FLIP FLOPS AND FOOT PAIN: UNDERSTANDING PLANTAR FASCIITIS AND PREVENTING SUMMER FOOT INJURIES
Summer Footwear and Hidden Strain on the Foot
Warm weather often brings a shift toward lighter, more open footwear. While sandals and flip flops are convenient, they typically provide minimal structural support for the foot and ankle. Over time, this change in support can alter how forces are distributed through the lower extremity during walking and standing. At Emery Physical Therapy, with locations serving Mount Prospect physical therapy, Des Plaines physical therapy, Oakbrook Terrace physic...
Posted on 2026-06-04
CREATIVE STRATEGIES TO STAY MOTIVATED WITH EXERCISE AND BUILD HEALTHY MOVEMENT HABITS
Staying active is one of the most important investments you can make in your long-term health, but maintaining motivation can be challenging. Many people begin an exercise program with enthusiasm, only to find that work schedules, family responsibilities, fatigue, or minor aches and pains gradually interfere with consistency. At Emery Physical Therapy, we frequently work with patients throughout Mount Prospect, Des Plaines, Oakbrook Terrace, and surrounding Illinois communities who want to imp...
Posted on 2026-06-04
ACHILLES TENDON PAIN WHEN RUNNING: PREVENTION, CAUSES, AND PHYSICAL THERAPY SOLUTIONS
WHY DOES MY ACHILLES TENDON HURT WHEN I RUN?
The Achilles tendon plays a central role in running mechanics, acting as the primary connector between the calf muscles and the heel. Every stride places significant load through this structure, especially during faster running, hill training, or sudden changes in mileage. While the tendon is built for high force transmission, it is not immune to overload, irritation, or strain when training demands exceed its capacity to recover.
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Posted on 2026-06-03
SELF-CARE STRATEGIES FOR GYMNASTS: INJURY PREVENTION, RECOVERY, AND PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION
Supporting Gymnast Health Through Smarter Recovery and Training Balance
Gymnastics demands a rare combination of strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance, often developed through year-round training schedules. Because of this constant physical load, athletes are at a higher risk for overuse injuries, fatigue-related setbacks, and performance plateaus if recovery strategies are not prioritized. At Emery Physical Therapy, we regularly work with young athletes across Illinois communities...
Posted on 2026-06-03
COMPETITION SEASON RECOVERY AND INJURY PREVENTION STRATEGIES FOR GYMNASTS
Competitive gymnastics demands exceptional strength, flexibility, and repetition throughout a nearly year-round training schedule. As athletes progress through intense practice cycles and competition seasons, especially in winter and spring, the physical toll on the body can accumulate quickly. At Emery Physical Therapy, we often see how proactive recovery strategies and movement education can make a meaningful difference in performance, injury risk, and long-term athletic development.
For gymn...
Posted on 2026-06-03
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