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Can I return to golf after a total joint replacement? The main reasons individuals chose to undergo a total joint replacement surgery (either shoulder, hip or knee) is to reduce pain and get back to doing the things they love. For 26 million Americans, golf is the sport they love to do. Many questions arise […]

Part four- Preventing traveler’s thrombosis   Traveler’s thrombosis is known in medical terms as a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). A DVT is a blood clot restricting circulation usually in the lower extremity. The problem with a DVT is if the blood clot dislodges and travels from the leg to the heart, brain or lungs. It […]

Part three- Seat Adjustments:   Bring your seatback and tray table into their upright and locked position. Not that you would notice it was back.   If you have been on an airplane in the last few years you probably have noticed that airplane seats are not completely designed for the human body. When originally […]

Part two: Managing Luggage: Now that you have packed: carrying, pulling and lifting luggage:   Most people have luggage with wheels.   Luggage with two wheels must be tilted and then rolled. The key to avoid strain to the shoulder and arm is to keep the bag close, avoid letting the bag trail behind because this […]

Air travel: staying healthy and arriving happy. Whether you travel for work or taking the vacation of a lifetime, stay healthy with a few tips from this physical therapist, who loves to travel and wants everyone to stay healthy. The once perceived glamor of air travel in times past has evolved into long lines, safety […]

Let me sleep on that! We all know that sleep is important and that a good night’s sleep makes us feel better and can help us make better decisions, it is estimated that one third of the U.S. population struggle with sleepless nights. We at North County Water and Sports Therapy Center know all too […]

Insurance… Know before you go!   Health insurance is not only a hot button topic for most but can be extremely complicated. People may have difficulty knowing what services are covered, by whom they are covered, what office you can be seen at, and how much you might owe post visit. Most think and feel […]

DSCN9154 Kettlebell Swing Here it is; a detailed breakdown of how to perform the kettlebell swing with tips to keep in mind to facilitate better technique and avoid injury. Enjoy!   Step 1 – Starting position –Start with feet a little wider than shoulder width with kettlebell on floor approximately one foot in front of […]

The Kettlebell swing: Starting with a good foundation To the weekend warrior or the general public when thinking about kettlebells the kettlebell swing usually comes to mind. The swing is not only the most well-known technique but also is the foundation for other Kettlebell exercises. When performed correctly the swing is very fluid beneficial exercise […]

We are bunch of live wires! Neuroplasticity of Human Beings! Often the human nervous system is compared to electrical wires and circuits. It was once thought that after injury or at a certain age these connections were stationary and unable to regenerate. In 2000, American neuropsychologist, Eric Kandel was awarded the Nobel prize in neuroscience for […]