You likely are coming to Symmetry Physical Therapy for specific guidance on how to reduce pain and improve your overall function. Maybe you had a recent injury or surgery that brought you through our doors. It’s also very common that you have been dealing with chronic …

Kylie Dugan, SPT – Texas State University Doctorate of Physical Therapy Class of 2023 Healthcare is a field that is especially notorious for having many acronyms and initials that can often be confusing. You may hear your physical therapist (PT) or another healthcare provider referring to another profession, certified specialist, or treatment technique by initials.   We thought it might be …

Arthritis is a chronic condition that causes inflammation of the joints. It can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling. The hips, knees, hands, and spine are the most commonly affected joints. Arthritis is not a single disease but an umbrella term that includes a variety of different types. Some of the more common examples are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis …

This post was written by Seth Blankenship, SPT – Texas State University, Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Class of 2023 – who recently finished a clinical rotation at Symmetry. It is widely accepted that when weight training, accomplishing muscle hypertrophy (the increase in size of your muscles) requires doing exercise repetitions with a resistance of 65-70% of your one repetition maximum …