Physical Therapy Blog
Real Answers to Help You Move and Feel Better.
Practical tips from Matt Rieder, Doctor of Physical Therapy, at Renew Strength & Wellness in St. Augustine.
What the Army Taught Me About Staying Strong for Life
Sandy and I were guests on The Horse's Mouth: Movers and Shakers. Watch the episode, plus what the Army taught me about staying strong in your 40s and 50s.
Foot & AnkleWhy Your Plantar Fasciitis Keeps Coming Back (and What Actually Fixes It)
Rest, new shoes, inserts... if your heel pain keeps coming back, you're treating the symptom, not the cause. Here's what we look at instead, starting with your feet, and why it sticks.
PostureThe Real Reason "Just Sit Up Straight" Never Fixes Your Posture
Willpower isn't the problem. If your body doesn't have the mobility and strength to hold the position, forcing it won't last. Here's what we build first.
Back & HipIs It Your Back or Your SI Joint? How to Tell the Difference
One-sided, low, and worse when you stand up or climb stairs? It might not be your back at all. Here are the tell-tale signs of SI joint pain, and how we confirm it.
StrengthLifting After 50 Is Safer Than You Think, If You Do It Right
Strength training is one of the best things you can do for an aging body. The trick isn't avoiding it. It's coaching, smart loading and a plan built around your body.