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The Importance of Unilateral Training

Here at Refuge, we love to train unilaterally! What does this mean? Unilateral training is any movement that emphasizes one side of the body (arm, leg, trunk/core) at a time rather than using both sides simultaneously. The asymmetry in this training allows us to recognize instability and weaknesses more easily. With this unilateral training, a person is less likely to compensate for weakness.

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What Is ART?

Have you heard of ART? Active Release Techniques (ART) is a soft tissue technique that was developed by chiropractor Michael Leahy in 1985. ART is used to release muscle tension and relieve pain to allow improved mobility and function.

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Why You Shouldn't Stress Over Your MRI Results

Have you ever had an MRI? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a diagnostic tool used to help medical professionals observe the structures inside the body. An MRI uses powerful magnetic fields and radio waves to affect the hydrogen protons within the body and measure the relative water content in the body’s tissues. The brain, spinal cord, nerves, muscles, ligaments, and tendons are seen much more clearly with MRI than on regular x-rays and CT scans.

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Are You Tired of Neck Pain/Stiffness?

Do you sit for more than 1-2 hours at a time? Does your neck feel sore, stiff, or achy towards the end of the day?

Neck stiffness limits mobility and can cause pain. Neck stiffness can be caused by an injury, repetitive stress, muscle imbalance or improper, prolonged loading due to poor posture and ergonomics. Neck stiffness puts added stress on the muscles, joints, and nerves of the head, neck and shoulder.

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Vertigo- Do You Struggle with Dizziness?

Have you ever felt like the room was spinning? Have you been so dizzy that you were unable to get out of bed or go to work? Have you been afraid of falling down?

Did you know that dizziness is among the most common conditions in the United States, affecting 5.5% of the population?

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Dry Needling…What’s the Hype About?

Dry needling is a very popular form of manual therapy that many practitioners are using in the clinic to help patients with pain relief.

So what exactly is dry needling?

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Are Stress/Emotional Health and Pain Related?

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Want to be Unstoppable on the Basketball Court?

We are so passionate about keeping our athletes healthy and preventing injury here at Refuge Physiotherapy. Our love for basketball runs deep, as Dr. Maggie played collegiately at Ole Miss. She loves working with all athletes, but especially her basketball players!

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Keys to Improving Your Golf Swing and Playing Pain-free

Have you been having pain when golfing or difficulty with your golf swing due to pain or lack of mobility? Then, this information is for you!

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Guide to Running Pain Free

Are you having pain with running? We have some helpful guidance for you. In this blog, we will show you ways to stay healthy for running, whether you are a leisure runner or are training for a race.

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Why We are a Self-Pay Physical Therapy Model

“Do you accept my insurance?” We are often asked this question.

Refuge Physiotherapy is an out-of-network provider, meaning we do not bill insurance. Why?

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Choose Physical Therapy FIRST!

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Hip Hinging…Ever Heard of It???

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The Importance of Sleep

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Welcome to Refuge :)

Welcome to Refuge Physiotherapy! My name is Maggie, and I am the owner and head physical therapist here at Refuge. I am excited for you to get to know more about me and my “why”.