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Summer is one of the best times of the year to get moving—longer days, warmer weather, and plenty of opportunities to get outside....

In the realm of healthcare, we are accustomed to monitoring traditional vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, body...

When most people think of strength training, they picture bodybuilders lifting heavy weights or athletes pushing their limits. But...

Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a neurological movement disorder that affects an estimated 1 million people in the U.S. and more than 10...

From Ehlers-Danlos (EDS) to hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD), physical therapy is a keystone in managing the complexities that come...

Have you ever wondered what exactly is cupping in Physical Therapy? Cupping therapy has roots in traditional Chinese medicine, but it has...

As winter fades, the anticipation of longer days, warmer temperatures, and beautiful blooms grows. Spring is the perfect time to start...

Understanding Pain Through Adrian Louw’s “Why Do I Hurt? ”: Insights for Our Patients at RTC At Restorative Therapy Co. (RTC), we’re...

Facing a joint replacement surgery can be a daunting prospect. Whether it's a hip, knee, or shoulder joint, the journey to recovery...

Last week’s chilly weather and snow in Virginia Beach might have had more than just your fingers freezing—it may have made your joints...

New Year's Resolutions often mean starting or returning to an exercise program - which could lead to injuries if you take on too much too...

As the new year approaches, we all want to create new goals and resolutions to stick to, only to find that we fall short after a few...

As Thanksgiving rolls around, it’s the perfect time to slow down and appreciate the things in life that truly matter. At Restorative...

Mind-body wellness is at the core of our physical therapy model here at RTC. We work to bridge physical movement with mental relaxation...

October is National Physical Therapy Month! To celebrate, here is a list of the Top 10 ways that PT can help you to be healthy and well....

In the realm of healthcare, much emphasis is placed on the rehabilitation process following surgery. Patients and healthcare providers...

If you've ever been to physical therapy, you may have heard about dry needling and acupuncture. Both treatments involve using thin...

Cortisol, often called the "stress hormone," plays a vital role in various bodily functions, including the regulation of metabolism,...

Uncovering the physiology behind how long healing times take for common diagnoses from joint replacements to strains and sprains It has...

Vertigo—a sensation of spinning or dizziness—can be debilitating, making simple tasks like walking or driving daunting. Whether triggered...