Is going to the gym a part of your New Year’s Resolution? Don’t injure yourself in the process! Try a few of these stretches before you start working out, and hopefully you can avoid aches and pains: 1.) Swing your legs. To gain flexibility in your hamstrings and hip flexors prior to a run, a […]
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Common Winter Sports Injuries
As the weather turns colder and winter sets in, it means most of the sports are moving back inside and people are trading out cheering in stadiums for cheering in gyms. For athletes, winter sports presents a new opportunity for competition in a whole new sport. But, with winter sports come the potential for […]
Common Fall Sports Injuries
As much as we may not want to admit it, summer is nearly over and fall is just around the corner. For many people, especially local student athletes, that means fall sports season is right around the corner. While the fall is an exciting time for all of us, it can bring an increased […]
Injury Prevention Tips for Runners
Summer means more time outside, which naturally leads to more exercise outside. For many of us, summer presents more opportunities to run outside. And while it’s always good to get more exercise, it’s important to remember not to push yourself too hard too fast. For many runners, especially seasonal runners who run more during […]
Healthy Aging Tips for Men
Things change as we get older, especially for men, and that’s just fine. Maybe you’ve noticed a lack of energy lately, or activities you used to be able to do easily now seem tougher. At Horizon Rehabilitation Centers, we offer physical therapy programs designed to help you return to fitness and function. But, we […]
Avoiding Injury While Exercising
Horizon Rehab is committed to helping you recover from injuries with dedicated rehabilitation services. But, there are steps you can take to help reduce your injuries while exercising. As we age, taking steps to avoid injury while exercising becomes more important, because the injuries can cause more damage and require more effort to recover […]