Head to Toe Physical Therapy and Wellness

Consider seeing a physical therapist BEFORE you experience pain or an injury 🤓

If you are thinking about starting a new workout routine or are going to be increasing your activity level, we can help ensure that you ease into these new activities without pain! 🙌

The mind 🧠 is a powerful tool

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Another win for Team USA! 🇺🇸🏐 Kristen Nuss '16 and Taryn Kloth had their second straight-set sweep after defeating Australia today! Next up? They will take on China on Thursday at 3 p.m. CT. Go TKN!!!

Happy Monday! ⭐Olympics edition⭐

Who's ready?! 🐯💜💛

My Alma mater represented in Paris!!🤎🤍

SPOTTED IN PARIS: Olympian Taryn Kloth wearing MCA socks!!! 🤎😂 Taryn and her teammate Kristen Nuss '16 both love MCA socks! Catch them this Saturday in their first Olympic beach volleyball match! They will take on Team Canada (Bansley/Bukovec) at 3 p.m. CT. Go TEAM USA!!! 🇺🇸🏐🎉

⭐Whether you plan to have surgery or not, ALWAYS consult with a Physical Therapist if you have tears in your rotator cuff. ⭐

We have treated countless patients with rotator cuff tears who ended up not requiring surgery at all. 💪🏼
There are certainly circumstances where surgery is necessary, particularly with individuals who have large tears and lead a very active life.

⚠️We have also treated several patients BEFORE surgery to improve mobility and function before they go under the knife. This helps make the post-op recovery time much more efficient and comfortable than it would be otherwise.

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Pain isn't the only thing that can limit you and affect your day to day life! We are here to help you with any type of functional limitations or physical barriers or discomfort you may be experiencing.

PTs also work in the wellness and prevention realm to help you avoid pain and injury...but more on that later 😉

The Olympics are fast approaching, which means you will probably be seeing athletes wearing some type of kinesio tape.
🤓We often get questions about taping, how it works, and what it "does"

🙌Taping has a lot of wonderful benefits, but it is not a stand alone treatment. In the clinic, it is used in conjunction with therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and/or dry needling. It is simply another tool we can use to achieve the best results possible with our patients. 💪

It's not for everyone, but when used appropriately can yield good results!

💡Myth Buster Monday!💡

⚠️There are times when it is best to rest following an injury or pain episode, but typically the recommended rest period is brief and is NOT focused on avoiding all movement.

Generally speaking, some degree of comfortable motion is always going to be best for your body following an injury or pain episode. A PT can help guide the recovery process and help you return to normal function quickly and comfortably.
⭐️An active recovery, under the supervision of a PT, is recommended for optimal and efficient recovery. ⭐️
‼️AND the sooner you start addressing the impairments, the quicker your recovery will be!

Wishing you a safe and happy 4th of July!! 🇺🇸🎆

💡We are starting a new weekly series in which we bust myths about all things physical therapy!
Check in with us every Monday to learn more 🤓

👉We are kicking things off with one of the biggest misconceptions about pain, and something we hear from patients in the clinic too often.
"No pain, no gain"

😫Pain is your body's way of telling you that something is wrong and that you should make adjustments.
A Physical Therapist can teach you modifications or corrections to make until the underlying cause of your pain is corrected and you can return to normal activity/exercise.👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

☀️Summertime means more traveling! ✈️
Traveling can be physically demanding on your body, but there are ways to keep yourself comfortable so that you can enjoy your trip pain-free!😎

1️⃣ Wear tennis shoes 👟 or some other type of closed toe, supportive shoe. You are doing a lot of walking on hard surfaces in an airport, as well as managing luggage, lifting, carrying, and pushing. Make things as comfortable as you can for your legs and back!

2️⃣ Wear comfortable unrestrictive clothing. This is going to be key when it comes to your comfort while sitting on the plane.💺 If you’re wearing something too tight or uncomfortable, you will likely shift around or change how you are sitting, which could put undue stress on different parts of your body.

3️⃣ Bring a neck pillow or some type of pillow or roll if you plan on falling asleep on the plane. 😴 There’s nothing worse than waking up with a crick in your neck to start your trip.

4️⃣Opt for a backpack 🎒 instead of a shoulder bag for your carry-on, or be sure that your bag is not very heavy.

5️⃣If you have a lengthy layover between your flights, choose to walk around instead of sit. If you move around, it’s going to help keep your body limber, and your joints lubricated, which will help you feel less stiff for the second stretch of your flight. 🤸‍♀️

Happy travels!!💫

“A father is someone you look up to no matter how tall you grow.”

Wishing a Happy Father’s Dad to all the incredible dads out there!💙

Head to Toe is turning 4️⃣ years old this month! 🥳

To celebrate our birthday, we are offering ✨DISCOUNTS✨ for the entire month of June.
🙏 THANK YOU for trusting us with your physical health and wellness needs over the last 4 years! We have thoroughly enjoyed helping you all return to pain-free living!

We are offering:
🎉20% off of initial evaluation visits
🎉15% off of single visits
🎉10% off of ALL packages

Thank you to all the brave men and women for your sacrifice and for your service!❤️💙
🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day! 🇺🇸

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Happy Mother’s Day to all the superhero moms out there! 🦸🏼‍♀️🦸🏽‍♀️💐

🎉Officially in our new clinic space today!! 🎉
Come say hi! 😁

✨ Movement is Medicine ✨

🚗WE ARE MOVING!!

📆Beginning on Tuesday, April 30th, our new address will be:

2901 Ridgelake Dr, Suite 107
Metairie, LA 70002
(Right next to Trader Joe’s)

Thank you for the incredible support of our small business over the last 3 years!
We look forward to better serving you in our NEW clinic space!🙌

TODAY!!🥳

🎉FREE Wellness Fair 🎉
🕰10 am-2 pm
📍at the Christopher Room in Lakeview
6254 Vicksburg St., NOLA

We are so ecstatic to host this event in which we can come together to provide a space for the community to meet and speak with exceptional health and wellness providers, making it easier to prioritize your physical wellness.

🤗It will be a great day of education and movement (and of course, some treats)!

👐We, at Head to Toe Physical Therapy and Wellness will be giving a presentation on “How to Improve Your Work Station” followed by a guided exercise series “How to Reverse Your Computer Posture”

🚺Dr. Amanda Fitzgerald, with Studio Rehab, will be giving a pelvic health presentation and offering a mat Pilates flow, incorporating breath work and pelvic floor engagement

🧘‍♀️Kate O'Neal Aitken, of NOLA Therapeutics, will be offering a therapeutic yoga session, including breathwork, guided meditation, and accessible yoga postures for health and vitality

👶Ashley McInnis and her team at Bright Start LLC will be offering speech screenings for birth to 3-year-olds and screenings for school age children up to 7 years old

🙌 Allyson Johns, Licensed Massage Therapist, will be present to answer questions and discuss any physical ailments you may be experiencing

🍦We will also have FREE ice cream bars by Bof bars from 11 am – 1 pm

✅And of course, Giveaways!

Stop by for a presentation, movement flow, giveaways, or for a treat, and speak with our incredible providers!
‼️Please bring your own mat if you plan to attend the Pilates flow or yoga session ‼️

⭐️Any and all are welcome, so please bring your friends and family, as well!⭐️
We can’t wait to see you!😁

IT'S ALMOST HERE!🥳

🎉FREE Wellness Fair 🎉
📆Sunday, April 21st
🕰10 am-2 pm
📍at the Christopher Room in Lakeview
6254 Vicksburg St., NOLA

We are so ecstatic to host this event in which we can come together to provide a space for the community to meet and speak with exceptional health and wellness providers, making it easier to prioritize your physical wellness.

🤗It will be a great day of education and movement (and of course, some treats)!

👐We, at Head to Toe Physical Therapy and Wellness will be giving a presentation on “How to Improve Your Work Station” followed by a guided exercise series “How to Reverse Your Computer Posture”

🚺Dr. Amanda Fitzgerald, with Studio Rehab, will be giving a pelvic health presentation and offering a mat Pilates flow, incorporating breath work and pelvic floor engagement

🧘‍♀️Kate Aitken, of NOLA Therapeutics, will be offering a therapeutic yoga session, including breathwork, guided meditation, and accessible yoga postures for health and vitality

👶Ashley McInnis and her team at Bright Start LLC will be offering speech screenings for birth to 3-year-olds and screenings for school age children up to 7 years old

🙌Allyson Johns, Licensed Massage Therapist, will be present to answer questions and discuss any physical ailments you may be experiencing

🍦We will also have FREE ice cream bars by Bof bars from 11 am – 1 pm

✅And of course, Giveaways!

Stop by for a presentation, movement flow, giveaways, or for a treat, and speak with our incredible providers!
‼️Please bring your own mat if you plan to attend the Pilates flow or yoga session ‼️

⭐️Any and all are welcome, so please bring your friends and family, as well!⭐️
We can’t wait to see you!😁

⭐️ Check out our event schedule!! ⭐️
Studio Rehab
Kate O'Neal Aitken
Head to Toe Physical Therapy and Wellness

❗️Please bring your own mats if you plan to attend the Pilates flow or Yoga session.

ALSO:

👶Ashley McInnis and her team at Bright Start LLC will be offering speech screenings for birth to 3-year-olds and screenings for school age children up to 7 years old

🙌 Allyson Johns, Licensed Massage Therapist, will be present to answer questions and discuss any physical ailments you may be experiencing

🍦We will have FREE ice cream bars by Bof bars from 11 am – 1 pm

Stop by for a presentation, movement flow, giveaways, or for a treat, and speak with our incredible providers!

Just a few days away!!🤗

Check out our tips for a pain free 🎺⚜️French Quarter Fest weekend ⚜️🎺

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Did you know that in the state of Louisiana, PT's have "direct access"‼️

➡️This means that you can go directly to your PT without a doctor's referral or prescription

This allows faster access to your Physical Therapist, which = ✨more cost effective and time efficient care✨

The sooner you see your PT, the faster your recovery! 💪

Avoid wasted time and unnecessary medical spending, and ✴️ GET PT 1st ✴️

🥳About 2 weeks away!!

🎉 FREE Wellness Fair 🎉
📆Sunday, April 21st
🕰10 am-2 pm
📍at the Christopher Room in Lakeview
6254 Vicksburg St., NOLA

We are so excited to offer a great day of education and movement (and of course, some treats)!

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Head to Toe Physical Therapy and Wellness
🚺 Studio Rehab
👶 Bright Start LLC
🧘‍♀️ Nola Therapeutics
🤲 Allyson Johns

Stop by for a presentation, movement flow, giveaways, or for a treat, and speak with our incredible providers!

⭐️Any and all are welcome, so please bring your friends and family, as well!⭐️
We can’t wait to see you!😁