ACL Recovery: The Power of Blood Flow Restriction Training in Physical Therapy
ACL Recovery: The Power of Blood Flow Restriction Training in Physical Therapy An ACL injury can feel like a major setback, especially for active individuals eager to return to their favorite sports and activities. Traditional rehabilitation often requires months of gradual progression, but an innovative technique called Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is transforming how […]
Quick, Healthy Recipe: Hot Honey Bowls to Boost Recovery
Quick, Healthy Recipe: Hot Honey Bowls to Boost Recover Looking for a fun, new recipe? These hot honey bowls are a quick and nutritious option that fuel your body with the right balance of protein, carbs, and healthy fats. At Fortify Physical Therapy, we know recovery isn’t just about what happens in the clinic — […]
Lifting for Longevity
Lifting For Longevity A physical therapist’s guide to why strength training is non-negotiable for a long, functional life. Plus how to start and perform these movements safely. If I could bottle one “medicine” that reduces chronic disease risk, prevents falls, and keeps you doing what you love for decades, it would be resistance training. The […]
What to Expect at Your First Physical Therapy Appointment
What to Expect at Your First Physical Therapy Appointment Whether you’ve been referred by a doctor, are recovering from an injury, or just want to move and feel better, your first physical therapy visit can feel like a big step. At Fortify Physical Therapy, our goal is to make you feel informed, supported, and confident […]
Can Dry Needling Help With Tennis Elbow?
Can Dry Needling Help With Tennis Elbow? If you’ve been dealing with nagging pain on the outside of your elbow—whether from playing tennis, typing, lifting, or just day-to-day movement—you might be experiencing a condition called lateral epicondylalgia, more commonly known as tennis elbow. Tennis elbow is an overuse injury that affects the tendons in the […]
Do I Need a Doctor Referral for Physical Therapy?
Do I Need a Doctor Referral for Physical Therapy? If you’re dealing with pain, injury, or mobility issues in Utah, you have more options than you might think. Thanks to Utah’s direct access laws, you can see a physical therapist without needing to visit your doctor first for a referral. Let’s break down what this […]
Partnering with Cardinal Caregivers to Support Your Health at Home
Partnering with Cardinal Caregivers to Support Your Health at Home At Fortify Physical Therapy, our mission is to support your health, wellness, and independence both inside and outside of our clinic. To help further that mission, we are working alongside Cardinal Caregivers, an in-home senior care provider serving the St. George area. Who Are Cardinal […]
Summer Swimming Safety
Stay Safe in the Water: Essential Summer Swimming Safety Tips As temperatures rise, swimming becomes one of the best ways to stay cool, have fun, and get in some low-impact exercise. At Fortify Physical Therapy, we’re all about helping you enjoy an active and healthy lifestyle safely including summertime activities like swimming. Whether you’re hitting […]
What Causes Vertigo?
What Causes Vertigo? Have you ever woken up and felt like you were on a roller coaster? Have you wondered why? Or, what causes that sensation? Today, we will explore the cause and treatment options for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo or BPPV. Understanding BPPV: The Most Common Cause of Vertigo BPPV is responsible for about […]
Rotator Cuff
What is the Rotator Cuff? The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that stabilize the glenohumeral (shoulder) joint and enable key shoulder movements. These muscles include: Together, these muscles help maintain the stability of the shoulder joint by keeping the humeral head aligned within the glenoid cavity of the scapula during arm movements. They are essential for rotation, abduction, and elevation of the […]
