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☕Meet Ally Murray: Athletic Trainer at OPTI Feb 16 If you’ve ever been to Omaha Physical Therapy Institute, chances are you’ve seen our incredible Athletic Trainer, Ally Murray, in action. Ally wears many hats at OPTI. She not...
How Belief Can Boost Physical Well-Being Nov 17 In the 2007 study “Mind-Set Matters: Exercise and the Placebo Effect,” researchers Crum and Langer explored how beliefs about physical activity can influence health outcomes even without changes in...
The Phases of Muscle Building: How to Train for Strength & Growth 💪 Apr 27 Building muscle isn’t just about lifting weights—it’s about using the right intensity, sets, and reps to match your goals. Here are the three main phases of muscle building: 1. Endurance...
Do You Need Physical Therapy or Just Time? 🤕 Apr 7 If you’re dealing with pain or an injury, you might wonder: Should I see a Physical Therapist or just take it easy? Here’s how to tell! Time Might Be Enough...
Exercise As A Treatment for Depression Mar 17 Exercise has proven to be an effective tool in managing and alleviating depression. Physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins, often referred to as "feel-good" hormones, which help improve...
Using Free Weights Versus Machines- Is There a Difference in Outcomes? Jan 27 Are you going to a gym, but don’t know where to start? Well, you are not alone! It can be overwhelming to join a gym because you don’t know...
What Is A Side Ache? Dec 20 Have you ever been running or exercising and suddenly felt a sharp pain in your side? That annoying pain is known as a side ache or “stitch.” It’s a...
Overthinking Pain: How Your Mind Can Make It Worse Aug 18 Pain is a universal experience, yet how we perceive and respond to it can vary widely. Interestingly, the act of overthinking or excessively focusing on pain can actually exacerbate...
Nourishing Away Pain: How Nutrition Can Help Reduce Discomfort Jul 22 When it comes to managing pain, we often think of medications, physical therapy, or even alternative treatments like acupuncture. However, an often-overlooked but highly effective approach lies within our...
What Does Healthy Mean? Jun 22 In our fast-paced world, the concept of health is ever-evolving, encompassing more than just the absence of illness. Health is a multi-dimensional state that includes physical, mental, emotional, and...
The ‘Natural’ Benefits of Nature Jun 2 We are always preaching about the importance of exercise and nutrition on your health but getting out in nature is also very important as well! Spending time in nature...