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PT PRO’s FAVORITE THINGS LIST 2020
We may not be Oprah, but our physical therapists have some pretty great product recommendations to send you into 2021 relaxed, aligned, and feeling your best. Superfeet If you’re a runner like Alice or just want to give your feet some TLC, make sure Superfeet...
COVID19: Your Health Is Our Highest Priority
Dear PT Pro Community, As communities begin to feel the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19), I want to share with you the steps we’re taking at PT Pro Inc. to help protect the health and safety of our customers and associates, which is always our top priority. We’re...
Redmond Wellness: Avoid These 5 Running Mistakes During 5K Season
It’s the season for weekend fun runs, charity 5Ks and multi-stage team relays. But as recreation and competitive runners hit the roads and trails to prepare for upcoming events, Redmond physical therapist Maureen Madden, reminds us that avoiding common early season...
Parent Tip: Active Kids Become Healthy Adults
With child obesity still an epidemic in the U.S. and reams of research showing both the immediate and long-term benefits of youth exercise, it’s important for parents today to make movement and activity a part of kids’ lifestyles, says Redmond physical therapist...
Five Fitness Tips to Keep Introverts Moving
Finding a workout routine that fits your personality is one of the key ways to achieve optimal results, says Redmond physical therapist Maureen Madden. And, that holds particularly true for introverts – those who may be uneasy about joining a gym or a fitness class...
Volunteering Benefits Seniors Physically & Mentally
For some, the Holiday Season can be a time of social isolation and loneliness. This can be especially true for older adults who live alone, according to Redmond physical therapists Maureen Madden. Research shows social isolation can have adverse effects such as...
Physical Therapy Plays Critical Role in Breast Cancer Treatment, Rehab
In 2015, researchers from the Netherlands found that a combination of supervised strength and aerobic training during the early stages of breast cancer treatment reduces fatigue while helping patients increase muscle fitness. More recently, a study published in the...
National Physical Therapy Month: 4 Things You Didn’t Know about PT
October is National Physical Therapy Month, and Redmond physical therapist Maureen Madden would like to take the opportunity to remind people about the important role improved and restored movement has on improving society. “Movement is central to a person’s...