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Cycling Safety As the temperature rises we see more and more people outside on their bicycles. Cycling is a great activity for exercise and fun, but like any other physical activity, there is a chance for injury. From proper stretching and equipment, there are a few...

Plantar Fasciitis Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common reasons for heel pain. Plantar Fasciitis involves a thick band of tissue that lies on the bottom of your foot called the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia connects your heel bone to your toes and supports...

Sciatica Did you know that the sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body? Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve is irritated. This is a painful condition, but it can be treated with physical therapy. Strengthening, stretching and aerobic conditioning are the main types of...

April is home to a lot of great things! The spring weather, baseball season and Easter, but one thing you may not have known is that it’s home to National Stress Awareness Month! Stress is a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting...

Physical Therapy Will Help Improve Your Golf Game Do you love to play golf, but find yourself in pain? There is now a solution. Physical therapy will help you perform better on the golf course as well as feel pain-free. With physical therapy, you will begin...

What Is Tennis Elbow? With the beautiful weather just starting to appear, that means one thing: spring sports! Spring is the time to get outside and get that fresh air that you have been missing all winter. A great spring sport that many are excited to...

National Nutrition Month It’s the month of March. That means it’s National Nutrition Month and that spring is right around the corner! The best way to celebrate these two occasions is by trying some healthy spring recipes that are nutritious enough to make during National Nutrition...

Why should you go to Lake PT for Pregnancy Care? Pregnancy takes a toll on every woman, no matter age or fitness level. At Lake Country Physical Therapy we specialize in helping with pain during pregnancy and recovering postpartum. Physical therapy is usually associated with recovery...

  There is a great risk for falls, especially in these winter months, for older adults. When the roads are slick and icy, you never know what to expect, but there are a few things you can do to try and prevent these accidents from happening. If you...

Gluten is the protein found in rye, barley, and wheat that gives dough an elasticity quality. It is also found in not only pasta, cakes, and cereals but, canned soups, dressings, and tons of processed foods. For some, a gluten-free diet is absolutely necessary due to...