Smiling senior woman in sportswear doing an aerobics exercise class with other seniors in a health clubMove Better. Feel Better. Live BetterOctober is Physical Therapy Month, and we’re celebrating! At Functional Advantage Physical Therapy, we get to help people every day who are dealing with pain, recovering from an injury, or trying to get back toContinue Reading »
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Take Control of Chronic PainLiving with chronic pain can be frustrating. You may have tried medications, injections, rest, or simply “pushing through it,” only to find that the pain keeps coming back. Over time, chronic pain can affect much more than your body—it can impact your sleep, work, exercise,Continue Reading »
Preventing Overuse Injuries in Athletes: Stay Strong, Train SmarterWhether you’re a competitive athlete, a weekend warrior, or just beginning a new fitness routine, staying active is one of the best things you can do for your health. However, training too hard, too often, or without proper recovery can lead to overuse injuries that sideline yourContinue Reading »
Are you tired of dealing with nagging back pain that just won’t seem to go away? You’re not alone. Back pain is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, but the good news is that there are solutions available to help you find relief and get back to doing the things you love. Here are someContinue Reading »
Have You Ever Pulled A Muscle? Chances are you have… and you probably remember it clearly! A lot of patients here at Functional Advantage Physical Therapy are often surprised at how easy it is to pull a muscle. Someone recently pulled a back muscle while sneezing! They don’t realize how detrimental pulling a muscle could be toContinue Reading »
Some days you just can’t make it to the gym. Whether it be due to COVID-19 or one of our Pure Michigan snowstorms, sometimes we just can’t make it out of the house. In these cases, there are plenty of options for at-home workouts that involve weights. If you don’t have dumbbells at home, youContinue Reading »
