by buildpt | Apr 27, 2018 | Injury Prevention
Longer, warmer days mean more time outdoors – and more time in the yard and garden raking, lifting, digging, hauling, spreading, pushing, and so on. Whether you consider this work enjoyable or intolerable, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson has a message for...
by buildpt | Mar 30, 2018 | Exercise and Fitness, Injury Prevention, Wellness
Shoulder pain in older adults often appears suddenly, as if caused by a sudden trauma or injury. But for many, says Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson, shoulder injuries are often the result of musculoskeletal conditions directly associated with aging and,...
by buildpt | Mar 2, 2018 | Wellness
While injuries such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow — known as repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) — are often linked to an occupation or some type of sports or recreation activity, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson points out that the...
by buildpt | Feb 2, 2018 | Balance and Fall Prevention, Exercise and Fitness
Orthopedic professionals such as physicians and physical therapists often refer to the human body’s kinetic chain – the notion that all bones, joints and “links” are connected, and that movement in one area can affect function in all areas. While not officially part...
by buildpt | Dec 29, 2017 | Exercise and Fitness, Injury Prevention
As the New Year serves as the starting line for many who are bound and determined to get into shape this year, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson is quick to remind well-meaning people that overtraining is a real thing – and if it’s not identified early, it...
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