Sara Mikulsky

Fall in the Hudson Valley is beautiful—but it also comes with a long list of outdoor chores. Raking leaves. Moving branches. Cleaning gardens. Lifting bags of mulch. Putting away outdoor furniture. Getting the yard ready for winter. And every year, physical therapists see the same thing: someone who felt fine on Saturday and can barely move by Sunday morning. The good news? Many of these aches and injuries can be prevented with a little preparation and better movement strateg

A three-day weekend sounds like the perfect opportunity to get away. Maybe you're heading to the mountains, visiting family, taking a road trip, hiking, or simply enjoying a few extra days outside. But long weekends can also mean long hours in the car, unfamiliar beds, more walking than usual, and a sudden increase in activity—a combination that can leave your back, neck, hips, and feet feeling less than happy. Here are a few simple ways to keep your body moving comfortably t

September has a way of filling up quickly Summer slows down, and then suddenly the calendar is packed with work, school, activities, appointments, workouts, weekend plans, and everything else that comes with getting back into a routine. And that's often when those little aches and pains start getting harder to ignore. Maybe your lower back bothers you after sitting at your desk. Your shoulder aches after working out. Your knee hurts when you go up and down stairs. Or you've h

Fall is one of the best times to explore the Hudson Valley. Cooler temperatures, beautiful foliage, and miles of trails make September and October perfect for getting outside. But if you haven't been hiking regularly all summer, that first long fall hike can be more demanding on your body than you expect. Whether you're an experienced hiker or someone who simply wants to enjoy a weekend walk in the woods, a little preparation can go a long way. Here are five ways to help keep

There’s something about September that makes us want to reset. Summer vacations are winding down. Kids are back in school. Work routines become more predictable. The cooler weather makes it easier to get outside—and suddenly, you may find yourself hiking, walking longer distances, running, playing pickleball, returning to the gym, or taking on all those fall projects around the house. But there’s one thing that often gets overlooked during this seasonal transition: Your body

Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end of summer—a time for backyard barbecues, hiking, road trips, beach days, and spending time with family and friends. While it’s a weekend to relax and celebrate, it’s also one of the busiest times for strains, sprains, and overuse injuries. Here are seven tips from a physical therapist to help you enjoy the holiday weekend without paying for it with aches and pains on Tuesday morning. 1. Don’t Be a “Weekend Warrior” If you’ve been less a

As August winds down, life starts to speed up. Kids head back to school, fall sports begin, vacations come to an end, and many people return to longer hours at work after a more relaxed summer schedule. Unfortunately, this seasonal transition is also when physical therapists see a spike in aches, pains, and injuries. The good news? A little preparation now can help you stay active and pain-free throughout the fall. Why Injuries Increase in Late Summer During August, many peop

One of the biggest wellness trends right now isn’t a new workout class, wearable device, or expensive piece of equipment. It’s something much simpler: movement snacks. Movement snacks are short bursts of physical activity—usually lasting one to five minutes—performed throughout the day. Instead of relying only on a single 30- or 60-minute workout, people are breaking up long periods of sitting with frequent, purposeful movement. For physical therapists, this trend is exciting

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I guess it’s just old age”? Many people assume that aching knees, stiff backs, poor balance, or difficulty getting up from the floor are simply part of aging. While our bodies naturally change over time, pain and loss of function are not inevitable. More often, they’re signs that your body needs the right kind of movement—not less movement. As physical therapists, one of the most common myths we hear is, “I’m getting older, so I should t

Most people think of physical therapy as something you need after an injury or surgery. While physical therapists are experts in rehabilitation, they also play an important role in helping people stay healthy, active, and injury-free. At our practice, we believe physical therapy isn’t just about recovering from pain—it’s about optimizing how your body moves so you can continue doing the activities you love. What Is a Physical Therapy Body Check? Think of a body check as an an