There is no doubt that dance is a sport, but, first and foremost, dance is a performance. Dancers are experts at making their craft look effortless and beautiful- even if they are in pain or injured. However, if they dance too long on an injury, the time away […]
Prepping for a physique competition takes hours in the gym, dietary changes, and a lot of dedication. Spooner Uptown Chandler physical therapist, Shannon Ahearn, PT, DPT, talked us through the demands of getting competition ready.
What do we actually know about treating and training the female athlete? Did you know there is limited information on how to treat best treat the female athlete? According to a recent study where 6 top sports medicine journals were reviewed from 2017-2021, only 9% of all studies […]
By: Cassidy Hammons, PT, DPT, Ankita Kelkar, PT, DPT, Juan Renoj Juanta, PTA
Whether you are new to working out or if you are an expert, group fitness classes that utilize High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and circuit training area a great way to gain cardiovascular and muscle strength while also finding a community […]
Your individual needs are so important to us. Spooner therapists work on a team with their technician to provide for you the best care possible so you can achieve your movement goals.
Spooner physical therapy (PT) and hand technicians are often aspiring to go on to higher education- such as a Doctorate of Physical Therapy, a […]
Growing up in Michigan, winter sports dominate the culture. When I was 8 or 9 years old, my grandfather took me out on the slopes to snowboard for the first time, and it was incredibly frustrating. I had a hard time picking it up quickly, and- as any […]
Whether it’s your New Year’s Resolution or a goal that’s been in the back of your head for some time, moving more to feel your best is always a great aim to achieve. This year, Spooner East Chandler’s Lead PSC, Cathy Reardon, has done just this- moved more to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Cathy has […]
Written by: Maria Kline, PT, DPT
I started racing triathlons in 2014. Before that, I was a runner. I had a race cancelled, and I personally wanted to have something on my schedule, so I signed up for a sprint triathlon. I had one month to figure out how to bike and […]
By: Caralyn Debash, PT, DPT
A squat is a vital, natural and functional component of your being, and is required for many daily tasks. We squat to get on and off of the toilet, out of our dining room chair, and when getting up and out of bed in the morning. Squats not only […]
Attention Runners!
On your mark… get set… ouch?
Race season is finally here! After all the early mornings, long runs, ice baths, and miles and miles logged, it is finally time to race! By now your blisters have hardened, your sock tan line is blinding, and your body is fit and ready to compete.
But first, here’s a […]
