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Foam Rolling Your IT Band [How to]

By Christopher Taylor, PT / March 15, 2017

Whether you are an avid runner, sit at a desk most of the day, or prefer to lift weights, anyone can suffer from tightness or pain in their Iliotibial Band (IT) Band. Many people turn to foam rolling for the IT band, but is that the most effective thing to do? What…

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4 Foam Rolling Mistakes to Avoid

By Christopher Taylor, PT / March 13, 2017

Foam rolling is everywhere now. You can find foam rollers at the gym, your physical therapist’s office (PHYSIO), your living room and for some even your suitcase. Foam rolling has become beloved in the fitness world and the fix-all for many different aches. What is Foam Rolling? Foam rolling is a form of…

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9 Not so Common Causes of Plantar Fasciitis

By Christopher Taylor, PT / February 6, 2017

What is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is an injury to connective tissue on the bottom of the foot.  The plantar fascia (PF) runs from the inside side of the bottom of the heel, and extends down the length of the foot connecting to the toes.  The PF supports the arch…

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Sleeping after Orthopedic Surgery

By Christopher Taylor, PT / December 1, 2016

Sleeping After Orthopedic Surgery One of the most common complaints after an orthopedic surgery is difficulty sleeping or just not being able to get comfortable enough for sleep. Sleeping after orthopedic surgery is a very important part of the healing process and our bodies need as much sleep as possible…

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IASTM Effectiveness vs Astym

By Christopher Taylor, PT / November 21, 2016

A Systematic Review on IASTM  Concludes it is Ineffective (but there is good news!) Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) is on the rise in the physical therapy field. With new techniques and procedures popping up everywhere, it is hard to know what works and what doesn’t. A September 2016 systematic…

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Walking in Fall

By Christopher Taylor, PT / November 10, 2016

Why Walking In the Fall Season Can Make You Feel Healthier & Happier Lets talk about Fall since it is here. The number one thing that most people stop doing when this time of year comes round – getting outdoors. While summer may strike you as the best time to be…

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Causes of Shoulder Pain and Popping

By Christopher Taylor, PT / October 2, 2016

Have you ever wondered why you have shoulder popping? I often hear this question in my practice, “Why is my shoulder popping?” There are multiple reasons for this common issue.  The shoulder is a complex and unstable joint.  It is comprised of bone, ligaments, cartilage, and tendons that allow for the…

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Benefits of Reflexology

By Christopher Taylor, PT / September 27, 2016

What are some of the benefits of having Reflexology performed? Reflexology has a lot of benefits for your health. What are the benefits of Reflexology? We will break down each one below to give more detail. It has positive effects on Nerve Function, Energy Levels, Circulation, Relaxation, Toxin Removal, Nervous System…

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What is Reflexology?

By Christopher Taylor, PT / September 26, 2016

Reflexology is an alternative treatment for a wide variety of conditions, as mentioned below, and has been in use for thousands of years. The ancient Chinese and Egyptians have documented practices similar to reflexology as a treatment for certain afflictions. It involves the reflexologist applying pressure to specific areas in the…

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Best of WNC 2016 Best Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Practice 2016 Announced

By Christopher Taylor, PT / August 10, 2016

The results are in for the Mountain Xpress Best Of WNC 2016!  PHYSIO is proud to announce: Lee Plamann, Physical Therapist at Physio voted Best of WNC! Congratulations to Lee Plamann, PT, DPT for being voted a Best of WNC Winner for Physical Therapist and to  PHYSIO Physical Therapy and Wellness Asheville for being voted…

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