As simple as running may seem, there's more to it than putting one foot in front of the other. Running is a highly demanding activity on the body— it isn’t easy! With that being said, there are a lot of…
1. Set Realistic Goals No need to be a hero when first returning to exercise! Setting realistic and obtainable goals throughout your journey will help with accountability and overall success. Allow yourself to celebrate your achievements along the way! You…
A Heroic Partnership React Physical Therapy is proud to be an official partner of the Mercy Home Heroes team for the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Heroes run on behalf of Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, a residential…
Given the slow nature of the game of golf, it can often be debated whether golf is a sport. To those who are recently introduced to the game, it can appear like a lazy game that doesn’t require a great…
What exactly is plantar fasciitis? Simply put, it is irritation of the tissue under your foot from your heel to your toes called the plantar fascia. It is the most common cause of heel pain. Based on your job, daily activities,…
"Before I entered physical therapy school, I honestly did not have any idea physical therapists were able to treat vertigo. At the time, I was very naive to all the different specialties that are in the physical therapy field. I…
A tight and weak hip flexor muscle can be a contributor to low back and hip pain. When they’re tight, they can pull your pelvis into an anterior tilt, and when they’re weak, you may have decreased stability in your…
The hip hinge: Arguably one of the most important movements to learn to do well. It's the "lift with your legs, not with your back" movement. The same movement you'd want to practice if you were helping a friend move…
Our bodies are well equipped to handle stress in small doses, but when that stress becomes long-term or chronic, it can have serious effects on your body. When the body is stressed, muscles tense up. Muscle tension is almost a…
Running becomes more popular every year as a way people use to get back in shape and improve overall health. It is a great way to improve aerobic capacity, cardiovascular health, metabolic fitness and has even shown to increase longevity.…