Sara Mikulsky

Anterior hip pain, or pain in the front of the hip, can be caused by a tight iliopsoas (hip flexor) muscle. This tightness is usually the result of prolonged sitting and adaptive shortening of the muscle. Overtime, as the muscle becomes tighter and shorter, it can put stress on the front of the hip or worse - it can lead to lower back pain. This is largely because the hip flexor attaches to the front of the lumbar spine. when it gets tight, it can pull on the spine, causi

I was recently quoted on the BeachBody Blog about bad habits we all picked up during COVID. In this article, I highlight the importance of making a schedule and sticking to it. "Write out a schedule that includes specific times for meals, work, housework, exercise, sleep, and relaxation, says Sara Mikulsky, PT, DPT, FNS, CEAS, owner of Wellness Physical Therapy, PLLC. “This way, there is always a general framework to follow, which takes the stress and anxiety out of planning

Running is a great way to get out and exercise. It is a total body exercise that helps us burn calories, lose weight, and improve our cardiovascular system. But we must be careful about injury and overuse. I was recently quoted in the INSIDER and BEACHBODY about ways runners can prevent muscle cramps and foot injuries. Here are a few previews from the articles. From the Insider: There are various reasons side stitches may occur. "It is thought to be related to improper tra

At this point we all know that sleep is important. But do you realize the impact it can have on your overall health and life? Read these 3 tips about sleeps importance in your life. Sleep Helps Metabolism: Research has shown that when we sleep our bodies and organs can function better. Sleep has a function in controlling glucose levels and appetite. Without enough sleep lack of control over these elements could lead to weight gain, diabetes, or sleep apnea. As we have seen

It's no surprise that more and more of us are starting to think more about our health. We have come to realize that having underlying diseases can put us at a huge disadvantage. So now is the time to get healthy and prevent a life-long path of meditation, hospitalization and illness. Try these 4 techniques to jumpstart healthier living. Get Enough Sleep: Research shows that getting 7-8 hours of restful sleep a night is pertinent to living a healthy life. Sleep helps our bodi