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...
by buildpt | Jun 1, 2018 | Exercise and Fitness
While cycling offers an incredible alternative to high-compression exercises such as running, an improper bike fit can lead cyclists down a path toward a whole host of different muscular and joint issues, says Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson. “Bike fitting...
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 | 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...
by buildpt | Dec 5, 2017 | Exercise and Fitness
When the holiday season leaves sleepless and tense from the stresses of commitments, crowds, shopping and entertaining, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson has a suggestion: sweat away that stress by making exercise a part of your holiday tradition. “Pretty...
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