Add These SPICES to Your Fall Wellness Routine

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Jody Thatcher PT, MPT

Fall invites us to cook, get cozy and maybe even partake in some pumpkin spice indulgences. But even more importantly, fall beckons us to spice-up our wellness routine. This season, try adding these SPICES into the mix.

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Rest and Recovery October 1, 2021

Recovery can seem like a bad word. Like you’ve done something terrible to yourself that you must atone for. In terms of exercise, recovery is absolutely necessary in order to progress. Recovery is the yin to exercise’s yang. Rest is a crucial part of muscle building and to make changes in soft tissue quality. This […]

Ali Lubbers PT, DPT

Avoid Overtraining Injuries September 1, 2021

Here in Boise, outdoor exercise can be limited in the summer by high heat and poor air quality. And in winter, the darkness, mud and cold can slow us down. When the weather is finally nice out, it can be tempting to increase your exercise to “make up” for lost time. However, this can lead […]

Ali Lubbers PT, DPT

Introducing Els Brady PT, MOMT July 27, 2021

We’re so excited to introduce you to Els Brady PT, MOMT. Starting Monday, August 2, 2021, she will be treating patients Monday through Friday, with late afternoon availability three days a week. While new to Thrive Physical Therapy, she's a skilled and seasoned practitioner. Els is originally from Belgium where she received her Bachelor of […]

Jody Thatcher PT, MPT

Why You Need Cold Exposure July 1, 2021

Back in physical therapy school, one day I walked into hydrotherapy lab to find a huge dunk tank filled with icy water. We were encouraged to sit in this tank for 1-3 minutes. The exact rationale for having us do this has faded in my memory over time. But, what I clearly remember is how […]

Jody Thatcher PT, MPT

Patient Portal: How to Pay Your Bill June 1, 2021

Normally, we collect patient payments at the time of service. But occasionally, patients will owe a balance on their account. The patient portal provides a secure and convenient way to pay your bill. Please follow the simple steps below to pay your bill if you receive an email notification that you have a balance due […]

Jody Thatcher PT, MPT

Patient Portal: View Records May 1, 2021

The patient portal gives you a secure and HIPAA compliant way to view your records related to physical therapy. In this article, we show you where to find your treatment and non-treatment forms on the patient portal. Common records that you'll find include: intake forms that you fill out and attachments that we expose to […]

Jody Thatcher PT, MPT

Hit a Wall With Your Exercise Routine? April 1, 2021

One thing we all need is a daily dose of movement. Unfortunately, sometimes it can feel like you've hit a wall with your exercise routine. We literally hope you do hit a wall, because you can use that wall for exercise! Whether you're working from home or go to the office, there are plenty of […]

Kim Kutzner PT, DPT

Caught Off Balance? Try These Exercises March 1, 2021

Whether you have a balance problem with everyday activities or want to feel more secure fly fishing, working on your balance has many benefits. Most of us are aware that we need to strengthen and stretch, but tend to leave out balance exercises as part of our fitness routine. But balancing isn't just for yogis! […]

Ali Lubbers PT, DPT

Whoa, Your Body Makes Cannabinoids! February 1, 2021

Recently, more of our patients are asking for our professional opinion about supplementing with cannabinoids (CBD or THC) for pain reduction. The honest answer we usually gave to this question was "we're not sure". But now, there's compelling research that supports both natural and supplemental ways to reduce pain using cannabinoids. For the scope of […]

Jody Thatcher PT, MPT

Easily Access Your Home Exercise Program January 1, 2021

Your home exercise program is arguably the most important part of a physical therapy episode. In order for you to have a good outcome, consistency with your exercises is key. Because of this, our goal is to make it easy for you to access your home exercise program. Your lifestyle is unique to you, so […]

Jody Thatcher PT, MPT

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