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 are not immune to experiencing pain and injury related to…
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 more sedentary lifestyle track – one that could be harmful…
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 their annual goals, including those who seek to live healthier,…
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 physical therapy plays in improving the health and vitality of…
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 to conventional wisdom which states that “time and rest” are…
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 solutions, potential treatment paths, and even lifestyle alterations that aren’t necessarily…
It’s vacation season, and for many that means visiting faraway friends, exploring new places and possibly even crossing some things of the ol’ bucket list. Unfortunately, traveling often also means lots of sitting, interrupted sleep patterns due to time zone…
