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At this time of year, many people are focused on fitness.  It’s worth taking a look at what fitness really means.  One definition of “fit” is being “sound physically and mentally, or being healthy.” Considering that definition, many “fitness” routines fall short of the goal. If you don’t enjoy running and dread every workout, you’re probably falling short of the …

The Austin Marathon takes place this year on February 16th.  During this time of year, as many runners’ seasons are peaking with participation in this race, we typically get a lot of questions at Symmetry about “Runner’s Knee” and other pain and injury issues frequently associated with high-mileage running.  We hope that if you are a runner, you are running …

For those of you that are curious – here is a recent construction site photo of the Park Bend Medical Office Building. Later this year, Symmetry will be moving into this brand new building, which is located just across the street from our current office location. Stay tuned for future updates and timelines…

Your car needs regular maintenance, so you probably have a mechanic. Your eyes and teeth are important, so you see your optometrist and dentist regularly. You get an annual physical from your family physician. You might even be getting ready to see your accountant to get your yearly income tax done. What about your physical therapist? Do you and your …

The following is a list of staff & reader favorites from Symmetry’s newsletter over the last 12 months: Aging in Place: Resources for Home Safety & Accessibility Life is a Movement Journey Should You Be Stretching 3 Things You Might Not Know About Concussion New Texas Law Increases Access to Physical Therapists How Yoga Can Help Soothe the Nervous System …

As the New Year approaches, there are changes afoot for many insurance plans.  It is common for insurance plans to ‘roll over’ at the beginning of the calendar year.  This typically means that a new set of benefits is available to each plan holder.  It may also mean that there are updates to plan attributes such as deductibles, co-insurance, and …

As 2019 comes to a close, it is traditional to reflect on the past 12 months.  Here at Symmetry, a lot has happened this year.  We’ve expanded our staff – welcoming Laurie in the front office, as well as Shelby, our newest physical therapist.  Texas law changed with House Bill 29 to enable patients to more quickly access physical therapy …

If it hasn’t happened already, the day after Thanksgiving is often the time when thoughts begin to turn ahead in earnest to the winter holiday season – Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanzaa, and Winter Solstice.  Nowadays, when even prior to Halloween, holiday trappings are out in the stores, the day after Thanksgiving has been turned into Black Friday – a day of …

With the holiday shopping season upon us, take a minute to consider gift ideas that encourage health, movement, balance, fun, and especially a break from digital devices. Our team of physical therapists offers the following list of ideas to keep your family and friends of all ages active, mobile and entertained. The long-term benefit of health is the gift that …