Combat osteoporosis through exercise

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 exercise. “As people get older, bone density certainly becomes an issue for many people, which can […]

Tennis elbow more common off the court

Tennis elbow

While tennis elbow and its sister ailment, golfer’s elbow, sound like the unfortunate results of overly active country club memberships, these repetitive use conditions affect more than just those who regularly hit the links or swing a racket. In fact, tennis plays a factor in fewer than 5 percent of all tennis elbow diagnoses. But […]

Summer Pro Tip: Wear your flip-flops with caution

Flip-Flops

Warmer weather means lighter clothing all around, and footwear is no exception. But before you grab the flip-flops for summer outings and activities, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson of Ideal Motion Physical Therapy offers a word of caution: long-term flip-flop use can not only be bad for the feet, but also other parts of […]

Project your back in the yard & garden

As winter turns to spring and local green thumbs plan for a season of gardening and general yard maintenance, Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson has a message for garden and landscape enthusiasts: watch your back. “When gardening, a fact majority of your movement takes place in a bent position, which is unnatural on the […]

4 things you didn’t know about physical therapy

Ideal Motion Physical Therapy - Athletic Enhancement

October is National Physical Therapy Month, and physical therapist Chris Wilson of Ideal Motion Physical Therapy in Eagle River would like to remind people about the important role improved and restored movement has on improving society. “Movement is central to a person’s quality of life, no matter the age or personal hurdles,” Wilson said. “Young […]

Back pain? Studies say get PT first!

Back Pain - GetPT1st - Ideal Motion Physical Therapy

A recently published medical study on the role exercise plays in preventing the risk of prolonged back pain only reinforces the healing power movement has in our everyday lives – specifically when it comes to combatting back pain – says Eagle River physical therapist Chris Wilson. The study, published just last month by JAMA (Journal […]