Aquacare/Fitness Forum Physical TherapySports medicine
Primary Care and Physical Therapy: A Smart Match When it comes to visiting our primary care provider, we may schedule a yearly physical or only visit when we are sick or have a health concern. However, we often do not schedule regular checkups with our physical therapist and in many cases, a regular whole body […]
The Hidden Core of Women’s Fitness: Pelvic Health Whether you’re crushing your workouts in the gym or at home, there’s one crucial aspect of fitness that often goes overlooked: pelvic floor health. While many associate pelvic floor exercises with postpartum recovery or aging, the truth is that these essential muscles play a vital role in […]
Aquacare Athletics now offers sports medicine services at The Factory, providing comprehensive treatment and training to support athletes in reaching their peak potential. Earlier this year, Aquacare launched PT PLUS, in-home mobile physical therapy that travels to a client’s home, workplace, pool, or fitness center. In similar fashion, Aquacare Athletics will bring quality physical therapy […]
Three-Sport Athlete Luis Hicks Returns to the Field After Meniscus Tear WATCH THE VIDEO. In the world of high school sports, injuries can be a game-changer. For Luis Hicks, a promising three-sport athlete at Indian River High School, a meniscus tear during wrestling season threatened to sideline his athletic career. However, thanks to a dedicated […]
Athlete of the Week – Isaiah “Zay” Jones By Rachel Swick Mavity Isaiah “Zay” Jones, a senior at Sussex Tech, has returned to the football field after recovering from a painful back injury. Jones, who also competes in track and field, suffered a compression fracture in his back last spring. “If I stood for too […]
Are you experiencing a spinning sensation, even when sitting still? You might be suffering from vertigo. While not life-threatening, vertigo can significantly impact your daily life. The good news? Physical therapy for vertigo can help diagnose the cause and determine the best course of treatment. Let’s dive into what vertigo is, its causes, and how […]
Athlete of the Week – Joelle Wise WATCH HERE: Any time an athlete steps on the field, an injury is possible. For Joelle Wise, a promising field hockey player at Indian River High School, a devastating knee injury during the 2022 preseason could have spelled the end of her athletic aspirations. Instead, it became the […]
Noah Blankensop works with Aquacare in Salisbury to recover from past injuries, improve his mobility, and increase strength to continue playing soccer. He is a striker and winger on two soccer teams in the area – Baltimore Armour and Bennett High School. He credits Aquacare with his strong return to the game. Learn more and […]
Earlier in the day, before a monumental basketball game, Garett Hemingway, a shooting guard for Saints Peter & Paul High School in Easton, was working on his game in the gym and rolled his ankle. He was on the cusp of scoring his 1,000th point and had family coming in from out of town to […]
Our physical therapy teams provide dry needling, blood flow restriction training and cupping to help athletes of all ages heal, recover and get back in the game. Understanding the Techniques Dry Needling: This technique involves the insertion of thin needles into trigger points in muscles, tendons, ligaments, or near nerves to stimulate a healing […]
Looking for a fun and healthy activity that’s as versatile as it is enjoyable? Look no further than pickleball! This quirky sport, often described as a mix of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, is capturing the hearts of players young and old across the globe. But what makes pickleball so special? Let’s dive into the delicious […]
Let’s pickle-fy your game with some zesty strategies to boost your skills and have a blast on the court! Dance to the Beat with Footwork: Ever feel like your feet are stuck in pickle brine? Well, it’s time to spice up your footwork! Quick feet are your ticket to snagging those shots like a pro. […]