Superior Physical Therapy Blog

The Role of Footwear in Running Performance and Injury Prevention   When it comes to running, few elements are as essential—or as frequently underestimated—as footwear. While dedication, training, and recovery are all crucial components of a runner’s success, the right...

Running Smarter: Preventing Common Injuries with Biomechanics and Functional Movement   Running is one of the simplest and most rewarding forms of exercise — all you need is a good pair of shoes and the open road. But for many...

Functional Therapy for Healing Plantar Fasciitis: A Permanent Solution with Applied Functional Science   If you've ever experienced a sharp, stabbing pain in the heel during your first steps out of bed or after a long day on your feet,...

Functional Therapy for Healing Achilles Tendonitis: A Lasting Solution Through Applied Functional Science Achilles tendonitis can feel like a cruel irony for active individuals—especially runners, walkers, and athletes who rely on every stride. That sharp pain or nagging stiffness in...

Integrating Mind-Body Techniques into Back Pain Management    Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical help—and one of the most frustrating to manage, especially when it becomes chronic. Traditional physical therapy often focuses on strengthening...

Understanding the Biomechanics of Back Pain: A Physical Therapist's Perspective    Back pain is one of the most frequent reasons people seek medical care, and it often seems to strike without warning—whether you're lifting something heavy, sitting too long, or...

The Role of Posture and Ergonomics in Preventing and Treating Back Pain    Back pain has become a modern epidemic—especially in an age when so many of us spend hours sitting at desks, working on computers, or lounging with mobile...

Beyond the Basics: Innovative Physical Therapy Techniques for Chronic Back Pain    Chronic back pain is one of the most common—and frustrating—conditions affecting adults today. Whether it stems from a past injury, poor posture, degenerative changes, or lifestyle factors, ongoing...

Walking the Greens without Pain: Solutions for Golfers with Knee Problems   For golfers with Knee problems, knee pain on the course isn’t just uncomfortable — it can dramatically affect your ability to enjoy the game, maintain a stable stance,...

The Shoulder Game: AFS Physical Therapy and a Pain-free Golf Swing    When it comes to generating power, control, and consistency in your golf swing, your shoulders play a starring role. They allow you to rotate, elevate the club, and...

Back to the Course: Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain in Golfers   If you're a golfer struggling with nagging low back pain, you're not alone. Studies show that low back pain is the most common injury among both amateur...

Thinking Twice About Shoulder Surgery: Why Science Says You Should Try Physical Therapy First If you've been told you need shoulder surgery for a rotator cuff tear, impingement, or labral tear, you might want to reconsider. Dr. Ian Harris, a...