How Important is Physical Therapy?

Get yourself back in the picture of doing the things you love. Dr. Qing-Min Chen talks about how physical therapy can promote a better quality of life

Single Best Exercises For Perfect Posture (3 Positions, No Equip)

Bob and Brad demonstrate the single best exercises for perfect posture without using any equipment.

Why Haven’t We Cured Arthritis? - Kaitlyn Sadtler and Heather J. Faust

Get to know the science behind what causes the stiff, creaky joints of the most common forms of arthritis and what you can do to prevent it.

The bad backs, elbow pain, and creaky knees so common in older people often aren't just “old age.” In fact, the source of this stiffness plagues many young people as well. The culprit is arthritis: a condition that affects over 90 million people in the U.S. alone. What makes arthritis so pervasive, and why haven’t we found a cure for it? Kaitlyn Sadtler and Heather J. Faust investigate.

Lesson by Kaitlyn Sadtler and Heather J. Faust, directed by CUB Animation.

10 Daily Stretches At Your Desk To Keep Pain-Free & Flexible

Bob and Brad demonstrate ten daily stretches you can do at your desk to be pain free and flexible.

Chronic Pain Sufferers Finding Relief In Aquatic Therapy

A unique form of physical therapy is gaining patients across the Twin Cities, reports Nina Moini.

How Stress Affects Your Brain - Madhumita Murgia

Stress isn’t always a bad thing; it can be handy for a burst of extra energy and focus, like when you’re playing a competitive sport or have to speak in public. But when it’s continuous, it actually begins to change your brain. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes. 

Lesson by Madhumita Murgia, animation by Andrew Zimbelman.

Understanding Bursitis Of The Hip & Knee - Stop The Pain Now!

Bob and Brad discuss knee and hip bursitis and how to stop the pain.

Alex Smith: An NFL Quarterback on Overcoming Setbacks and Self-Doubt | TED

Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith almost died after a particularly rough tackle snapped his leg in 2018 -- yet he was back on the field just two years later. In this inspiring talk, he shares his hard-won insights on overcoming fear, self-doubt and anxiety that could help anyone endure life's challenges. (This talk contains graphic images.)

Treating Soft Tissue Dysfunction

When soft tissue is damaged, it will often heal in a fibrotic, haphazard manner and may appear radio-dense under diagnostic ultrasound. The tissue may show thickening, irregular organization or less precise margins as compared to non-injured tissues, which results in a restricted range of motion and, very often, pain and functional limitations. 

Graston Technique offers a positive method of manual therapy that interrupts and breaks this cycle of pain and dysfunctional movement. Historically, GT has had positive outcomes in 75-90 percent of all conditions treated. It is equally effective in restoring function to acute and chronic injuries, and pre- and post-surgical patients.

Can't Increase Your Flexibility? WRONG! 7 SureFire Tips

Bob and Brad demonstrate how to increase your flexibility with seven tips.

What Is Scar Tissue?

Scar tissue limits the range of motion due to its negative impact on sensory-motor firing rates and frequencies. Abnormal sensory inputs perpetuate a dysfunctional cycle of nervous system sensitization, pain and dysfunctional movement/motor output. Graston Technique offers a positive method of manual therapy that interrupts and breaks this cycle of pain and dysfunctional movement.

STRETCHING EXPERT Reveals Best Time to Stretch Every Day

Bob and Brad reveal the best time to stretch.

How Do Pain Relievers Work? - George Zaidan

Some people take aspirin or ibuprofen to treat everyday aches and pains, but how exactly do the different classes of pain relievers work? Learn about the basic physiology of how humans experience pain, and the mechanics of the medicines we've invented to block or circumvent that discomfort.

Lesson by George Zaidan, animated by Augenblick Studios.

Do Not Stretch Your Back In The Morning! Do This Instead

Bob and Brad discuss why you shouldn't stretch your back in the morning.

How to Grow a Bone - Nina Tandon

Can you grow a human bone outside the human body? The answer may soon be yes. Nina Tandon explores the possibility by examining how bones naturally grow inside the body, and illuminating how scientists are hoping to replicate that process in a lab.

Lesson by Nina Tandon, animation by Giant Animation Studios.

Release Hip in 30 Seconds

Bob and Brad demonstrate how to release your hip in thirty seconds.

Graston Technique

Dr. Elena Warkentin is certified in Graston Technique and discusses how it is aimed at breaking up scar tissue and encouraging fast and effective healing. Old injuries, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, surgical scars, and other conditions respond very well to this therapy.

The Easiest Way to Fix Your Posture (5 min./day)

Bob and Brad demonstrate how to fix your posture in five minutes.

The Best Way to Visualize - Performance Psychology - Visualization / Imagery

Pro Performance President and Pro Player, Luke Vercollone, shares about the best way to visualize.

Stop Sciatic Pain While Sitting

Bob and Brad present how to stop sciatic pain while sitting.

What Is the Difference Between Physical and Occupational Therapy?

This video explains the difference between physical and occupational therapy.

Can You Be Awake and Asleep at the Same Time? - Masako Tamaki

Discover the phenomenon known as asymmetrical sleep, where parts of an animal's brain are asleep while other areas remain active.

Many animals need sleep. But all of the threats and demands animals face don’t just go away when it’s time to doze. That’s why a range of birds, mammals, and even humans experience some degree of asymmetrical sleep, where parts of the brain are asleep and other areas are more active. So, how does it work? Masako Tamaki explores how animals' brains remain vigilant even at their most vulnerable.

Lesson by Masako Tamaki, directed by Biljana Labović. 

Animated by Iva Ćirić, designed by Manja Ćirić.

My FAVORITE Home Office Setup (2021)

Bob and Brad present their favorite home office setup.

Mayo Clinic Minute: Ultrasound Therapy for Pain

Mayo Clinic Minute: Ultrasound therapy for pain following carpal tunnel surgery

3 Easy Stretches For Low Back Pain

Bob and Brad demonstrate easy stretches for low back pain.

Benefits of Physical Therapy & Cutting the Overuse of Opiods

Physical Therapist, Cory Rasmussen, shares information on who is a candidate for Physical Therapy, understanding your pain, and more.

Is It Time for You to Get a Knee Replacement?

Is It Time for You to Get a Knee Replacement?

What Causes Musculoskeletal Pain?

You can feel musculoskeletal pain in your muscles, ligaments, tendons, and bones. What can you do to ease the aches?

The Single Most Important Thing You Can Do For Your Hip Pain

The Single Most Important Thing You Can Do For Your Hip Pain

Treating Soft Tissue Dysfunction - Graston Technique®

When soft tissue is damaged, it will often heal in a fibrotic, haphazard manner and may appear radio-dense under diagnostic ultrasound. The tissue may show thickening, irregular organization or less precise margins as compared to non-injured tissues, which results in a restricted range of motion and, very often, pain and functional limitations. 

Graston Technique offers a positive method of manual therapy that interrupts and breaks this cycle of pain and dysfunctional movement. Historically, GT has had positive outcomes in 75-90 percent of all conditions treated. It is equally effective in restoring function to acute and chronic injuries, and pre- and post-surgical patients.

GMA - Working From Home Hurting Your Back?

Want to change your posture but not sure where to start? We can help! Good posture is not about forcing yourself to sit up straight, it’s about creating life long habits that promote health, comfort and relaxation.

How Important is Physical Therapy? - Essential Health

Get yourself back in the picture of doing the things you love. Dr. Qing-Min Chen talks about how physical therapy can promote a better quality of life

Graston Technique (IASTM) Treatment For Fast Hip Pain Relief

Graston technique, a form of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a fantastic way to increase the flexibility and glide of tissues. Fascia, or myofascia, is the covering over the top of all the muscles in your body. The human body has 650 muscles. All of these muscles need to be able to glide and slide past each other.

How Long Should Your Naps Be? - Sara C. Mednick

Your eyes get heavy and gradually close… But wait! It’s only lunch time and you still have so much to do. Would taking a nap help? Or would it derail your day? Well, that depends on a few things— especially what stages of sleep the nap includes. Sara C. Mednick details the cognitive benefits of napping, and explores the optimal length and time of day for a quick snooze. 

Lesson by Sara C. Mednick, directed by Qian Shi.

How to Get Flexible Hamstrings Without Stretching - DO THIS - Very Simple

Bob and Brad demonstrate how to get flexible hamstrings without stretching.

Working from Home Can Ravage Your Spine! This Can Help

It's easy to get seriously injured from sitting at a desk day after day!

What is Physical Therapy?

What is physical therapy? By definition, it's techniques and exercises designed to restore movement. But, as Alan Evans, P.T., DPT, OCS, our Outpatient Division's Director of Education points out, it is so much more than that. Our therapists bring the gift of healing to the communities they serve. To learn more, watch this short video.

How Bad Posture Can Impact Your Health | WebMD

Bad posture can lead to more than an achy back -- it can affect everything from your internal organs to other joints. Learn more what other health concerns can arise.

Easy At-Work Stretches for Neck Pain and Back Pain

Is sitting at a computer all day taking a toll on your back and neck? Douglas Chang, MD, PhD recommends you take a break from the keyboard once or twice an hour and shows some simple stretches you can do at home or at the office to relieve and prevent those knots and kinks.

What is Causing Your Knee Pain? Torn or Worn-Out Cartilage? 3 Self-Tests

What is Causing Your Knee Pain? Torn or Worn-Out Cartilage? 3 Self-Tests

Chronic Pain Sufferers Finding Relief In Aquatic Therapy

A unique form of physical therapy is gaining patients across the Twin Cities, reports Nina Moini.

Joyful Joints Shoulder

Bob & Brad discuss how to make your shoulder joints joyful

What are the Benefits of Physical Therapy?

Dr. Matthew Lawless explains the benefits of physical therapy for knee pain

Joyful Joints Hip

Bob & Brad discuss how to make your hip joints joyful.

6 Tips for Better Sleep | Sleeping with Science, a TED series

Want to not only fall asleep quickly but also stay asleep longer? Sleep scientist Matt Walker explains how your room temperature, lighting and other easy-to-fix factors can set the stage for a better night's rest.

Joyful Joints Back

Bob & Brad discuss how to make your back joints joyful.

My Secret to Staying Focused Under Pressure | Russell Wilson

Athletes train their bodies to run faster, jump higher, throw farther -- so why don't they train their minds, too? Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson talks about the power of "neutral thinking," which helps him thrive under pressure (both on the field and off) -- and shows how you can use this mindset to make the right moves in your own life.

What Happens to Your Brain During a Migraine - Marianne Schwarz

Find out what’s happening in the brain when you have a migraine and what we still don’t know about this complex disorder.

A throbbing, pounding headache. Bright zigzagging lines across your field of vision. Sensitivity to light, lingering fatigue, disrupted sleep. While an incapacitating headache is one of the most common symptoms, a migraine can include any of these experiences. So what exactly is a migraine? And what causes it? Marianne Schwarz explores what we know— and don't know— about this complex disorder.

Lesson by Marianne Schwarz, directed by Bálint Gelley, CUB Animation.

Happy Father's Day!

Happy Father's Day from Fisher Physical Therapy

 

Understanding Cramps, Stopping and Preventing them, Updated science

Understanding Cramps, Stopping and Preventing them, Updated science

Why Healthy Bones Are About So Much More Than Milk | Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter

Drinking calcium-rich milk strengthens your bones -- but it's not the only thing you can do for a strong and healthy skeleton. Dr. Jen Gunter digs deep into the three layers of bone to explain why they weaken as we age and shares what you can do to maintain a healthy frame for years to come.

Think you know how your body works? Think again! Dr. Jen Gunter is here to shake up everything you thought you knew -- from how much water you need to drink to how often you need to poop and everything in between. This TED original series will tell you the truth about what's *really* going on inside you.

Benefits of Aquatic Therapy

Improved muscle memory, less physical sensations, better blood circulation, and easy accessibility are some of the benefits of aquatic therapy.

Simple Exercises to Improve Your Balance- Workout with Jordan

This video is part of a series called, Workout with Jordan. For this video all you may need a chair or surface to hold on to. Join Jordan today to improve your balance.

Treating Soft Tissue Dysfunction

When soft tissue is damaged, it will often heal in a fibrotic, haphazard manner and may appear radio-dense under diagnostic ultrasound. The tissue may show thickening, irregular organization or less precise margins as compared to non-injured tissues, which results in a restricted range of motion and, very often, pain and functional limitations. 

Graston Technique offers a positive method of manual therapy that interrupts and breaks this cycle of pain and dysfunctional movement. Historically, GT has had positive outcomes in 75-90 percent of all conditions treated. It is equally effective in restoring function to acute and chronic injuries, and pre- and post-surgical patients.

Most Important Exercise For Seniors to Master

Bob and Brad demonstrate the most important exercises for seniors to do.

GT: The Industry Leader

Graston Technique®, the originator of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), is the most requested IASTM treatment by patients.

Aquatic Therapy - National MS Society

This video features a discussion about aquatic therapy for people with multiple sclerosis.

How Stress Affects Your Brain - Madhumita Murgia

Stress isn’t always a bad thing; it can be handy for a burst of extra energy and focus, like when you’re playing a competitive sport or have to speak in public. But when it’s continuous, it actually begins to change your brain. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes. 

Lesson by Madhumita Murgia, animation by Andrew Zimbelman.

Why Does My Knee Click With Squatting & Stairs? Is It Serious & How to Fix It

Bob and Brad discuss how to fix your knee clicking when you squat or use stairs.

The Best Way to Visualize - Performance Psychology - Visualization / Imagery

Pro Performance President and Pro Player, Luke Vercollone, shares about the best way to visualize.

Back Pain Tips from a Physical Therapist

Matthew Randall, PT, DPT, discusses low back pain and some of its causes. Physical therapists examine and evaluate a person thoroughly to determine the cause of pain and design an individualized treatment plan.

Why Should You Consider Physical Therapy? Physical Therapy Techniques & Benefits

Why Should You Consider Physical Therapy?

What Is Scar Tissue?

Scar tissue limits the range of motion due to its negative impact on sensory-motor firing rates and frequencies. Abnormal sensory inputs perpetuate a dysfunctional cycle of nervous system sensitization, pain and dysfunctional movement/motor output. Graston Technique offers a positive method of manual therapy that interrupts and breaks this cycle of pain and dysfunctional movement.

Understanding the Benefits of Physical Therapy

Patrick Duff, a physical therapist, discusses the importance of physical therapy on Triad Today.

10 Daily Stretches At Your Desk To Keep Pain-Free & Flexible

Bob and Brad demonstrate ten daily stretches you can do at your desk to be pain free and flexible.

Benefits of Physical Therapy & Cutting the Overuse of Opiods

Physical Therapist, Cory Rasmussen, shares information on who is a candidate for Physical Therapy, understanding your pain, and more.

How Do Pain Relievers Work? - George Zaidan

Some people take aspirin or ibuprofen to treat everyday aches and pains, but how exactly do the different classes of pain relievers work? Learn about the basic physiology of how humans experience pain, and the mechanics of the medicines we've invented to block or circumvent that discomfort.

Lesson by George Zaidan, animated by Augenblick Studios.

Back Pain? It's Not Just Your Spine. It's Your Spine & Hips

Bob and Brad discuss how your back pain may also be involving your hips.

What Is the Difference Between Physical and Occupational Therapy?

This video explains the difference between physical and occupational therapy.

How the Food You Eat Affects Your Brain - Mia Nacamulli

When it comes to what you bite, chew and swallow, your choices have a direct and long-lasting effect on the most powerful organ in your body: your brain. So which foods cause you to feel so tired after lunch? Or so restless at night? Mia Nacamulli takes you into the brain to find out.

Lesson by Mia Nacamulli, animation by Private Island.

7 Reasons You Need Compression Socks. Hint Lebron James Wears Them

Bob and Brad discuss reasons why you need compression socks.

Chronic Pain Sufferers Finding Relief In Aquatic Therapy

A unique form of physical therapy is gaining patients across the Twin Cities, reports Nina Moini.

How to Lift With Neck Pain

This video is part of a series of videos for how to treat Neck Pain

How Important is Physical Therapy? - Essentia Health

Get yourself back in the picture of doing the things you love. Dr. Qing-Min Chen talks about how physical therapy can promote a better quality of life

How to Stop Your Neck From Hurting While Driving or Sitting In A Car

How to Stop Your Neck From Hurting While Driving or Sitting In A Car

How to Grow a Bone - Nina Tandon

Can you grow a human bone outside the human body? The answer may soon be yes. Nina Tandon explores the possibility by examining how bones naturally grow inside the body, and illuminating how scientists are hoping to replicate that process in a lab.

Lesson by Nina Tandon, animation by Giant Animation Studios.

Two Self-Tests & 5 Signs Your Headache is Coming From Your Neck. Plus Possible Causes.

Two Self-Tests & 5 Signs Your Headache is Coming From Your Neck. Plus Possible Causes.

GMA - Working From Home Hurting Your Back?

Want to change your posture but not sure where to start? We can help! Good posture is not about forcing yourself to sit up straight, it’s about creating life long habits that promote health, comfort and relaxation.

Neck Pain? Pinched Nerve? When Do You Need a Doctor Immediately

Neck Pain? Pinched Nerve? When Do You Need a Doctor Immediately

Treating Soft Tissue Dysfunction - Graston Technique®

When soft tissue is damaged, it will often heal in a fibrotic, haphazard manner and may appear radio-dense under diagnostic ultrasound. The tissue may show thickening, irregular organization or less precise margins as compared to non-injured tissues, which results in a restricted range of motion and, very often, pain and functional limitations. 

Graston Technique offers a positive method of manual therapy that interrupts and breaks this cycle of pain and dysfunctional movement. Historically, GT has had positive outcomes in 75-90 percent of all conditions treated. It is equally effective in restoring function to acute and chronic injuries, and pre- and post-surgical patients.

Four Reasons Your Hip Pain Will Not Go Away

Four Reasons Your Hip Pain Will Not Go Away

How to Visualize like a Pro | Sports Psychology

In this video, I will show you how to visualize like a professional athlete. I use sports psychology research to summarize the science of visualization and to give you 3 tips that will help you get the most out of visualization. These tips are used by the best athletes in the world.

How Aqua Therapy Works

Aqua therapy is a great tool to get people with a variety of health challenges moving. So Jane Monzures is headed to the pool to give it a try first hand and learn how it works!

The Single Most Important Thing You Can Do For Your Hip Pain

The Single Most Important Thing You Can Do For Your Hip Pain

What is Physical Therapy?

What is physical therapy? By definition, it's techniques and exercises designed to restore movement. But, as Alan Evans, P.T., DPT, OCS, our Outpatient Division's Director of Education points out, it is so much more than that. Our therapists bring the gift of healing to the communities they serve. To learn more, watch this short video.

Working from Home Can Ravage Your Spine! This Can Help

It's easy to get seriously injured from sitting at a desk day after day!

Is Your Hip Pain Coming From Your Back or Hip?

Is Your Hip Pain Coming From Your Back or Hip? How to Tell.

Mayo Clinic Minute: Ultrasound Therapy for Pain

Mayo Clinic Minute: Ultrasound therapy for pain following carpal tunnel surgery

Graston Technique

Dr. Elena Warkentin is certified in Graston Technique and discusses how it is aimed at breaking up scar tissue and encouraging fast and effective healing. Old injuries, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, surgical scars, and other conditions respond very well to this therapy.

What is Causing Your Hip Pain? Tendonitis? How to Know.

What is Causing Your Hip Pain? Tendonitis? How to Know.

Benefits of Physical Therapy

Learn from a physical therapist about some of the benefits that physical therapy offers

Why You Need to Strengthen These Muscles to Improve Your Balance

Bob and Brad discuss which muscles you need to strengthen to improve your balance.

Working from Home Can Ravage Your Spine! This Can Help

It's easy to get seriously injured from sitting at a desk day after day!

Why You Have Neck Pain with Sleep. & How to STOP IT!

Bob and Brad demonstrate how to stop pain in your neck while you sleep.

What are the Benefits of Physical Therapy?

Dr. Matthew Lawless explains the benefits of physical therapy for knee pain

How Bad Posture Can Impact Your Health | WebMD

Bad posture can lead to more than an achy back -- it can affect everything from your internal organs to other joints. Learn more what other health concerns can arise.