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Exercise & Fitness
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Mike’s Comeback Story!
Aug 9
Mike Thiem is no stranger to injury. In fact, when you look at his medical history, it appears he is good friends with it! Fortunately for us at Omaha Physical...
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How To Use the Cool Down for Injury Prevention
Jul 31
Improving Neuromuscular Efficiency through a Cool Down is Key with Injury Prevention
Sometimes all you want to do after a soccer game or practice is sit on the ground and...
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Staying Comfortable and Healthy at Work
Jul 17
Keeping it Comfy at Work!
Ergonomics: Merriam-Webster defines ergonomics as an “applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people interact most efficiently and safely.” ...
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Omaha Physical Therapy Institute has been serving Omaha for 10 YEARS!
Jul 9
Omaha Physical Therapy Institute is Celebrating It’s 10 Year Anniversary!
It’s hard to believe that it has already been 10 YEARS since we opened Omaha Physical Therapy Institute (OPTI). From...
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OPTI’s SoccerFIT Medically Based Soccer-Specific Conditioning Program
Jun 21
SoccerFIT
The OPTI Comeback Club SoccerFIT Program is geared towards former OPTI patients who are training for college soccer but is also open to high school aged athletes (if space...
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Recommended Pitch Counts for Youth Baseball
Jun 14
Recommendations from USA Baseball Regarding Pitch Counts for Youth Players
Based upon its expertise and review of existing studies, the USA Baseball Medical & Safety Advisory Committee makes the following...
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Avoiding Injury in Baseball and Softball
Jun 7
Avoiding Injury in Baseball and Softball
As physical therapists, we are experts in the treatment of injuries and pain. However, an important aspect of our profession is educating coaches on...
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Fight Sitting with Movement!
Apr 24
In today’s world, the sedentary lifestyle is real. Let’s face it, between sitting at our desks, our cars, or in front of the television, times have changed. Technology today...
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Interval Impact Workout!
Mar 29
IMPACT PROGRAM
Below is a simple cardiovascular and strength circuit that can be done at home! You can make this workout as easy or as hard as you want. If...
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You Have a Choice
Mar 8
An unexpected or expected injury/surgery has recently occurred in your life or a family member’s life. You make sure and do your research on which physician is/will treat you...
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Teresa’s Journey to a Healthy Lifestyle
Feb 24
“Omaha Physical Therapy Institute (OPTI) has helped me to lay the foundation for an active and healthy lifestyle! My time at OPTI was one filled with laughter, sincerity, and...
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You vs. The Ice: Make Sure You Win The Battle
Jan 16
With “Icemageddon 2017” in full force right now, it is important to know how to properly handle the icy conditions, specifically on porches, sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots. This...