Do Tight Hamstrings Cause Back Pain? (Evidence-Based)
Conventional wisdom says tight hamstrings cause back pain. Read most low back pain articles written by non-experts, and you’ll get the distinct impression that tight hamstrings
Author: Dr. Jacob Forsythe, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT
The Truth about Osteoarthritis (Physio Explains)
This article unravels the mysteries and misconceptions about arthritis. Including the truth about osteoarthritis – and why it’s often no big deal. The Big One
The Athlete Diet: 5 Ways Top Performers Fuel Greatness
Athletes strive for a lean, strong physique to maximize their performance. And the typical athlete diet isn’t what you think. In many sports, more muscle mass and
Does Heat Therapy Really Work? (Physical Therapist Certified)
“Put a hot pack on it.” It’s common advice for aches and pains. But does heat therapy really work? Here’s what the science says: Heat
Debunking 7 Controversial Physical Therapy Myths
Let’s debunk 7 common physical therapy myths that I encounter in my PT practice. Starting with the biggest myth about ice… 1) Muscle Injuries Need
3 Amazing Mobility Drills for Travel (According to a Physical Therapist)
Necessity inspired me to create this 3-move sequence of mobility drills for travel. I drove almost 3,000 miles on a recent summer vacation to visit
3 Times When Stretching Actually Works (And a Superior Alternative)
If you’ve been reading Facts & Physio for a while, you know that I’m not a fan of static stretching. Despite its popularity, static stretching is
Unlock Tight Muscles with 7 Proven Pain Relief Strategies
Tight muscles happen. They stem from postural stress – like a long week at the office. Or physical stress – like a long week of pickleball matches. Or psychological stress –
DPT Reveals The Greatest Back Pain Exercise (And The Worst Ones)
Everybody hurts sometimes…because of back pain. This article answers the critical question, “What’s the best back pain exercise?“ Low back pain is a bigger headache than,
Ranking Physical Therapy Treatments (from Worthless to Elite)
All physical therapy treatments are not created equal. Here’s your evidence-based guide to ranking physical therapy treatments – so you know what actually works, and