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While most athletes understand the basic principles of injury prevention, the real challenge lies in consistently executing these strategies within their training and daily routines. Knowing is just half the battle; actively applying this knowledge is what truly minimizes injury risk. Here are the Top 10 Ways Athletes Can Prevent Sports Injuries in 2024: 1. Prioritize […]

Do you experience pain when you stand up or sit down? Do you feel a sharp pain when you put pressure on your heel? You may be thinking ‘Yes! It’s Plantar Fasciitis’, but despite this diagnosis, no treatment is working. Sound familiar? Plantar Fasciitis is a condition that’s often misdiagnosed and is an issue I […]

Knee pain is a common problem, affecting people of all ages. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 25 million adults experience knee pain each year. Oftentimes, knee injuries are caused by overuse or an accident that causes a sudden impact on the joint. This type of trauma can cause damage to […]

Knee pain is a common condition suffered by many people worldwide. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including arthritis, muscle strain, overuse injury, or trauma. Knee pain can range from mild to severe and may cause difficulty with everyday activities. Many people deal with knee pain and think that rest and time […]

Starting a running regiment can be both exciting and intimidating. For many, the rush of excitement at finally committing to a daily run can often overshadow certain important steps that should be taken before lacing up your shoes. Stretching and warming up are essential steps that should not be overlooked when preparing for a run. […]

What causes Piriformis Pain and Sciatica Piriformis pain can cause a literal “pain in the rear”, but the good news is that it is quite treatable, but only when diagnosed correctly! In fact, Piriformis pain can often be mistaken for other problems coming from the hip or back.  We wanted to go over something that […]

Now that spring has arrived, temperatures are starting to rise in many parts of the country. And that means the transition from heating our homes to cooling our homes is right around the corner. No matter what method you use to cool your home during the warm spring and summer months (central air conditioning, window […]

Adversity. We all have it. It takes different forms, but we all go through it in some way or another. Stress, personal relationships, illness, painful conditions, work life, financial strain, death of a loved one. You name it, and we all go through it at some point. So how do we get through it? Can […]

Turning the page on the new year is a chance to wipe the slate clean—and to be better versions of ourselves. And when it comes to what we want to improve, goals that fall in the health and wellness arena top all other New Year’s resolutions. In fact, three of the top four resolutions in […]

Looking for Dry Needling in Wichita, KS? Looking for information on Dry Needling in Wichita, KS? You have come to the right place. Our rockstar physical therapists at Bodyworx have specialized in dry needling for several years. Dry needling can be part of a comprehensive treatment program to solve both acute and chronic pain. What […]

We all know that staying active is key to living a healthy life, but when you have lower back pain it can be very confusing when you think about exercise. What are safe exercises for lower back pain sufferers? Should you even do exercise if you have lower back pain? In this blog, we share […]

It's summertime and the big topic that always comes up around here is... SHOULD I wear flip flops or CAN I wear flip flops? Our first question that we typically ask our patients, is number one, are your shoes TOOLS or JEWELS? And we'd really like them to be tools instead of jewels. Now, we're not […]

Let’s talk about the last time you—or someone close to you—interviewed for a new job. Chances are that the first step was a phone screen with your potential employer, and when you passed that portion of the process with flying colors, you were then invited for an in-person interview. At that stage, the employer probably […]