We know you want to be 100% operational as soon as possible. Our blog offers an inside look at personal training, physical therapy, sports injuries, and athletic conditioning. Browse our posts to learn more about our methods.
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Physical Therapy Evolution: The First 4 StepsIf you are a physical therapist who is disillusioned with your work environment, there is another way. Learn about how SPARK physiotherapists put patients first.
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How Do I Know If This Guy Is Legit? 5 Steps to Knowing If a Pro Is ReputableThere are a lot of self-proclaimed health and fitness experts out there, so how do you know if someone's advice can be trusted? We offer some helpful tips.
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Putting Humpty Dumpty Together Again: Recovery From RacesYou've achieved your goal of running a major race, but now what? We discuss how to design a recovery plan that meets your fitness goals and keeps you moving.
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So Many Shoes!Visiting a running shoe store can be overwhelming. The next time you need new shoes, take our physical therapist's rules of thumb with you.
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Training = Rehab? Really?Dr. Berios discusses his concerns about the concept that athletic training is the same as physical rehabilitation. Read about his concerns here.
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Our Health & Fitness Festival Is More Than Just Informative—It's Fun!Come to our festival for the helpful health and fitness information, and stay for the cornhole tournament, free outdoor concert, games, giveaways, and more!
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So you want to run a marathon…Get an overview of a training plan for a marathon or half marathon from our experienced physical therapists and athletic trainers here. We can help you get started!
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Get on the Mobility Train!Runners tell us they don't have time to do mobility exercises before & after a run. We explain why it's worth the effort and how it will improve your performance.
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The Turkish Get Up Might Just Be the Most Complete Rehab-to-Performance Move EverThe Turkish Get Up is one of the best movements to use in conditioning and rehab, but it's often done wrong. We demonstrate the correct technique for the TGU.
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You Get What You Pay for…SPARK Physiotherapy is an out-of-network, cash-based service. That means we can provide the one-on-one care we value without answering to an insurance company.
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Oh, You Have Insurance…Great, Right?Health insurance is a good thing. But when your insurance company's limits prevent a physiotherapist from actually helping you, it's time to find a cash-based PT.
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How to Train to Protect Your Knees Whether You Are a Skier or NotSkiers experience a lot of knee pain and injury, but conditioning to protect the knees can benefit every athlete. Get our tips for knee protection training here.