by Christopher Ponichtera PT DPT | Aug 29, 2022 | Injury Prevention, Low Back
One minute you’re sleeping peacefully. The next, you’re wide awake and bouncing around in pain from a night leg cramp. Sound familiar? If you experience night leg cramps or a tight, knotted feeling in your legs or lower body, you’re not alone. Learn why these cramps...
by Emily Whitaker | Jun 28, 2022 | Injury Prevention
Falling into a weekend warrior routine is all too easy in Western New York. Many of us hibernate during the harsh winter months, counting the days until our softball leagues, golf outings, and even yard work return. Now that warm weather is here, don’t succumb to a...
by Christopher Ponichtera PT DPT | Jun 13, 2022 | Injury Prevention
You sat down to play with the grandkids, to pet the dog, or to tidy up that flowerbed and are now having difficulty getting up from the ground. As we age, this is a struggle many of us deal with. Try the exercise progression below to strengthen your legs and to help...
by Christopher Ponichtera PT DPT | May 23, 2022 | Injury Prevention, Low Back
What is the safest way to lift heavy objects? That’s a question we hear often in our clinics. Avoid back pain or injury by following this proper lifting technique. Lift Heavy Objects Safely In the video below, Physical Therapist Chris Ponichtera PT DPT teaches you the...
by Steve Gonser PT, DPT | Feb 2, 2022 | Injury Prevention, Winter Prevention
Western New York — let’s see that shoveling technique! Okay, we tried to make that sound a lot more exciting than it is. Though Buffalo winters come with a lot of fun outdoor activities, shoveling snow isn’t one of them. It’s crucial to shovel and lift with good...
by Steve Gonser PT, DPT | Jan 3, 2022 | Balance, Injury Prevention
Worrying about slips, trips, and falls this winter? Stop living in fear. Slick surfaces present challenges to mobility, but there are ways to equip yourself for safely navigating icy terrain. Prevent Slips, Trips, and Falls In the video below, Physical Therapist Steve...
