Physical Therapy BLOG
At Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance, we promise to deliver the “modern” in “Modern Rehab and Performance”. Our state-of-the-art techniques and personalized treatment plans ensure that every patient gets the best possible care. Our commitment drives us to share insights through our physical therapy blog to empower our readers.
We invite you to explore our various articles that cover a wide range of topics relevant to health and wellness. Feldman Physical Therapy blog keeps you updated on the latest in physical therapy and our community.
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Our primary aim with the physical therapy blog is to empower individuals with knowledge to prevent injuries. Together, we can enhance your performance and promote longevity through informed choices. The human body is complex yet resilient; with the right loads, it adapts and thrives.
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Understanding ACL Tears
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main stabilizing ligaments of the knee joint and has garnered somewhat of an infamous reputation in the health and sports populations. In light of the continued questions from our clients, I
When To Schedule Your Post-Op Physical Therapy
So you or someone you know is having surgery, and you know you will need physical therapy after your surgery, but when should you schedule that first visit? Depending on what surgery you are scheduled for when you start physical
Does your ankle need unstable surfaces for stability training?
Ankle sprains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries, resulting in a loss of stability at the ankle joint. Subsequently, there is no shortage of approaches for treating them and restoring that stability. In the age of technology and the
Making Sense Of ACL Tears
Understanding ACL Tears The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main stabilizing ligaments of the knee joint and has garnered somewhat of an infamous reputation in the health and sports populations. In light of the continued questions from
When Should You Schedule Your Post-Op Physical Therapy
When To Schedule Your Post-Op Physical Therapy So you or someone you know is having surgery, and you know you will need physical therapy after your surgery, but when should you schedule that first visit? Depending on what
How To Improve Your Ankle Stability
Does your ankle need unstable surfaces for stability training? Ankle sprains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries, resulting in a loss of stability at the ankle joint. Subsequently, there is no shortage of approaches for treating them and
Why PT Is Important During Pregnancy
Why Physical Therapy is Important During Pregnancy Pregnancy, while often filled with joy and excitement, can also come along with discomfort and challenges due to the body’s adaptations to accommodate a growing baby. Physical therapy during pregnancy can be a
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game?
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game? While we often discuss injuries and preventing injuries, today I’m tackling a bit of the “performance” side of Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance. Let’s talk about what your athlete should be eating
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game?
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game? While we often discuss injuries and preventing injuries, today I’m tackling a bit of the “performance” side of Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance. Let’s talk about what your athlete should be eating
Overcoming the Unexpected: A Physical Therapist’s Journey Back from Injury
Overcoming the Unexpected: My Journey Back from Injury As a physical therapist, I’m well-versed in the challenges of injury and recovery. I counsel patients daily on how to navigate the ups and downs of rehab, but recently, I found myself
Mastering New Skills: Practice Styles To Enhance Learning
Mastering New Skills: Practice Styles to Enhance Learning Learning a new skill requires not just dedication but also the right approach. Believe it or not, there are actually specific and effective practice styles that you can employ to optimize skill
Understanding ACL Tears
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main stabilizing ligaments of the knee joint and has garnered somewhat of an infamous reputation in
When To Schedule Your Post-Op Physical Therapy
So you or someone you know is having surgery, and you know you will need physical therapy after your surgery, but when should you schedule
Does your ankle need unstable surfaces for stability training?
Ankle sprains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries, resulting in a loss of stability at the ankle joint. Subsequently, there is no shortage of
Making Sense Of ACL Tears
Understanding ACL Tears The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main stabilizing ligaments of the knee joint and has garnered somewhat of an
When Should You Schedule Your Post-Op Physical Therapy
When To Schedule Your Post-Op Physical Therapy So you or someone you know is having surgery, and you know you will need physical therapy
How To Improve Your Ankle Stability
Does your ankle need unstable surfaces for stability training? Ankle sprains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries, resulting in a loss of stability
Why PT Is Important During Pregnancy
Why Physical Therapy is Important During Pregnancy Pregnancy, while often filled with joy and excitement, can also come along with discomfort and challenges due to
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game?
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game? While we often discuss injuries and preventing injuries, today I’m tackling a bit of the “performance” side
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game?
What Should Youth Athletes Eat Before A Game? While we often discuss injuries and preventing injuries, today I’m tackling a bit of the “performance” side
Overcoming the Unexpected: A Physical Therapist’s Journey Back from Injury
Overcoming the Unexpected: My Journey Back from Injury As a physical therapist, I’m well-versed in the challenges of injury and recovery. I counsel patients daily
Mastering New Skills: Practice Styles To Enhance Learning
Mastering New Skills: Practice Styles to Enhance Learning Learning a new skill requires not just dedication but also the right approach. Believe it or not,
Cheers To 10 Amazing Years
Cheers To 10 Amazing Years Every year I write a little post here about what has changed in the last year. I enjoy looking back on the previous year and dissecting what new things we have learned, and how
Staying Safe During COVID-19
Staying Safe During COVID-19 When I opened Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance in 2013 I had a goal of creating a different kind of physical therapy practice, one focused on health, and prevention. Less reacting to things after they occur,
Not Your Regularly Scheduled Blog Post
Not Your Regularly Scheduled Blog Post Thank you so much for checking out this week’s blog! As you can tell by our title this is not our regularly scheduled blog! So first, YES! We do actually plan all the blogs,
Announcing The Center For ACL Recovery
Center For ACL Recovery Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance is excited to announce the opening of the Center For ACL Recovery. We have found that unfortunately there are far too many people suffering from ACL injuries, and of those
Meet Physical Therapist Ashley Witson
Ashley Witson, PT, DPT Because “Good Enough” should never be “Good Enough” The Drive When you develop a drive, a yearning to achieve, your first thought is how did I get to this point? The story started as a young
Body Weight Strength Training For Runners
Body Weight Strength Training For Runners I hear it all the time from runners I work with, “I love to run, but I never seem to make the time to strength train.” Well Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance is excited
Weekend Warrior Playbook
Weekend Warrior Playbook We are very excited to announce our latest partnership with The Hudson Valley News Network, to create The Weekend Warrior Playbook. Stay tuned for a new episode each Wednesday, we will offer different tips for staying active,
Team Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance Returns
Team Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance Returns For 2017 Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance (FPT&P) is excited to announce the return of Team Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance! Last year’s team members had a great time getting to know each
Team Feldman Turns Physical Therapy Into Charitable Proactive Training
http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/story/sports/recreational/2017/01/23/team-feldman-turns-physical-therapy-into-charitable-proactive-training/96964032/ Thanks so much to Pete Colaizzo and the Poughkeepsie Journal for the amazing story about Team Feldman PT and Performance!
Feldman PT & Performance Endurance Team
Announcing Feldman PT & Performance Endurance Team We hope this message finds you well and that you’re enjoying the change in weather. For us that means more time outside training and wondering how we got so out of shape
Feldman Physical Therapy is now Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance
I am excited to share a big announcement with you, Feldman Physical Therapy continues to grow and as we do we have realized that our name doesn’t do a great job of exemplifying the many services we offer, because of
Cheers To 10 Amazing Years
Cheers To 10 Amazing Years Every year I write a little post here about what has changed in the last year. I enjoy looking
Staying Safe During COVID-19
Staying Safe During COVID-19 When I opened Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance in 2013 I had a goal of creating a different kind of physical
Not Your Regularly Scheduled Blog Post
Not Your Regularly Scheduled Blog Post Thank you so much for checking out this week’s blog! As you can tell by our title this is
Announcing The Center For ACL Recovery
Center For ACL Recovery Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance is excited to announce the opening of the Center For ACL Recovery. We have found
Meet Physical Therapist Ashley Witson
Ashley Witson, PT, DPT Because “Good Enough” should never be “Good Enough” The Drive When you develop a drive, a yearning to achieve, your first
Body Weight Strength Training For Runners
Body Weight Strength Training For Runners I hear it all the time from runners I work with, “I love to run, but I never seem
Weekend Warrior Playbook
Weekend Warrior Playbook We are very excited to announce our latest partnership with The Hudson Valley News Network, to create The Weekend Warrior Playbook. Stay
Team Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance Returns
Team Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance Returns For 2017 Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance (FPT&P) is excited to announce the return of Team Feldman Physical
Team Feldman Turns Physical Therapy Into Charitable Proactive Training
http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/story/sports/recreational/2017/01/23/team-feldman-turns-physical-therapy-into-charitable-proactive-training/96964032/ Thanks so much to Pete Colaizzo and the Poughkeepsie Journal for the amazing story about Team Feldman PT and Performance!
Feldman PT & Performance Endurance Team
Announcing Feldman PT & Performance Endurance Team We hope this message finds you well and that you’re enjoying the change in weather. For us
Feldman Physical Therapy is now Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance
I am excited to share a big announcement with you, Feldman Physical Therapy continues to grow and as we do we have realized that our
FC Malaga City NY – Hudson Valley Soccer Academy
FC Malaga City New York Hudson Valley Soccer Academy This week on Fitness With Feldman Justin John and Ashley were joined by Colin Mccomb of FC Malaga City NY. Founded in 2013 the academy blends the development of
Considerations For Fall Athletes During COVID-19
Considerations For Fall Athletes During COVID-19 Justin: Good Morning everybody. So happy Saturday of Memorial day weekend. I don’t know if I hope I’m not alone in this cause then I’ll be embarrassed, but I completely did not realize that
Fitness With Feldman – Doctor Justin Conway
Modern Orthopedic Treatment Options This week on Fitness With Feldman Justin, John and Ashley are joined by Dr. Justin Conway of Crystal Run Healthcare. Dr. Conway specializes in primary care sports medicine, and non operative orthopedic treatments. On this episode
All Things Running
Fitness With Feldman All Things Running With Jason Friedman This week on Fitness With Feldman Justin, John and Ashley are joined by Jason Friedman of Gunks Runner to talk all things running. Jason is an accomplished runner at many distances
Preparing For Your Next Race
Preparing For Your Next Race In this episode of Fitness With Feldman, Just talks about some easy race prep recommendations for the upcoming Dutchess County Classic. Here are a few: Get into a good sleep pattern now! Hydrate the whole
Performance Anxiety
Performance Anxiety In this episode of Fitness With Feldman Justin is joined again by Vienna Costanzo and this week they are talking about performance anxiety. This is something that we see in many athletes returning to sport after injury, but
The Mind Side Of Sports
The Mind Side Of Sports This week on Fitness With Feldman, Justin is joined by Vienna Costanzo, Vienna is a licensed mental health counselor, she specializes in working with athletes specifically focusing on areas surrounding performance anxiety. In this episode
Learn To Run
Learn To Run Well folks, it looks like we may be able to get outside a bit in the next coming weeks. The rain is slowing, and my yard no longer looks like a swamp. I hope you are all
Summer Training For College Athletes
Summer Training For College Athletes I’m happy to send a nice, warm “Welcome Home” to our college athletes who have recently finished up exams and are back for the Summer. This post will be dedicated to all of you,
Shoulder Pain…Try A Landmine Press
Shoulder Pain? Try a Landmine Press The shoulder is a one of the most freely mobile joints in the body. Because of this, there can be a myriad of injuries that plague this so called ball and socket. There are
How To Treat Sprains and Strains
Acute Management Of Sprains and Strains PEACE & LOVE Sprained Ankle or Pulled Muscle: Show it some PEACE AND LOVE I can’t tell you how many times over the years I’ve been asked the question, “ice or heat” for
FC Malaga City NY – Hudson Valley Soccer Academy
FC Malaga City New York Hudson Valley Soccer Academy This week on Fitness With Feldman Justin John and Ashley were joined by Colin Mccomb
Considerations For Fall Athletes During COVID-19
Considerations For Fall Athletes During COVID-19 Justin: Good Morning everybody. So happy Saturday of Memorial day weekend. I don’t know if I hope I’m not
Fitness With Feldman – Doctor Justin Conway
Modern Orthopedic Treatment Options This week on Fitness With Feldman Justin, John and Ashley are joined by Dr. Justin Conway of Crystal Run Healthcare. Dr.
All Things Running
Fitness With Feldman All Things Running With Jason Friedman This week on Fitness With Feldman Justin, John and Ashley are joined by Jason Friedman of
Preparing For Your Next Race
Preparing For Your Next Race In this episode of Fitness With Feldman, Just talks about some easy race prep recommendations for the upcoming Dutchess County
Performance Anxiety
Performance Anxiety In this episode of Fitness With Feldman Justin is joined again by Vienna Costanzo and this week they are talking about performance anxiety.
The Mind Side Of Sports
The Mind Side Of Sports This week on Fitness With Feldman, Justin is joined by Vienna Costanzo, Vienna is a licensed mental health counselor, she
Learn To Run
Learn To Run Well folks, it looks like we may be able to get outside a bit in the next coming weeks. The rain is
Summer Training For College Athletes
Summer Training For College Athletes I’m happy to send a nice, warm “Welcome Home” to our college athletes who have recently finished up exams
Shoulder Pain…Try A Landmine Press
Shoulder Pain? Try a Landmine Press The shoulder is a one of the most freely mobile joints in the body. Because of this, there can
How To Treat Sprains and Strains
Acute Management Of Sprains and Strains PEACE & LOVE Sprained Ankle or Pulled Muscle: Show it some PEACE AND LOVE I can’t tell you