Pre-hab, or pre-rehabilitation, is a program that helps patients prepare you for an upcoming surgery or reduce the risk of injury in your time of post-op . With the guidance of a therapist here at Spirit Winds, you can make important plans for the following areas: Exercise therapy : A series of exercises that can help improve strength, flexibility, and balance  Physical therapy : Learn targeted exercises and stretches to help prevent injuries or speed up recovery  Lifestyle changes : Can...

When it comes to exercising most of us want to get it done and move on with our day. The same goes for physical therapy. The number one excuse why patients haven’t done their exercises is that they didn’t have time. So, if we’re all concerned about not having enough time then why not just cut out the rest periods? Rest and recovery are two very important parts of any fitness program—whether it be for personal fitness or a physical therapy program. Here are some considerations to keep in mind...

Many of us cross our legs unconsciously during the day. One research reported that 45% of women and 21% of men cross their legs nearly all the time. There are also many ways to cross legs. We can cross our legs at the knees or cross at our ankles. But is crossing our legs actually bad for us? Let’s explore some of the thoughts behind the theories proposed for not crossing your legs. 1. Increases Blood Pressure : There have been at least seven studies performed that show that blood...