Walk Away from Back Pain & Toward a Healthier You
The man who wrote the words, “We hold these truths to be self-evident,” was later quick to document what he discovered to be another unquestioning truth. “The sovereign invigorator of the body is exercise, and of all the exercises, walking is best,” Thomas...
Create an At-Home Workspace to Stay Pain-Free
As millions transition into working from home to help thwart the spread of the coronavirus, maintaining both comfort and productivity has no doubt been an issue for many. While in-office workstations are often designed around ergonomic considerations and...
5 Exercise Ideas Amid COVID-19 Social Distancing
As the country bands together to slow the spread of COVID-19 (a.k.a., the coronavirus) through the practice of social distancing, many have found their regularly exercise routines disrupted. Gym closures,...
Tampa Health: Your Surgery Delayed by COVID-19? PT Can Help.
In an attempt to salvage supplies and resources during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, many U.S. hospitals and medical institutions have opted to postpone elective surgeries. This includes non-emergency surgeries scheduled to relieve pain and repair...
Artists: Don’t Let Pain or Injury Dampen Your Creative Spirit
We often don’t consider the long-term impact that practicing the fine arts can have on the body. Yet, according to physical therapists, dancers, musicians, visual artists and even performing artists are not immune to experiencing pain and injury related to...
Tampa Wellness: Why Flexibility Matters as You Grow Older
Though it often takes a back seat to strength and cardiovascular fitness, flexibility plays a critical role in ensuring one’s able to maintain a high level of independence and mobility during their Golden Years. While our muscles and tendons tend to naturally...
Harness Your Superpowers to Stop Unhealthy Habits with Ginger Health
Do you have certain habits you’d like to stop to improve your health? Dr. Ginger Le, DPT, ATP, CDRS, shares how to harness your brain and heart superpowers to change those habits and live healthier.
Help a Loved One Live a More Active, Healthful Life
We typically wish for those we love to live their best, most healthful lives. That’s why it can be both frustrating and worrisome when a loved one slips onto a more sedentary lifestyle track – one that could be harmful...
Create Heart-Healthy Habits During Heart Month
February is American Heart Month, a time when health professionals like Tampa physical therapist Dr. Ginger Hoang Le strive to raise awareness about maintaining and improving cardiovascular health. The month also serves as a sobering...
Exercise to Ease Chronic Anxiety This Year
A new year offers the potential for new opportunities and experiences. For those who struggle with general and consistent anxiety, however, the prospect of the new year and the expectations that come with it can be tricky to maneuver. It’s with this in mind...