Sara Mikulsky

The Fourth of July is often filled with cookouts, barbecues, desserts, and festive gatherings with family and friends. While enjoying holiday foods is part of the celebration, it’s also possible to make choices that support your overall health, energy levels, and recovery — without sacrificing flavor. At our physical therapy clinic, we know that nutrition plays an important role in how the body feels and functions. Healthy eating can help support: Muscle recovery Joint health

Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the dads, grandfathers, husbands, and father figures in our lives. While gifts are always appreciated, some of the best memories are made through shared experiences and quality time together. From a physical therapy perspective, Father’s Day can also be a great opportunity to encourage healthy movement, outdoor activity, and overall wellness. The good news is that staying active doesn’t have to mean intense exercise. Simple recreational act

Summer is one of the best times of year to stay active. Longer days and warmer weather make it easier to walk, hike, bike, swim, garden, and participate in outdoor fitness activities. However, exercising in the heat also places additional stress on the body and can increase the risk of dehydration, fatigue, overheating, and injury if precautions are not taken. At our physical therapy clinic, we encourage people to stay active year-round while exercising safely and intelligent

As the weather warms up, many people trade supportive sneakers for flip-flops, slides, sandals, or going barefoot. While summer footwear may feel lighter and more comfortable, improper shoe support can contribute to foot pain, ankle instability, knee discomfort, hip irritation, and even low back pain. At our physical therapy clinic, we often see an increase in overuse injuries during the summer months — and footwear is frequently part of the problem. Why Summer Shoes Can Caus