by EXCEL Staff | Aug 29, 2022 | Injury Prevention, Posture, Wellness
Back to school season is upon us! Returning to the classroom and the social aspects of school can be exciting and fun for many kids and teens. However, just like getting used to waking up early, there is an adjustment period for the musculoskeletal system as well....
by Kevin Picardo, PT, DPT | Dec 16, 2020 | Injury Prevention, Outside the Clinic, Posture
Winter’s coldest months bring us fun, snow, and endless seasonal activities—but with the unpredictable weather and the bitter cold come unexpected injuries. Being informed and prepared is half the battle. Slick, ice-covered sidewalks, driveways, and stairs increase...
by EXCEL Staff | Jun 18, 2020 | Education, EXCEL Webinars, Posture
On June 18, 2020, Excel Physical Therapy hosted a community webinar to discuss the “back pain pandemic,” against the backdrop of COVID-19. Under normal circumstances, 80% of the population experiences back pack at some point in their life. However, the...
by EXCEL Staff | Aug 16, 2018 | Education, Posture
You’ve heard it a thousand times, if not from your mother, then from co-workers and even friends: “don’t slouch.” The truth is there no such thing as perfect posture and it remains a highly debated topic. Even physical therapists can’t...