The Truth Behind Tech Neck! We love our smartphones. So much so, according to comScore’s 2017 Cross Platform Future in Focus report, the average American adult, eighteen and older, spends 2 hours, 51 minutes on their smartphone every day. However, over time, we are starting to see that, while smartphones can make our lives […]
Insurance… Know before you go! Health insurance is not only a hot button topic for most but can be extremely complicated. People may have difficulty knowing what services are covered, by whom they are covered, what office you can be seen at, and how much you might owe post visit. Most think and feel […]
DSCN9154 Kettlebell Swing Here it is; a detailed breakdown of how to perform the kettlebell swing with tips to keep in mind to facilitate better technique and avoid injury. Enjoy! Step 1 – Starting position –Start with feet a little wider than shoulder width with kettlebell on floor approximately one foot in front of […]
The Kettlebell swing: Starting with a good foundation To the weekend warrior or the general public when thinking about kettlebells the kettlebell swing usually comes to mind. The swing is not only the most well-known technique but also is the foundation for other Kettlebell exercises. When performed correctly the swing is very fluid beneficial exercise […]
We are bunch of live wires! Neuroplasticity of Human Beings! Often the human nervous system is compared to electrical wires and circuits. It was once thought that after injury or at a certain age these connections were stationary and unable to regenerate. In 2000, American neuropsychologist, Eric Kandel was awarded the Nobel prize in neuroscience for […]
As an outpatient orthopedic and aquatic therapy clinic, we primarily get referrals from primary care physicians and orthopedic surgeons. Imagine our surprise when we started getting regular referrals from a dermatologist. Imagine, you go to your dermatologist complaining of an itch on your arm that just will not go away. Maybe it is on your […]
Kinesio Taping® Method is a modality developed in 1979 by Dr. Kenzo Kase, a chiropractor. He recognized that while his manual treatments were effective, they were usually temporary and he began looking for a treatment that his patients could utilize between treatments. He developed a tape that would support the joints of the body, […]
Physical therapy as a profession has been transitioning its education from a Master’s program to a Doctoral program over the last 10 years. American Physical therapy Association’s Vision 20/20 hopes that by the year 2020 all physical therapists will have their Doctoral degree. APTA’s vision 20/20 statement is as follows: By 2020, physical therapy will […]
If you can’t run then walk! We walk daily for regular activity and function. A regular walking program can be very helpful in improving wellness, whether it is returning from an injury or helping with chronic pain. There are numerous reasons why it is beneficial to establish a walking program. On average, an individual may […]
Are you in need of physical therapy? Below are some FAQs to help you in the process. Why choose North County Water and Sports Therapy Center? We are a privately owned clinic, and our goal is to focus on individualized care. When you attend therapy here you will have one-on-one time with a physical therapist […]
