Concussion Symptoms can Improve with Managed Exercise & Physical Therapy
With high school sports starting up soon and NFL training camps in full swing, concussions are certain to ramp up within the mainstream consciousness. And, while talk will often point to conventional wisdom which states that “time and rest” are the best and only...
Local PT Debunks 6 Common Back Pain Myths
Despite being one of the top causes of disability in the U.S., affecting around eight in 10 people in their lifetimes, back pain is an ailment often misunderstood by those affected, says Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson. Such...
Eagle River Wellness: 7 Fitness Tips for Summer Vacation Travel
It’s vacation season, and for many that means visiting faraway friends, exploring new places and possibly even crossing some things off the ol’ bucket list. Unfortunately, traveling often also means lots of sitting, interrupted sleep patterns due to time...
Eagle River Wellness: Tips for Reducing, Managing Plantar Fasciitis Pain
Studies show about three-quarters of all Americans will experience foot pain at some point in their lives. Of them, more than 2 million people who seek treatment each year will learn they suffer from an overuse condition called plantar fasciitis. Fortunately,...
Eagle River Wellness: How to Talk Positively About Exercise with Your Kids
All kids need exercise. Stacks of scientific research through the years support the myriad ways exercise helps young bodies and minds as they develop and grow. It’s important, then, for parents to encourage their children to be active and develop healthful...
Jump into March Madness Mindful of Jumper’s Knee, says Eagle River PT
As a large portion of the nation’s attention turns to the “March Madness” NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in the coming days, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson says now is an ideal time to educate fans, young competitors and even...
5 Exercise Myths for People 55 and Older, according to Eagle River PT
While it’s expected that most older people tend to slow down with age, the notion that seniors and soon-to-be seniors should trade in exercise and their active lifestyles for bingo and rocking chairs is definitely antiquated, says Eagle River physical...
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 Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson. And, that holds particularly true for introverts – those who may be uneasy about joining a gym or a fitness class...
Holidays an Ideal Time for Lifting Techniques Refresher
Digging out boxes of holiday decorations, hauling packages to and from the car, hiding gifts away on the higher shelves at the back of your closet … the Holiday Season certainly requires its fair share of bending, lifting and reaching. This, coupled with the cooler...
Strength Training Critical for Active, Independent Aging
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...
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Ideal Motion Physical Therapy
12551 Old Glenn Highway,Suite E,
Eagle River, Alaska 99577
Phone: (907) 694-5515
Fax: (907) 694-5575
Our Hours
Monday: 8AM-6PM
Tuesday: 8AM-6PM
Wednesday: 8AM-6PM
Thursday: 8AM-6PM
Friday: 8AM-6PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed