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Our Naples based TPI Certified Golf Trainer Garrett Rasmussen explains how the Performance team works with golf pros to get our clients playing their best, for longer, and without pain.

Meet Kim Brasser. After finding Performance through a shoulder issue, Kim worked with a physical therapist and personal trainer to complete the transition to focusing on strengthening and return to playing pickleball. Now, Kim enjoys better range of motion, agility, speed and strength, and she can perform at a higher level, coming back stronger than ever after her injury.

After successfully recovering from a car accident, Kristen Conley shifted her focus to personal training and Pilates in an effort to build back her confidence and improve her longevity.

Maximizing the weather in Florida is a must, which is why the golf community is so vibrant down south. With personalized programming and a team approach to care, you can optimize your golf performance by improving your strength and mobility, allowing you to play stronger, longer, and without pain.

Golf is a sport that can be played year-round in southwest Florida, and with the average daytime temperature reaching the mid 70s, it's a perfect time to get out and play. The game offers a lifetime of enjoyment and challenge; however, as with any physical activity, golf can take a toll on the body, leading to discomfort — and even pain. Here are some key strategies to help you extend your golfing years and play the game pain free.

Telehealth and virtual training over platforms like Zoom have proven to be more than just a temporary solution; they are here to stay. The convenience and accessibility offered by remote health services make them particularly beneficial for individuals who travel frequently. Virtual sessions eliminate geographical barriers, allowing people on the move to access personalized training or healthcare guidance seamlessly. Here's how one of our trainers works remotely with his client.

As we look into the future, the field of physical therapy stands on the brink of a profound revolution, driven by the potential of AI. Much like a skilled practitioner, AI can play a pivotal role in differential diagnosis, determining prognoses, developing personalized treatment plans, and in communication, monitoring and progression of treatment plans from afar.

Low back pain is one of the most common conditions someone will experience at some point in their life. While low back pain initially may be scary, there is no reason to worry. The good news is that majority of individuals with low back pain will experience complete recovery, especially when utilizing various conservative treatment approaches.

Warming up effectively will increase blood flow to muscles, prime joints and tendons, and lower the risk for injury. So, let’s settle the debate: what’s the best way to accomplish this, dynamic or static stretching?

Megan Searfoss, owner of Ridgefield and Darien Running Company, joins Britt and Brendan to dive into the rigorous running shoe fitting process that includes a 3D scanner, detailing why the brand and type of shoe matters for the wearer. The trio also discuss the latest trends in footwear, including carbon plating, as well shoe life expectancy and how to deal with companies updating your favorite pair of running shoes.

In the introductory episode of "Marathon Mondays," Britt and Brendan dig into what you should be looking for in a thorough training program, answer frequently asked questions, and debunk common myths. They cover developing a personalized training plan, the importance of different types of runs, how to incorporate strength training, and more.

Regenerative medicine procedures hold tremendous potential for tissue repair and regeneration, and it is important to understand the critical role of physical therapy in optimizing outcomes and facilitating a successful recovery.

Golf is a popular pastime for thousands of Americans. It is also a source of pain for many of those thousands.

Dance is a popular and physically demanding pursuit, inclusive of all genders and ages across the lifespan, around the world.

At Performance we care for patients throughout the lifespan, starting as early as infancy. One of the most common diagnoses in babies that can require physical therapy intervention is torticollis.

We have heard the myth for a long time that you need to decrease your workouts during pregnancy.

The current world’s third ranked golfer and popular Master’s favorite Jon Rahm is the pinnacle of golf fitness, and the perfect example of how to best optimize the body-swing connection.

How Jon Rahm, a Master’s favorite, prepares his body for play The current world’s third ranked golfer and popular Master’s favorite Jon Rahm is the pinnacle of golf fitness, and the perfect example of how to best optimize the body-swing connection. Apr 3, 2023 | Larry Piretra, PT, DPT, CSCS, TPI-M2 The current world’s third […]

Organized youth sports are becoming increasingly competitive and early sports specialization is becoming more popular among young athletes.

Scoliosis is a common diagnosis that we will see in the office and can be managed in various ways, both conservatively and surgically, if necessary. Here's how you can manage it.

Just because the way you train during the winter is changing temporarily doesn’t mean the quality has to suffer.

Approximately 10% of the American population has type II diabetes — and 1 in 3 Americans have prediabetes.

In honor of Bone & Joint Health National Action Week, Pilates Instructor Rebecca Deeley shares a few exercises on the Pilates Reformer that strengthen the muscles around the joints without stressing out the joints themselves.

The best way to optimize golf performance at any age is to optimize total body performance through an integrated team approach.

While some levels of acute inflammation aid the body’s natural processes, prolonged, chronic inflammation causes a variety of health issues, including chronic disease and deterioration of body mechanics.

As fall sports pick back up, there is often an uptick in injuries associated with the increase in training load after a slower summer.

Everyone seems to experience low back pain at some point in their lives, but often wait to address it. Here's why you should get help sooner rather than later.

One of the most common and costly conditions that we see in the clinic is low back pain (LBP).

With the spring coming up, many are transitioning to outdoor running. Here's what you need to remember for a successful transition.

Athlete screens are essential to mitigating the risk of injury and optimizing performance prior to a season. Here's what one coach had to say about the process.

Your heart rate variability can tell you a lot about your health, including stress levels, sleep quality, general readiness and more. Here's how to improve it.

Preventing and treating common knee injuries in the winter Learn about common knee injuries and what we can do before, during, and after to stay active and optimize your health during the winter. Dec 15, 2021 | Jonathon Mendola, DPT Much like the shocks in your car help soften your ride down the road, your […]

Here are some simple winter warm ups that involve mobility work, dynamic stretches and activation exercises from our personal trainer.

How to burn more calories during your walks Walking is a great way to burn calories, but there are ways to increase that caloric burn. Nov 1, 2021 | Performance Optimal Health (CNN)-It’s no secret that walking is good for you. Many of us are trying to get in those recommended 10,000 steps a day […]

When you start to feel your muscles shake, you may feel like you can't finish your workout, but that doesn't mean you should stop.

Though many Americans are working from home, there has been a seemingly counterintuitive increase in work-related injuries. The reason may lie in your commute — or lack thereof.

With Autumn in reach, it's time to stop using treadmills and take advantage of the cooler weather and take your runs outside. Here are the four best belts to make sure you can still have your essentials on your runs.

No pain, no gain, right? Wrong. While you may think soreness after a workout means it was effective, the pain may not be necessary for gains.

Chances are, there's probably a coffee shop within five minutes of where you are currently located.

Experiencing joint pain during exercise is not inevitable. Here are some tips on how to keep your joints moving, loose, fluid and pain-free.

Surgery is not always the first solution to treating tennis elbow. There are numerous established treatments you can try instead, including physical therapy, dry needling and local cryotherapy.

We can all learn from Olympic athletes' nutrition habits. From staying consistent to avoid fad diets, their advice comes from experience

To be the best of the best, you need to perform at peak performance, & Allyson Felix is well aware. Take a look at her intense training regimen.

Depending on which phase of your menstrual cycle you're in, you should approach your training — or recovery — differently.

Progress does not stop with age: how to train for life Age-related declines in physical fitness and health are not a sure thing — here's how you can subvert expectations and stay fit as you grow older. Jun 1, 2021Mathew Welch, ATC, CSCS May 26, 2023 | Elisa LaBelle, PT, MSPT “Oh yeah? Well, just […]

Have you noticed that your energy or power production is decreasing, but you haven't changed your exercise routine? You might be overdoing high-intensity interval training (HIIT).

I wish I had a positive story of why I became a physical therapist – an injury I overcame, a family member who inspired me, a teacher who really pushed me, but my story is a little more negative (but it turned positive in the end!).

Watch our Couch to Competition webinar series on getting back to lacrosse, baseball, golf, rowing and running.

I’ve always been a mover, so it’s no surprise I ended up a physical therapist. What could be better than helping people get back to moving the way that matters most to them?

Ankles, hips, knees, the brain. All places of past injury and all things that shaped me into the person I am today and helped me get to where I am today.