New at Bon Secours Physical Therapy

Well, it’s that time of year again!  The sun is warm and the runners are coming out in droves!  Did you start out a little too eager and now you are having pain? It is estimated that shin splints account for 10—15% of all running injuries and 60% of all conditions that cause pain in […]READ MORE

Losing weight and eating healthy isn’t just about making the right choices consistently. Apparently, it’s also about not getting fooled by marketing strategies. You might have no intention of drinking a sugary milkshake, but would you consider buying a smoothie? How about soda pop? Do you think a sports drink is healthier? A new study […]READ MORE

Morton’s neuroma is a swollen or thickened nerve in the ball of your foot. When your toes are squeezed together too often and for too long, the nerve that runs between your toes can swell and get thicker. This swelling can make it painful when you walk on that foot. High-heeled, tight, or narrow shoes […]READ MORE

When it comes to improving sports performance in the water, the key is being able to pinpoint weaknesses in stroke, kick and body position. Many swimmers are not fully aware of their body’s movements under the water, but with the use of Dartfish Video Technology and the Hydroworx1000® resistance pool our sports performance specialists are […]READ MORE

I think we all have a food weakness, or maybe two. Mine are french fries. I’ve loved them since I was a kid. Hot, greasy and salty. Totally satisfying to my taste buds. If they weren’t so unhealthy – it takes me about an hour of intense exercise to burn off one large serving – I’d […]READ MORE

You lose 8-10% of your muscle every 10 years after you turn 40. Protein is used in the building and repair of muscle. Good sources of protein are: lean meat, fish, poultry, dairy products, beans, legumes, tofu, nuts and peanut butter. One tip for getting your fruit servings in with your protein is to mix […]READ MORE

Difficulty swallowing is also called dysphagia. It is usually a sign of a problem with your throat or esophagus—the muscular tube that moves food and liquids from the back of your mouth to your stomach. Although dysphagia can happen to anyone, it is most common in older adults, premature babies, and people with problems of […]READ MORE

Figuring out what to serve for dinner – and how much – just got a lot easier thanks to federal government officials and First Lady Michelle Obama. They unveiled this week the government’s new food icon, MyPlate, to help Americans make healthier food choices. It comes at a critical time. About two-thirds of the adult […]READ MORE

Almost everyone has used a walking aid at some time, even if it was just playing around with crutches that belonged to someone else. As a result, most people think they know how to use equipment like canes. But there are some simple principles that will make using your walking aid easier and safer. As […]READ MORE

When it comes to getting fit and healthy most people find it easier to get moving than to change their eating habits. Making the switch to a diet rich in healthy fresh vegetables and salads can feel like a big undertaking when you’re accustomed to a steak entree. If you’re just starting our here are […]READ MORE