08/18/2025 Living with hypermobility often means navigating a world that isn’t designed for your body. Everyday activities like typing, cooking, or even standing can leave you fatigued or flared up. Here are a few PT-approved strategies for joint...
08/11/2025 If you’ve been told to stretch tight muscles because you’re in pain, but it keeps making you feel worse, you’re not alone. For hypermobile individuals, stretching has a time and a place, but may not be the best thing for you right now....
08/04/2025 Flexibility is often praised as a sign of health and athleticism, but when is it too much of a good thing? As a physical therapist who works with hypermobile clients, I see a common pattern: people assuming their joint “looseness” is...
07/21/2025 As a physical therapist, I’ve seen it all: sprains, strains, back pain, overuse injuries, surgeries that could have been avoided. Most people wait until something hurts to see a PT, but here’s the truth: physical therapy isn’t just...
07/14/2025 When people think of physical therapy, they often picture post-injury rehab, crutches, ice packs, or learning to walk again after surgery. But as a physical therapist, one of the most powerful things I teach my clients has nothing to...
06/23/2025 As a physical therapist who works with many hypermobile clients, and who is hypermobile myself, I’ve seen firsthand how misunderstood this condition can be. Hypermobility isn’t just being “bendy” or good at yoga. It’s a connective...
06/16/2025 As a physical therapist and someone who is living with hypermobility, I understand the confusion, frustration, and fear that can come with trying to exercise when the last thing you want is to injure yourself and be in pain....
06/10/2025 Prolonged posture and altered movement patterns don’t just cause discomfort—they can lead to chronic pain, joint issues, and reduced mobility over time. Understanding how to maintain proper alignment throughout your workday can make a...
05/19/2025 Aging doesn’t have to mean losing strength and mobility. In fact, research shows that maintaining muscle mass and mobility is directly linked to longevity and quality of life. Physical therapy plays a crucial role in helping...
05/12/2025 Most people don’t think about mobility until they experience pain or injury. However, early mobility screenings can help detect movement deficiencies before they become major problems. A proactive approach to physical health can...