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Lower back pain is a common ailment. Try these physical therapist-recommended stretches right at your desk chair to help.

When NFL hopefuls go through drills in the NFL Combine, millions of dollars are on the line but these drills can help you, too, as you chart your athletic progress or as your PT decides if you're ready to get back to activity after an injury.

Occasionally poor runner’s etiquette can get in the way of having a good race day experience. Here are a few helpful tips whether you’ve never run a race before or are a seasoned competitor. 

Jennifer Thompson has been a power lifter since 1999. She’s 45 now, but notes what most people don’t know about a sport that can sometimes seem mysterious is that humans actually have the capacity to continue to gain muscle and strength well into their 50s.

It’s common to see runners and other athletes prepare for training by quickly touching their toes or stretching their quads. But how long should you really be holding a stretch?

11 ways to participate in Tuckfest, a celebration of adventure sports, craft beer, and live music.

Work can be a pain. Whether in a car or at a desk, we know sitting can cause our bodies pain and discomfort.

We know we shouldn’t sit all day, but most of us have to make a living, which in many cases means we’re stuck at a desk – and in a chair – most of the day.

The medical knowledge gleaned from the NFL Combine (which itself was started by physicians) will inform the draft. 

Running in the winter can be an exhilarating challenge. But it also presents unique challenges and can add a higher risk for injuries.

Activities and professions that require a lot of sitting can also result in a lot of pain. At the end of your day, try these stretches to get those sore muscles moving.

It’s not as well-known as its companion muscle the gluteus maximus, but the gluteus medius has an important job: to stabilize the pelvis and hips. Here's what to know about sitting.

We think about stretching our backs, massaging our necks and taking care of the part of our bodies that work that hardest, but hands can be overlooked. A specialist offers three ways to give your hardworking hands a little TLC.

Whether you work from home or in an office, there are proper ways to set up a workstation that encourages comfort and efficiency. 

Charlotte has some great events going on throughout the year. Here are nine of the best.

Choose one of these family-friendly Triad hikes for your next family adventure.

These top adventures should be on your North Carolina bucket list for winter.

Tips for Athletes from a Physical Therapist to Increase Neuromuscular Control

Learn how to prevent hamstring injuries with these stretches from a Physical Therapist

Preparing Athletes to Return to the Field with OrthoCarolina Hickory Physical Therapy

After OC Physical Therapist Assistant Mary Jean followed through on a year of Pilates classes, she looks back at the results she’s seen, including a 15-second reduction in her mile pace.

Foot and ankle specialist performs four surgeries in just two months on patients who have sustained injuries while riding scooters.

Skiing and snowboarding are thriving across the South thanks to advanced snowmaking technology and improved amenities at resorts.