by buildpt | Nov 5, 2018 | Exercise and Fitness
To the 43 million Americans who have low bone density, putting them at high risk of osteoporosis, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson has an important message: exercise is good medicine. But not just any exercise – weight-bearing, muscle-strengthening...
by buildpt | Oct 2, 2018 | Injury Prevention, Wellness
While an estimated eight in 10 people will experience back pain at some point in their lives – up to 30 percent of Americans, in fact, over the past three months – few people actually get to the bottom of the cause of the pain. This is a problem, says Eagle...
by buildpt | Sep 4, 2018 | Exercise and Fitness, Wellness
The struggle new college students experience is real, says Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson. The ability to stay active and lead a healthful lifestyle is such a common challenge to young adults entering college, Wilson points out that it’s often stigmatized...
by buildpt | Aug 6, 2018 | Injury Prevention, Wellness
From homework and tests to extra-curricular activities, students already shoulder plenty of weight during back-to-school time. Their backpacks should be the least of their worries, says Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson. “Backpacks are so practical, but...
by buildpt | Jun 22, 2018 | Balance and Fall Prevention, Exercise and Fitness, Injury Prevention
While working to build a solid and stable foundation is certainly a critical component to personal health and athletic performance, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson warns that focusing only on muscle strength can, over time, make a person more susceptible...
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