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Runner's Total Body Diagnostic Assessment

Who needs a Runner’s Total Body Diagnostic Assessment? This program is for anybody that currently runs or would like to run more. It is for those who would like to assess the strength, mobility, and stability of their body to run efficiently.

May 14th, 2025

Menstrual Cycle Phase Based Rehabilitation

When it comes to physical therapy—especially pelvic health—there’s no such thing as one-size-fits-all. Just like every person is different, so is every day of your cycle.

Apr 11th, 2025

The Importance of Pre-Rehabilitation Before Knee Surgery: Setting Yourself Up for Success

If you’re preparing for knee surgery—whether it’s an ACL reconstruction, total knee replacement, or a meniscus repair—you may be wondering what you can do to ensure the best possible outcome.

Mar 12th, 2025

How to improve your health and fitness in 2025.

Ideas for improving health and fitness.

Jan 15th, 2025

Do you know how to breathe properly?

Have you ever noticed holding your breath as you lift up your grocery bags, or go from sitting to standing, or during exercising? Have you ever noticed with cardio feeling a lot of strain in your neck?

Dec 9th, 2024

Get Strong with Less Strain: The Benefits of Blood Flow Restriction Training in Physical Therapy

What if there was a technique that could help patients build strength, endurance, and even muscle mass—all without the strain of heavy weights? Enter Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training, a game-changer in the world of rehab and physical therapy!

Nov 6th, 2024

Having a lower body surgery? What equipment can help me prepare and rehab?

Undergoing lower extremity surgery—whether it’s for a knee, hip, or ankle—can be a daunting process, and recovery starts long before you enter the operating room. Pre-surgery preparation, often referred to as “prehabilitation” or “prehab,” is essential.

Oct 9th, 2024

Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinitis Treatment...What are my options?

Each treatment modality traditional physical therapy or radial pressure shock wave offer unique advantages in managing rotator cuff calcific tendinitis. For patients seeking non-invasive options, shock wave is a promising alternative targeting calcium.

Sep 9th, 2024

Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain, affects many individuals, especially those who are physically active or spend long hours on their feet. Shockwave therapy is a promising option that’s gaining traction in the physical therapy community.

Aug 7th, 2024

The Vital Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy After Prostatectomy

Undergoing a prostatectomy, the surgical removal of the prostate gland, can be a daunting experience. One of the most effective ways to manage these post-surgical issues is through pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT).

Jul 1st, 2024

Unlocking the Benefits of Pilates: Why It's Good for You

Pilates has emerged as a popular choice for many. This exercise system, developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, emphasizes core strength, flexibility, and mindful movement. Here is why Pilates is good for you:

Jun 3rd, 2024

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Feb 20th, 2024

"Tis the Season (to choose your Health Insurance Plan!!!)

We are now deep into open enrollment in California (running from Nov. 1 - Jan 31), during which you are able to choose the health insurance plan that will serve you (or not) throughout the next year. This blog post will help understand the basics.

Nov 28th, 2023

Hip Pain? You May Have an Impingement

Hip pain can be nagging, frustrating, and even downright debilitating. Although we do not have the time in this blog to address all types of hip pain, we will address one in particular that we are seeing more and more: Femoroacetabular Impingement.

Aug 7th, 2023

Are you physically ready for Pickleball?

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America. Is your body prepared to enjoy it and stay injury free?

May 26th, 2023

Are you getting older?

Are you getting older? Do you have hard time with activities that used to be easy? Are the things that make you smile starting to become a chore?But does getting older mean we should stop doing the things we love? My short answer is a resounding NO!

Apr 13th, 2023

Titleist Golf Fitness Assessment

Pipeline Physical Therapy is excited to offer Titleist Golf Fitness Assessments!

Mar 6th, 2023

Run More Efficiently: Do you have these 3 elements?

Doctor of Physical Therapy discusses 3 important elements that are integral to efficient and essential to remaining injury-free.

Feb 7th, 2023

Introducing Shockwave Therapy!

Now introducing the next generation of shockwave therapy using Radial Pressure Wave technology.

Jan 9th, 2023

Tips for a Painless Holiday Season!

Doctor of Physical Therapy provides 4 simple tips to help you to a pain free holiday season this year!

Dec 12th, 2022

Can I use my HSA/FSA/HRA insurance benefits for Physical Therapy?

Physical Therapy is covered when using HSA/FSA/HRA insurance benefits. Some terms may apply depending on the insurance company and any employer-imposed limitations.

Nov 28th, 2022

Your Rotator Cuff Could Be Causing Shoulder Pain

Shoulder Pain can be debilitating and lead to limited participation in sports, cooking, cleaning, yard work, and even sleep. It can make you weak, frustrated, and affect your ability to focus on the things important to you. Find out about a common cause:

Oct 10th, 2022

Help! Fix my aching back!

Here is a snapshot of an unbiased review of the best treatments for low back pain based on current research.

Sep 14th, 2022

Shoulder Pain Reaching Overhead? You May Have Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

Do you have shoulder pain when reaching overhead to put kitchenware away, behind your back to put on a belt, or across your body when turning your steering wheel? How about when throwing a baseball or football? If so, you may be experiencing a shoulder...

May 23rd, 2018

One muscle that could completely change your nagging shoulder problems!

The shoulder is one of the most amazing joints in the human body, with an incredible range of motion and the potential for handling significant loads in almost all directions. However it’s one of the most commonly injured areas of the body, and...

Mar 11th, 2018

A Crash Course on the Pelvic Floor

Most of us do not really give too much thought about what goes on down there. Our bodies do their thing, and we don’t question it… That is until there is a problem… Then we think about it a lot.

Dec 15th, 2017

Are you exercising your legs correctly?

Let us be honest, most of us are not reviewing our exercise programs to see if they are affecting our performance in life or athletics. Does the leg press or leg extension machine really make my quadriceps fire at the proper rate to help reduce...

Nov 27th, 2017

What Is Pain?

Doctor of Physical Therapy in Oceanside, California Discusses Pain and What You Should Know to Better Understand Yours…

Mar 13th, 2016

The Female Athlete Triad

Have you ever wished that your period would just stop for a while? That you wouldn’t have to deal with those annoying cramps and bloating? I am sure that many of us have felt this way at some time or another.

Mar 13th, 2016

5 Keys to Success With Injury Rehabilitation

Want to get the most out of your Injury Rehabilitation Program? Doctor of Physical Therapy in Oceanside, CA shares his tips on getting the most out of your treatment…

Mar 13th, 2016

How Physical Therapy Can Help Your Pulled Hamstring

Read more to find out how your local Doctor of Physical Therapy can help with your hamstring pain and get you back doing the activities you love...

Mar 13th, 2016

Try Physical Therapy Before Knee Surgery

Contemplating surgery for your knee pain? A recent medical study suggests you may avoid going under the knife with Physical Therapy treatment…

Mar 13th, 2016