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What is physical therapy, and how is it different from regular ol exercise?
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Can you enjoy a stroll around the neighborhood without pain?
), whereas regular workouts prioritize your performance.
Why is it important to have good physical therapy habits?
If theres one physical therapy habit you should follow, its moving more.
Healthy movementin whatever form that takes for each individualis a great habit to include in your daily life.
But you might prevent future pain (and just feel better) by being intentional about your movement andposturenow.
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How to use it:Exercise and stability balls are great for making your ab workouts more challenging.
How to use it:Remember that oldPortlandiabit put a bird on it?
Bradbury says they can assist in stretching and can provide some degree ofstrength trainingas well.
Meanwhile, bands that are made to loop around parts of your body (a.k.a.
Its best for large muscle groups like your glutes, quads, calves, and upper back.
But never use onedirectly on your neck, the location of your vital carotid arteries.
Put the ball between your back and a wall, then lean into it.
You should feel a release in your calf and Achilles tendon.
Ice is always a simple go-to forsorenessor swelling, especially after working out, she says.
Ice constricts the blood flow and, therefore, fluids associated with injury to an area.
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