Have you ever wondered why athletes and gym-goers are always talking about protein intake? Well, wonder no more! Today, we’re diving into the world of protein and how it can help you recover faster after exercise. Protein is one of the three macronutrients that our bodies need to function properly, along with carbohydrates and fats. Think of protein as the …
Arthritis, a condition that affects millions worldwide, is characterized by inflammation and stiffness in the joints, often resulting in persistent pain and reduced mobility. While medications and lifestyle modifications play crucial roles in managing arthritis, physical therapy has emerged as a powerful ally in promoting relief and improving overall quality of life for those living with this chronic condition. Understanding …
Welcome 2024! Each new year, many of us embark on a journey of self-improvement by setting goals. Here at Streamline Physio, we are well versed in helping people of all ages achieve fitness and sport related goals. Time and time again we see how making efforts to improve ourselves in this area translates into overall improved wellness, self efficacy, happiness, …
The holiday season is just about here! While this festive time of year can bring joy, celebration, and time spent with loved ones…our schedules can get pretty busy. It can be tough to stay healthy and calm during this time. Below are our best tips to help you keep your balance, eat well, and practice mindfulness during this bustling season! …
Stop me if this sounds all too familiar. You wake up in the morning with those aches and pains in your joints. Or maybe you’ve been avoiding certain activities because of discomfort. Or you just turned 30 (or 35 or 40 or 50 or more) years old. Well, here’s some good news: Understanding Joint Pain First things first, let’s understand …
Fall is in full swing, which means we are just around the corner from the most wonderful time of the year: Halloween! With such a sweet holiday approaching, and bags of candy lining grocery store shelves everywhere – we thought it would be a great time to take a deep dive into the correlation between sugar intake and inflammation. Understanding …
Functional dry needling is gaining pretty wide recognition as a powerful technique for facilitating not just the rehabilitation process by addressing muscle pain and promoting healing when used in conjunction with other therapeutic modalities in the physical therapy world (manual therapy, progressive strengthening and tissue loading), but also in injury prevention and performance improvement in sport. Beyond its local effects …
Updated: Aug 16, 2023 While temps are still hot here in the Midwest, we’re looking ahead to pre-season for many athletes as they gear up to head back to school. Most of us know first hand just how much student athletes take on. Between school, practice, games, additional conditioning, family and social lives – their plates are full. Learning to juggle …
Updated: Aug 16, 2023 First things first, I am not a dietician. I am not a nutritionist. I have read a lot about how nutrition can affect pain and recovery, but my strengths lie elsewhere. That said, this particular topic has been popping up in my office more frequently and it deserves some attention. Have you ever experienced unexplained pain or …
Updated: Aug 16, 2023 Summer came in hot this year with days consistently in the 80s and 90s with minimal rain so far. Here in Wisconsin, we’re typically used to more of a spring time to break us in to the sunny days, outdoor adventures, in addition to a gradual acclimation to outside workouts. So while it’s important to stay consistent …