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Did you know that you can treat benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) with physical therapy? In this video, Lealah Fremuth, DPT, explains what BPPV is and how it can treated by a physical therapist. BPPV is a condition in which the otoconia (calcium carbonate crystals) in the inner ear become dislodged from the utricle (whereRead more

Did you know that you can treat concussion with physical therapy? A concussion is an alteration in mental status caused by physical trauma. It is a functional injury, rather than a structural one, that usually does not show up on CT scans or MRIs but results in symptoms and neurocognitive impairment. In this video, JulieRead more

What is the lumbar spine? The lumbar spine and intervertebral discs in the lower back are often the source of pain in that area. What causes their injury? Sometimes it’s due to strain caused by heavy lifting, and in other cases it’s just from years of overuse and general wear and tear. The anatomy ofRead more

If you’re a runner, hip stability is important in preventing runner’s knee and IT band injuries. It is a key part of your training regiment to strengthen your hip rotators, glutes and improve stability. In this video, Point Performance’s Allison Haynes demonstrates three modifications of a hinge, designed to activate your hip muscles and improveRead more

Do you suffer frequent headaches for unknown reasons? Do you dread the onset of a migraine? Your physical therapist can help discover the cause of your headaches and help find solutions for them. In this video, Point Performance’s Sara Squires, DPT, explains how a physical therapist will evaluate causes and treatments for your headaches. HeadRead more

Now that the weather is nice, people are getting back outside and running. But with running comes the dreaded tight calf muscles. Tight calves can lead to myriad other problems, like plantar fasciitis and ankle sprains. It’s important to properly stretch and loosen your calves to prevent injury. In this video, Point Performance’s Michal Tekle demonstratesRead more

Many adults struggle with balance issues as they age. But the good news is, through simple home exercises, you can improve your balance. In this video, Point Performance’s Sandra Lee, DPT demonstrates how to challenge the three balance systems (vision, somatosensory system and vestibular system). Directions: Begin with your feet together and hands on hips. TryRead more

Opening day of baseball season is almost upon us– is your arm ready? Throwing balls can put a lot of strain on your shoulders and before heading to the mound, you should prepare safely. In this video, Dr. Haim Hechtman demonstrates variations of shoulder external rotation routines that can help you get ready for theRead more

Now that Spring has sprung, runners are gearing up to hit the sidewalk and log some miles. In this video, Point Performance’s Narinder Singh, DPT demonstrates how to get your legs and hips in shape before lacing up your sneakers. With your gym’s pulley machine, you can work hips, knees, glutes and balance. Strengthening these musclesRead more

This time of year is packed with traveling to visit friends and family. It can be hard, if not impossible, to bring your gym with you. But in this video, Point Performance’s trainer Phil Silberman demonstrates how easy it is to string together a sequence of single muscle movements into a workout that can beRead more