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David Gilboe & Associates
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What You Can Expect After a Total Knee Replacement
If you are about to have or are considering a knee replacement, then you have probably been dealing with knee pain for some time....

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I.T. Band Syndrome: Common Causes & Treatments
IT band syndrome is a common overuse injury that occurs frequently in runners and cyclists but can occur in other populations. Your IT...

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Rotator Cuff Tears: Information & Treatment
One of the most common causes of shoulder pain can be attributed to a rotator cuff injury. Injuries to the rotator cuff can include...

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Hip & Knee Osteoarthritis: Important Facts
Hip and knee osteoarthritis are chronic pain conditions that causes inflammation, degeneration and wearing away of cartilage at joint...


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Plantar Fasciitis: Risks, Treatment, Recovery
One of the most common foot conditions treated by health care providers is plantar fasciitis. The condition usually begins as pain on the...


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Feeling Closed in? 3 Fun Activities for (Grand) Kids & (Grand) Parents
With most children home with their parents or grandparents, facing experiences that can be very stressful, we understand how important it...

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9 Tools for Happier Hands!
In this week's 2020 MOBILITY INSIGHT with GILBOE, we are highlighting 9 great tools you can use to protect the joints in your hands,...

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The No. 1 Thing You Can Do to Improve Your Physical Therapy Experience
Dealing with the pain and limited mobility associated with an injury or illness can be stressful for so many reasons. You might have...

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How a Well-Balanced Diet Impacts Your Mobility
For those who struggle with food, the holidays followed by the beginning of a new year can be overwhelming. The pressure to adopt (and...


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Our Christmas Wishes for You!
Our patients, friends, and colleagues, we are most grateful for the opportunity to provide physical and occupational therapy to our...

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BEFORE HAVING A JOINT REPLACEMENT... What you need to know
Joint replacement surgeries like knee and hip replacements are on the rise. With many Baby Boomers approaching their 70s, this trend is...

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Thoughtful Support - Children, Summer Sports & Back Pain
One of the most cherished gifts you can give a child, are memories of you sitting in the bleachers at their games cheering them on. The...

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YARD WORK AHEAD: How to Keep the Spring in Your Step
As we head into early spring and prepare to clean up our lawns and gardens, it’s a good idea to remember how to take care of our bodies...

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Gray Sky Blues: Movement & Mood!
Waking up day after day to dark cloudy skies, can impact not only your mood, but also your movement. At a time when it becomes even more...
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Low Back Pain? 3 Main Causes You Want to Avoid
Most healthcare professionals would agree that back pain is a complicated issue. While up to 80% of Americans will suffer from back pain...
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What is Dementia? How Does Rehabilitation Therapy Help?
Getting older can be scary. We worry about weaker bones and osteoporosis. We worry about losing our balance and falling, which can lead...
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Why Are Young Athletes Burning Out of Sports?
There are many reasons to sign your kids up for sports teams. They’ll build strong muscles and bones by being active, make friends and...
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Bone Fractures: How PT Helps
The process of healing a bone fracture is most commonly determined by the type of bone fracture that occurred. Helping us understand...
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Camping Safety: 3 Easy Tips for Protecting Your Back
Ah the great outdoors! Summer is here! Let the camping adventures begin! Sitting by the fire with friends and family, roasting...
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