by buildpt | Jan 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
During a time of year when so many are hitting the gym and working hard to reach their personal health goals, Hillsboro physical therapist Laura Perry feels many continue to overlook a critical aspect of wellness and function: Strength. “Strength isn’t just...
by buildpt | Dec 3, 2019 | Education
‘Tis the season for considering resolutions for 2020. If you’re like most people, this will likely include a focus on improving health. Whether your goal is to eat healthier, exercise more, or shed a few extra pounds, one thing is clear: living a healthier, more...
by buildpt | Nov 5, 2019 | Uncategorized
As we approach the final weeks of 2019 and look ahead to the new year, clients often approach the Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro / Banks team with some version of the same question: “As I consider health insurance plans for 2020, how do I ensure I select a plan...
by buildpt | Oct 10, 2019 | Healthy Living
Only one in three adults get the recommended amount of physical activity their bodies need each week (according to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition). Impact Physical Therapy of Hillsboro and Banks physical therapist Kent Bond says it’s...
by buildpt | Sep 10, 2019 | Balance
When we’re young, falls are treated as teaching opportunities. “Get back on your feet, brush yourself off and keep moving toward your goals,” we were told. But as we age, falls take on much greater significance. According to physical therapist Laura Perry, when...
by buildpt | Aug 8, 2019 | News
On June 1, 2019, the Banks High School baseball team won the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) 4A State Championship title with help from (among others) Braves assistant baseball coach and our very own founder and physical therapist Kent Bond. Just over two...
by buildpt | Jul 10, 2019 | Healthy Living
In order to give your body the best chance to perform and strengthen, it’s vital to take the time for both active and restful recoveries post workout, said Hillsboro physical therapist Laura Perry. And yet, she added, many people aren’t taking rest and recovery...
by buildpt | Jun 5, 2019 | Aging & Active
As one of the fastest growing sports in America, pickleball has something to offer all ages and abilities, from fitness and competition to just plain fun on the court, says Hillsboro physical therapist Nancy Causton. “Because of the small court size and the speed at...
by buildpt | May 8, 2019 | Healthy Living, Injury Prevention, Sports
Nothing beats a beautiful bike ride in Oregon’s hills and valleys on a summer’s day – except perhaps that well-earned pint with friends afterward. And according to Hillsboro physical therapist Kent Bond, this enjoyment (and the exercise that goes with it) can be...
by buildpt | Apr 3, 2019 | Healthy Living, Joint Replacement, Pain Relief, Sports, Uncategorized
Despite the reasons someone gets into running – to improve fitness, lose weight, relieve stress or to compete – 65 percent of runners will experience injuries, says Hillsboro physical therapist Laura Perry. But whether you’re working toward that half-marathon or...
