Reframing Pain: A Clinical Approach to Earlier Intervention
Pain Is Often Mismanaged—Here’s Why Pain is frequently: By the time many patients reach physical therapy, we’re no longer addressing the primary issue—we’re working through layers of compensation and chronicity. Why Early Evaluation Matters Current research continues to support early intervention. When pain is assessed sooner: Early PT is not just reactive—it’s preventative. How Care […]
Pain Is Not a Four-Letter Word
Pain Is Information, Not a Life Sentence That shoulder.That low back.That dizziness when you turn your head.That leak when you cough. If something has been nagging, it’s easy to ignore it—or assume the worst. But here’s the truth: Pain does not automatically mean surgery.It does not automatically mean imaging.And it definitely doesn’t mean you should […]
Video: Skiing & Snowboarding Exercises
Ski and snowboard season is just around the corner! Kelly Johnson, PTA S&C Coach at Renew Physical Therapy, shares five common exercises to prepare and stay in shape for ski season. Watch here:
5 Exercises to Prepare for Ski & Snowboard Season
Ski and snowboard season is just around the corner! Whether you’re experienced or new to the slopes, staying in shape will help prevent injuries from occurring. Kelly Johnson, PTA S&C Coach at Renew Physical Therapy, shares five common exercises to prepare and stay in shape for ski season: 1. Skater Hops: Hopping side-to side-from one […]
Happy National Physical Therapy Month!
October is National Physical Therapy Month! To honor this month, Renew Physical Therapy wants to give back to our Columbia City and Hillman City communities for supporting our business for the last nine years. We are committed to serving our neighbors as we strive to find more ways to promote healthy lifestyles. Please join Renew […]
Top 6 Physical Therapy Myths during National PT Month
October is National Physical Therapy month, a time when physical therapists not only celebrate their profession, but also educate others about the role physical therapy plays in improving the health and vitality of their patients … and of health care in general. While a physical therapist’s roles are both broad and diverse, several misconceptions still exist about what physical therapy is, what it […]
Use RICE for First-Aid, ‘Active Recovery’ for Long-Term Healing
For decades, the standard and recommended response to an injured muscle, tendon or ligament was to “apply RICE,” an acronym that stands for a protocol of rest, ice, compression and elevation. Yet these days, the application of RICE as a treatment for these sports-type soft-tissue injuries isn’t 100 percent supported by science. Multiple studies have come out over the years which question the wisdom behind our reliance of RICE as a […]
5 Exercises for Improving Balance, Preventing Falls
When we’re young, falls are treated as teaching opportunities. “Get back on your feet, brush yourself off and keep moving toward your goals,” we were told. But as we age, falls take on a much greater significance. According to Seattle physical therapist Erik Norwood, when someone of advanced age falls, they tend to suffer greater distress to their health […]
6 Common Summer Activity Mistakes, and Their Solutions
For many, summer is defined by a whirlwind of outdoor activity, a natural response to warmer, brighter and warmer days. But as we venture out into the sun for yard work, bike rides, morning jogs, long hikes and swimming at the beach, people should take care to avoid common summer exercise mistakes that can put them at risk of injury. Yes, we all get excited when […]
Seattle Wellness: Positive Attitude Reaps Healthful Rewards
“Mind over matter” may seem a bit cliché when it comes to health and science, but in Erik Norwood’s world, a positive attitude plays an undeniable role in reaching and maintaining optimal health. Owner and physical therapist at Renew Physical Therapy in Seattle, Norwood has witnessed numerous success stories, from clients overcoming chronic pain issues to those achieving full range of motion […]