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AthletiCo Physical & Occupational Therapy recently celebrated its 20th anniversary providing physical therapy, occupational/hand therapy, work rehabilitation, and fitness services throughout Illinois, Milwaukee, and Northwest Indiana. To demonstrate our commitment to quality care and service to both our patients and referring physicians, we measure functional patient outcomes and patient satisfaction with national data comparison using a third-party outcomes system.
AthletiCo recently launched the AthletiCo Blog, a go-to resource for patient education that covers all aspects of the healthcare continuum, including health and injury prevention tips for the endurance athlete. Check out these blog posts as you prepare to Hustle Up the Hancock on February 26th.
Tips for Exercising Outside in the Winter:
Winter is upon us, and it's easy to think that the cold and the puffy clothes we wear are a good excuse to hit the buffet a little harder and to lower the fitness goals. However, there are a lot of great ways to stay fit and have fun during the winter months. Here are some tips on how to exercise safely and comfortably throughout the winter. READ MORE.
Tips for Proper Stretching:
Stretching! Has any topic in exercise been debated at such length? Should you or shouldn't you? Before or after? Bouncing or not? One thing is for sure: stretching improves performance and decreases the possibility of injury. Here are some tips on how to stretch both safely and effectively. READ MORE.
Tips for Rolling Away Muscle Tension:
Sedentary jobs, decreased activity levels, and increased stress have made us a less mobile population. Our muscles are overactive and tight, creating imbalances in our bodies, which can lead to poor posture, joint pain, and a host of avoidable injuries. Here are some tips for alleviating tense, overactive muscles. READ MORE.
Tips for Reducing Your Chance of an Ankle Sprain:
Ankle sprains are generally regarded as the most common sports-related injury and are, consequently, the #1 reason for lost time in athletics. In fact, it's estimated that 1 in 17 high school athletes will suffer an ankle sprain per season. Here are some tips for reducing your chance of experiencing (or re-experiencing) an ankle sprain. READ MORE.
Tips for Overuse Injuries:
New Year's resolutions to become more active are great. That said, if someone has been pretty sedentary, and he or she jumps into a new fitness program too quickly, overuse injuries can occur. Understanding how to pace yourself while getting fit is key. Here are some tips on to prevent overuse injuries from sidelining you. READ MORE.
Check out the AthletiCo Blog for more health and injury prevention tips!
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