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Be All In, Then All Out: The Rhythm of Rest and Effort
As we move into July, many of us find ourselves balancing busy work schedules with vacations, family time, and the longer, more relaxed days of summer. This month's theme is simple but powerful: be fully present wherever you are. When you're working, work with purpose. When you're resting, give yourself permission to truly rest. In physical therapy, we understand that adaptation requires both stress and recovery. Muscles don't become stronger while they're lifting the weight—

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Jul 33 min read


Trust the Momentum: Let Past Progress Carry You Forward
June’s theme, Trust the Momentum, invites us to recognize that progress is not always created in the present moment. Often, the energy, strength, resilience, and confidence we experience today are the result of seeds planted weeks, months, or even years ago. As we move into a season filled with activity and opportunity it can be tempting to focus only on what still needs to be done. Yet June encourages a different perspective: take a moment to notice what is already carrying

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
May 312 min read


Finding Balance: Recalibrate Your Goals This Spring
The Spring months are a time to look back at the winter we made it through! and forward at the summer that is to come. In these transition times, we can easily be pulled along with the momentum of what is to come or held back by energy from the prior season - or we can take this time to find balance in the moment. Take some time today and this week to recalibrate. How are you feeling? Do your goals from a few months ago still fit - or have you outgrown them or found a new mi

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Apr 302 min read


Embrace Discomfort, Let Go of Perfection
April has a way of reminding us that growth is rarely tidy. The days get longer, the earth begins to wake up, and everywhere we look there are signs of new life emerging—not fully formed, but slowly, imperfectly, and in its own time. This month's theme is embrace discomfort and let go of perfection. As human beings, we're naturally drawn toward comfort. We like routines that feel familiar and movements that feel easy. Yet almost every meaningful change in our lives begins wit

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Mar 312 min read


What Is Orthopedic Physical Therapy and How Can It Help You Move Without Pain?
You use your body for everything. Getting out of bed, carrying groceries, picking up your kids, sitting through a long meeting, going for a run on a Saturday morning. When pain shows up in your muscles, joints, or spine, it doesn't just affect the body part that hurts. It affects your whole life. Orthopedic physical therapy is the specialty dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions of the musculoskeletal system. That includes your bones, muscles, joints, te

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Mar 186 min read


A Season of Change: Notice Your Body's Quiet Progress
As the days grow longer and there are hints of spring around the corner, it becomes easier to see that progress isn’t abstract — it is physical. The sun sets just a few minutes later each week, the snow is starting to melt, and there are sounds in the air of a few more birds each morning. In physical rehabilitation the realization of forward progress is such a relief. That shoulder pain that lasted months with almost no noticeable change may suddenly feel better one day! Bu

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Mar 11 min read


Building Routines
As the excitement of the new year fades, February is a reminder that progress is built through consistency. In physical therapy, sustainable results come from small, repeated habits that support strength, mobility, and healing over time. By committing to regular routines and trusting the process, steady effort creates confidence, momentum, and long-term change.

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Feb 42 min read


Finding Focus
January is a time to pause, reset, and find focus for the year ahead. In physical therapy, finding focus means setting clear, meaningful goals for strength, mobility, comfort, and function. With an intentional plan and consistent steps, small changes can build momentum and lead to lasting progress. Focus creates direction, and direction turns goals into real results.

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Feb 42 min read


How to Exercise with Hypermobility
Learn how to safely train with hypermobility by building strength, control, and stability. Discover key exercises, training strategies, and insights from Dr. Pamela Kokoros to protect your joints, prevent injuries, and reach peak performance—whether you’re an athlete or just staying active.

Dr. Pamela Kokoros
Oct 10, 20253 min read


Tennis Elbow
Despite the name, many people who get tennis elbow are not tennis players. The condition is associated with repetitive movements of the...

Dr. Pamela Kokoros
Jul 9, 20253 min read


12 Minute Full Body Stretch
The following is one example of a basic whole body stretching routine for those without injury or medical conditions. *Check with your...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
May 26, 20252 min read


Finding Your Balance
Let’s delve into the essential yet often overlooked concept of balance—both in our bodies and our lives. In the world of physical...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Sep 27, 20244 min read


What Doesn’t Bend, Breaks
The What, Why, How, and Which of Stretching! And some pitfalls to know about and avoid. Personal Trainers, Physical Therapists, and...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Jul 19, 20245 min read


An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure
As spring rolls in, many of us begin to ramp up our fitness routines. The longer days and warmer weather allow for more time...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Mar 21, 20243 min read


Core Strengthening to Prepare for the Fall Running Season
Happy Fall! With the Sleepy Hollow 10k, the NYC Marathon, and the Trudy Dunbar Memorial 5K Turkey Trot right around the corner, getting...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Oct 7, 20233 min read


Physical Therapist’s Guide to Setting Realistic Fitness and Health Goals
As summer wraps up and the school season and fall routines begin again it’s a great time to revisit your fitness and health goals....

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Aug 31, 20234 min read


Yoga for Shoulder Pain Relief: Poses and Practices to Enhance Mobility and Strength
Shoulder pain can be a persistent and frustrating issue that limits your ability to perform everyday tasks. While there are various...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Aug 26, 20234 min read


Ergonomic Desk Setups to Decrease and Prevent Pain
In the work-from-home era many of us spend a significant portion of our day at a desk, often in a room and setup that was not fully...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Aug 16, 20232 min read


What is pelvic floor physical therapy?
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is a specialized area of practice within physical therapy that helps to address the health and function of...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Apr 7, 20225 min read


Physical Therapy and Scoliosis
When we begin working with new patients it’s actually quite common for us to hear people say they have been told at some point in their...

Dr. Myriah C. Pahl
Jul 6, 20217 min read
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