As the country bands together to slow the spread of COVID-19 (a.k.a., the coronavirus) through the practice of social distancing, many have found their regularly exercise routines disrupted. Gym closures,…
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We often don’t consider the long-term impact that practicing the fine arts can have on the body. Yet, according to San Diego-Carlsbad physical therapist Brett Bloom, dancers, musicians, visual artists and even performing artists…
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We typically wish for those we love to live their best, most healthful lives. That’s why it can be both frustrating and worrisome when a loved one slips onto a…
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Weight loss is one of the top New Year’s Resolutions made by Americans each year, according to multiple sources. Yet, studies conclude that only 8 percent of people actually achieve…
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The Holiday Season is a time for giving, and that includes supporting causes and organizations that make our communities stronger. It’s in this spirit that San Diego-Carlsbad physical therapist Brett…
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As cold and flu season approaches, so does the season of illness prevention. From getting flu shots to adding a little extra Vitamin C to our diets, prevention often becomes…
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SAN DIEGO, CA – October is National Physical Therapy month, a time when physical therapists like Brett Bloom not only celebrate their profession, but also educate others about the role…
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For decades, the standard and recommended response to an injured muscle, tendon or ligament was to “apply RICE,” an acronym that stands for a protocol of rest, ice, compression and…
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With high school sports starting up soon and NFL training camps in full swing, concussions are certain to ramp up within the mainstream consciousness. And, while talk will often point…
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Despite being one of the top causes of disability in the U.S., affecting around eight in 10 people in their lifetimes, back pain is an ailment often misunderstood by those affected, says San Diego-Carlsbad physical therapist Brett Bloom. Such misconceptions, Bloom adds, can cause those suffering from back pain to seek…
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