MPTeam Blog
Are You Avoiding Going to Physical Therapy?
Have you been in pain and made a promise to yourself to finally get your health back on a Wellness track? Physical therapy can be a significant part of honoring that commitment (it can even work if you didn’t make a promise to yourself)! But not everyone who is in...
Winter-wise Your Walk
It’s that time of year again. The days are short, it’s cold outside, and snow and icy streets are on the horizon. Many people fear the winter because surfaces outside can get slippery from cold rain and snow. With these changes come increased chances of slip and falls. Freezing temperatures also introduce the possibility of running into black ice – a slippery surface that you often don’t realize is there until you are on it. It can all make you want to…
Benefits of Physical Therapy for People With Cancer
If you follow along on MPT's Instagram and Facebook, you know that MPT's founder and owner, Rachel Miller Williams, MSPT is sharing her journey with a recent diagnosis of a tumor on her pancreas. You can follow Rachel's journey on her Instagram.Cancer and cancer...
Parkinson’s Awareness Month
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month!Parkinson's disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects a person's movement and coordination abilities. Symptoms can vary between individuals; however, an individual with Parkinson's disease will often experience...
Going The Extra Mile! Riverdale Run and Fun Day 2022
Join MPT and Riverdale Y for the Annual Riverdale Run and Fun Day!Join us Sunday, May 15th for a fun day for the whole family that supports a great cause! TeaMPT will be "Going the Extra Mile" and participating in the run as a team. We hope to see you there!Date:...
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy for All Genders
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Can Affect Anyone Because Everyone Has a Pelvic Floor!What is the pelvic floor?The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and connective tissue at the bottom of the pelvis. The main functions of the pelvic floor are:Support for internal...
February is American Heart Month
According to The American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in America. February is a time to focus on the importance of heart health and commit to making healthy lifestyle choices to prevent cardiovascular disease.What steps...
Hybrid Telehealth Physical Therapy
Concerned about getting to your PT appointment in wintery conditions? Don't want to deal with traffic? Don't have childcare? Immunocompromised and concerned about being in an office setting? Want the convenience of attending PT sessions from your home? MPT continues...
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
MPT Offers a Team Approach to Optimize Patient Outcomes.With MPT's Team Approach, two therapists work together to create and manage a patient's treatment plan. TeaMPT will communicate and coordinate together to ensure that sessions are progressive and complement one...
MPT Treats More Than You Think
4 Things You Might Not Know Physical Therapists Can TreatPhysical Therapy can treat a range of conditions that may keep you from doing what you love. The therapists at MPT provide a personalized, one-on-one approach to treat all patients including those with jaw pain,...
Pilates and Yoga-based Exercise at MPT
The therapists at MPT incorporate Pilates and Yoga into their custom exercise programs for patientsFive benefits of incorporating Pilates and Yoga exercises in rehab include: 1.) Exercises can be easily modified to any level and all ages. Your therapist can help...
November Is Bladder Health Awareness Month
MPT Can Improve Your Bladder HealthBladder conditions such as incontinence, overactive bladder, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and frequent nighttime urination are common and impact your quality of life. MPT prioritizes total body health; this includes treatment for...