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Call Us Today! 602-559-9700  |  info@spoonerpt.com

Specialty Practices

10 02, 2022

Boxing and the Brain

2024-10-29T11:38:47-07:00

By: Annoushka Ranaraja, PT, DPT and Devin Miller, FMS, FIT Trainer

The brain is the center of human function. It controls every function and process you can think of – both consciously and automatically. It’s intricately involved in everything, and we want to keep our brains as healthy as possible for the duration of our lives.

Boxing and the Brain2024-10-29T11:38:47-07:00
11 01, 2022

The Female Athlete: Overdue for Change

2024-10-29T11:38:48-07:00

by: Bekah Hibbert, MS, ATC

The time has come for female athletes to have a better understanding of what is healthy for their bodies.

Female athletes and females who are trying to remain active and healthy have much to understand about how to best take care of their bodies, improve their performance, and […]

The Female Athlete: Overdue for Change2024-10-29T11:38:48-07:00
29 12, 2021

Toe Walking: A Symptom of Something Larger 

2024-10-29T11:38:49-07:00

By: Khristian McGinley, PT, DPT

Recognizing Underlying Causes of Toe Walking

It is common for parents and caregivers to hear that toe walking in children is “normal” and that their child will naturally “grow out of it.” The reality is that there is always an underlying reason that a […]

Toe Walking: A Symptom of Something Larger 2024-10-29T11:38:49-07:00
23 11, 2021

Hand Therapy for Congenital Abnormalities in Children

2024-12-27T16:51:08-07:00

by: Natalie Black, OT, MOT

Of all newborns born with congenital abnormalities, over 10% of them are born with upper extremity malformations. Most typically, such hand defects present as undergrowth of bone or as generalized skeletal abnormalities. Sometimes, surgical reconstructive options exist for children to have more “typically” appearing limbs, but other times […]

Hand Therapy for Congenital Abnormalities in Children2024-12-27T16:51:08-07:00
26 10, 2021

Exercise and Nutrition for Breast Cancer Patients

2024-10-29T11:38:54-07:00

by Austin Kitteringham, CSCS, FIT Trainer and Emily Rocawich, PT, DPT, CSCSSpooner East Chandler

A cancer diagnosis can be life changing! Days can quickly become filled with doctors’ appointments, imaging, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, on-going cancer management, and follow-up care. Exercise, nutrition and physical therapy are not necessarily your first priority when considering management […]

Exercise and Nutrition for Breast Cancer Patients2024-10-29T11:38:54-07:00
19 10, 2021

Breast Cancer Certification: A PT’s Perspective  

2023-09-08T14:44:19-07:00

Author: Jessica Krehbiel, PT, DPT, Spooner Fountain Hills 

As physical therapists we are always looking to grow and learn in an effort to better serve our patients, and to be able to reach different populations and address different injuries and concerns within our communities. Specialization and certification in different areas of practice is […]

Breast Cancer Certification: A PT’s Perspective  2023-09-08T14:44:19-07:00
13 10, 2021

Return to Life: Breast Cancer and Physical Therapy 

2023-09-08T14:44:31-07:00

by: Charu Chopra, PT, DPT 

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is also the second leading cause of death in women in the United States. According to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the […]

Return to Life: Breast Cancer and Physical Therapy 2023-09-08T14:44:31-07:00
7 09, 2021

5 Things You Might Not Know About Physical Therapy

2024-02-29T17:04:19-07:00

Over the years, the field of physical therapy has been constantly evolving how and what we can treat. Spooner has been right in the center of this growth, extending our breadth of expertise in ways that allow us to help more people than ever before! 

Here are 5 things you might not know […]

5 Things You Might Not Know About Physical Therapy2024-02-29T17:04:19-07:00
27 08, 2021

How to Deal with a Rotator Cuff Tear

2024-06-17T14:02:40-07:00

Rotator cuff tears are a common injury, especially with athletes. Without proper recovery after intense activity, the muscles and tendons can weaken over time increasing the risk of tearing. Tears can also occur from a sudden force on the shoulder, like a fall.

Rotator cuffs are complex with several muscle groups and tendons stabilizing the shoulder. […]

How to Deal with a Rotator Cuff Tear2024-06-17T14:02:40-07:00
12 08, 2021

Urinary Incontinence Doesn’t Have to Be Your New Normal

2023-09-08T14:49:48-07:00

By Drea Renteria, PTA

Pelvic floor dysfunction can be associated with frustration, pain, tension and weakness, and disruption to your everyday life. Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common dysfunction associated with the pelvic floor. What is urinary incontinence? UI is defined as a “loss of bladder control” or “urinary leakage.” If you have […]

Urinary Incontinence Doesn’t Have to Be Your New Normal2023-09-08T14:49:48-07:00