After making significant improvements following chronic lower extremity injury, our patient wanted to practice something that she loved: backpacking. With trips lasting anywhere 5-7 days, one has to carry a


Debunking 5 Myths on Disc Herniation
April 27th, 2016Physical therapy at Body Gears corrects mechanical, neuromuscular, and motor control deficits that are perpetuating disc irritation. With proper management through conservative care, spinal discs can heal just like any
#TestimonyTuesday 4/19
April 19th, 2016#TestimonyTuesday “I have had physical therapy several times before in different places but have never had such thorough, careful, attention and therapy as I had at Body Gears. My therapist

The Importance of Maintaining Flexibility While Staying Active – Recommendations for Older Adults to Improve Fitness
January 13th, 2016It’s vital for older adults to maintain an active lifestyle with plenty of exercise to promote optimal health and wellbeing. It’s also important to sustain flexibility while staying active to
Straighten up! And Improve your Posture
November 2nd, 2015If you’re like the majority of professionals, you’re spending long hours seated at your desk during the workday. And chances are, you’re slouching. It’s time to straighten up! Poor posture
Injury-Free Approach to Raking Leaves
October 29th, 2015Whether you are the kind of person who waits until all the leaves have fallen before picking up a rake – or you love the challenge of maintaining a leaf-free
SI Joint
October 9th, 2015Many patients at Body Gears seek physical therapy because of low back and/or sacroiliac joint (SI joint) pain. The finely tuned motion motion at the SI joint plays a crucial
Mindfulness and Pain Reduction
October 7th, 2015Your body – it’s strong, resilient, and capable of incredible things! However, it can feel like you are battling your body when it is not functioning the way you think