by Erin Courtney PT, DPT | Dec 11, 2020 | Chronic Pain, Ergonomics, Exercise, Musculoskeletal Pain, Physical Therapy
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to evolve, our goal at Life’s Work Physical Therapy remains to help you get better. While a virtual visit for physical therapy may seem unusual at first, we have been providing this service since the pandemic began. Whether you are...
by Erin Courtney PT, DPT | Nov 25, 2020 | Exercise, Physical Therapy, Sports Physical Therapy, Wellbeing
Winter in the Pacific Northwest brings with it an abundance of outdoor activities to enjoy. From skiing and snowshoeing to a simple walk or run in cold weather, exercising outdoors can be an enjoyable way to get through the winter. At Life’s Work Physical Therapy, our...
by Erin Courtney PT, DPT | Mar 6, 2018 | Chronic Pain, Low Back Pain, Pain, Physical Therapy
Why do we feel pain? What is our body telling us? Learn 10 facts about pain and how physical therapy can help treat it. 1. Pain is a protective device. Things shouldn’t hurt for no reason. In a healthy body, pain is a sign that something is wrong. It’s a signal from...
by Erin Courtney PT, DPT | Feb 6, 2018 | Exercise, Physical Therapy, Wellbeing
Did you know the average office worker sits up to 13 hours a day? Our society is built around sitting – at your desk, in your car, and in front of the television. Doctors and researchers have been warning us about the dangers of prolonged sitting for years; prolonged...
by Erin Courtney PT, DPT | Dec 6, 2017 | Exercise, Physical Therapy, Ski injuries, Sports Physical Therapy
When it’s raining in Portland, it usually means it’s snowing in the mountains. Winter weather means many of us will be heading out to the slopes for a variety of activities, downhill skiing being one of the most popular. Whether you are an experienced skier or a...
