While our goal at Symmetry is that every patient leaves the clinic after treatment feeling better, we know that in some cases, individuals are on the fence about making an appointment because they have had a bad experience with PT in the past. Here are some of the more common reasons this might happen, along with reasons you owe it …
More and more people are incorporating strength training into their exercise routines. Some of the benefits include increasing bone density (thereby reducing the risk of osteoporosis), helping manage or lose weight by increasing metabolism, contributing to better balance and body mechanics, reducing the signs and symptoms of chronic conditions and even sharpening your mental acuity. If you have been meaning …
Two physical therapists have joined our team in recent months. Welcome, Brad and Lily! Here’s a little more about these two new Symmetry staff members: We’re thrilled to welcome Brad Bevil to the practice. Brad earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas in 2008 and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Texas State …
The statistics on concussions are troubling: * In the U.S. alone, the CDC estimates that between 1.6 and 3.8 million concussions occur each year. * One in five high school athletes will sustain a concussion during a sports season. * Only 5-10% of these head injuries are recognized and diagnosed by coaches, parents and athletic trainers. Staff at Symmetry Physical …
“You’re fine”. “Pain is your friend”. “Take two aspirin and call me in the morning”. We’ve been hearing it all our lives, in different ways: push through the pain. But is that a good idea? Pain is an indicator that something is amiss. It may indicate overuse, a substitution pattern of muscle activity or poor joint mechanics. Pain can be …
Believe it or not, it’s time to think about fall sports. Are you ready? We tend to see patients in the fall who fit into two categories: those who over-trained during the summer and those who did not train at all. If you are worried that you may have over-trained during the summer, watch for mild nagging pain that becomes …
Concussions are getting much more media attention. What do you need to know about these types of head injuries? 1) A concussion does not necessarily always involve a loss of consciousness or a direct blow to the head. Concussions are the result of “impulsive” forces to the brain. Essentially, they are “whiplash” injuries, where the brain bounces around inside …
It can be challenging to exercise in Central Texas during the summer months. Here are five tips to stay safe while exercising this summer: Be aware of the sun. Use sunscreen and shade your eyes when possible – particularly when participating in water sports. Keep surgical scars safe by applying sunscreen to prevent discoloration of new, fragile skin. Any new …
It’s easy to stop exercising while you are vacationing. Here are some simple ways to keep moving during your next trip: Wear athletic shoes while traveling and sneak in a walk whenever possible. Walk to and from restaurants, around the airport on layover and in quick intervals on breaks when you are waiting on something, such as when you fill …
