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Did you know walking down stairs can put up to 346% of your body weight through your kneecap in comparison to walking up stairs? Range of motion in both your hips and ankles also plays a large role when navigating stairs. If you have discomfort in your knee while going down steps, read on to learn some tips to decrease your pain.

Good body mechanics while lifting or squatting have a huge impact on back injuries. A successful hip hinge is the safer alternative to a curved flexed spine, as it protects your spine and incorporates your hip muscles. To protect your back from injury, check out this article by Michael Golden, PT, DPT, for tips on how your hips can save your spine.

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Did you know back pain is the leading cause of disability in individuals under the age of 50? Or that sitting for long periods of time can change your posture causing low back pain? If you sit for work and are having back pain, use these tips from physical therapist Steve Gonser, PT DPT, to save your spine while working.

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Running the YMCA Buffalo Niagara Turkey Trot? Physical Therapist Kearsten Fish has three great exercises to add to your routine! These are perfect for preventing injury and feeling more balanced on your runs. #Run716 #TurkeyTrot

Do you experience knee pain when going up and down the stairs, when getting up from a chair, or trouble kneeling? Most knee pain responds very well to gradual progressive exercise. The key to exercising when you have knee pain is determining a baseline for what your knee can tolerate. Check out this article to help you determine how you can progress your exercise to strengthen your knee to improve your function.

There are many people suffer from sciatica, but not everyone knows what it is or what causes it. In this article Lauren Losi, PT DPT explains what sciatica and some stretches that may help to relieve your pain. Click the link to learn more!

Stop letting arthritis stop you from doing the things you love! Getting older doesn't mean that we have to slow down, there are several things that we can do to help reduce arthritis pain and stiffness over time, and possibly slow down the process altogether. Read this article by Lauren Losi, PT DPT, to learn more about arthritis and what can be done to reduce arthritic pain and stiffness.

Whether your sending the kids to school or heading to work the contents of your lunchbox is crucial for success. Preparation doesn't have to be expensive or time-consuming, but a little extra thought goes a long way. In the following article, Garnet Loveday, PT DPT, discusses what makes a healthful snack and some simple ideas for grab and go snacks.

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Have you been thinking about biking? Before you jump back on a bike, there are a couple factors that may come into play. Check out this article by Physical Therapist Garnet Loveday, PT DPT, to make sure biking is right for you!

With only six weeks until the YMCA Buffalo Niagara Turkey Trot, it’s important to cool down properly. A proper cool-down will not only help you avoid injury but can prevent post-run and exercise stiffness and soreness. Unlike a warm-up, which should be more dynamic and free-flowing, your cool down should be more static. That means you should focus on holding your stretches for anywhere between 10 and 30 seconds.... Try this simple Runner’s Stretch from Physical Therapist Kearsten Fish after your next run or workout. It’s a great stretch that targets multiple body regions at the same time.