ProHealth Physical Therapy and Pilates Studio Blog

January 29, 2024

Pilates Exercise: Boomerang

Pilates Exercise: Boomerang What is the Pilates exercise Boomerang? Pilates boomerang is an advanced Pilates mat exercise for the entire body. It requires all six of […]
December 15, 2023

Sitting Pretty Workshop offered by Dr. Karyn Staples at ProHealth

People were not created to sit all day. In generations past, being active was a requirement of everyday life for most people to survive, as typical […]
December 6, 2023

Pilates Myth 2: Pilates Reformers are intimidating

If you think Pilates reformers are intimidating, you are not alone. But fear not, anyone who loves the reformer was once a beginner! With springs, straps […]
December 6, 2023

Pilates Myth 3: Pilates requires flexibility

Are you feeling a little stiff and sore? Do you find simple daily movements have slowly become increasingly uncomfortable? If you think it’s too late to improve […]
November 24, 2023

Pilates Myth 1: Pilates is a FAD

This article is the first of a 3 article series covering the top 3 myths of Pilates. In this article, we’ll deeply dive into why Pilates […]
November 13, 2023

Physical Therapy – Active Release Technique decreases pain while increasing mobility

In the 1980s a young chiropractor named Dr. Michael Leahy was becoming more dissatisfied with traditional soft-tissue treatment methods, especially for professional and Olympic athletes who […]
November 2, 2023

Debunking the Top 3 Myths of Pilates

Pilates is loved by many and yet, there remains several myths about Pilates. In this article, we’ll briefly cover the top 3 myths of Pilates; Pilates […]
October 18, 2023

What do you need to get started with Pilates?

When you think of Pilates, do you imagine a young dancer perfecting complex moves with impeccable grace and agility? While dancers have flocked to Pilates classes, […]
October 5, 2023

History of Pilates

The history of Pilates is one of personal journey intertwined with the growth of an exercise method.  Joseph Pilates, the founder of the Pilates method, faced […]
October 2, 2023

What Is Joint Mobilization and How Is It Done in Physical Therapy?

Recovery from injury or surgery, as part of the physical therapy process, might require a certain amount of joint mobilization. It is often referred to as […]
August 18, 2023

What is Dry Needling? How does it work?

Despite people’s aversion to needles being poked into their skin – or, in many cases, downright fear – there is no denying the benefits from injections […]
July 17, 2023

Exploring the Impact of Manual Therapy: Enhancing Movement and Restoring Function

Introduction: Physical therapy encompasses a range of treatments aimed at improving physical well-being, and among these approaches is the practice of manual therapy. In this article, […]
May 15, 2023

May Is Pelvic Pain Awareness Month

A headache in the pelvis. That’s how someone once described pelvic pain, which can be a problem for men and women. Since May is Pelvic Awareness […]
March 30, 2023

Managing Pain Through Physical Therapy

Pain comes in many forms and from many sources. It is not always due to a sports injury, an auto accident or some other trauma. Many […]
January 30, 2023

Getting Older? Keep Moving with ProHealth

One of the biggest factors with regard to longevity in life is movement. Simply put, if you want to live longer, keep moving. That is often […]
January 24, 2023

Pain in Your Jaw? What-Jaw Talking About? The TMJ and TMD

When you think of joints in the body, the ones that typically come to mind are the obvious ones – knee, elbow, hip. But there is […]
December 16, 2022

The Best Way to Recover From Orthopedic Surgery

Pilates is an amazing way to strengthen and tone your body without excessive stress on your joints. If you’re looking to maxim Physical therapy is a […]
November 18, 2022

Common Sports-Related Injuries

As millions of Americans of all ages participate in recreational or competitive sports every week, the number of sports-related injuries at any given time is understandably […]
October 1, 2022

Are You Hurt After a Fall or Lifting Something?

Improving mobility after a fall or when you’ve lifted something incorrectly is paramount to keeping your body in proper working condition. Have you ever fallen, and […]