When most people think about building strength, they imagine the “mirror” muscles… the biceps, quads, or abs. But one of the most important muscle groups for functional and quality of life is hidden from view: the pelvic floor. These muscles play a vital role in core stability, bladder and bowel control, sexual function, and overall […]

  A Guide to Safe, Structured Return to Activity After Birth The postpartum period is a special phase in a woman’s life—your body is healing and transitioning back toward pre-pregnancy function all while caring for a newborn. A well-structured plan helps you regain strength, protect your pelvic floor, and gradually rebuild your cardiovascular fitness safely. […]

  Knee pain can be frustrating, affecting not only your ability to run or lift weights, but even daily tasks like carrying laundry up and down the stairs. It can appear out of seemingly nowhere, or with just a minor misstep, or of course a more serious injury. And it can last, boy can it […]

Welcoming a newborn is life-changing. Your body just went through an incredible array of physical and hormonal changes to create this life. Now as you work to feed and nurture this small being, the changes do not stop. Research shows it can take minimum of 6 months but up to over 12 months to experience […]

Unlock Pain Relief and Recovery with Cupping Therapy Are you struggling with muscle tightness, chronic pain, or restricted mobility? Whether you’re an athlete, an active adult, or someone simply looking to move and feel better, cupping therapy may be the game-changing solution you need. At Altus Performance Physical Therapy, we incorporate cupping therapy into treatment […]

Dry needling is a highly effective technique used by physical therapists to treat pain, improve muscle function, and restore movement. It involves the use of thin, sterile needles inserted into specific points in the muscles and tissues to stimulate healing and release tension. While it may seem similar to acupuncture, dry needling is a distinct […]