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When should I see a physical therapist?

Written by sfsydney on June 9, 2014. Posted in Move, Physical Therapy, Pilates, RunRx, TherapydiaCA, TRX, Wellness.

Many of the patients I treat are extremely active, though few make their living playing sports professionally. They are passionate about their lifestyle and sport of choice, and take their health very...

Lindsay Haas, PT, DPT, OCS

Written by Sydney James on May 29, 2014. Posted in movement expert, News, Physical Therapy.

We are excited to welcome Lindsay Haas to the TherapydiaCA team! Sydney and Lindsay worked together several years ago when Lindsay was in her last year of physical therapy school at UCSF/SFSU. Since...

Physical Therapists and Exercise

Written by Sydney James on March 3, 2014. Posted in Move, Movement, movement expert, Physical Therapy, Pilates, RunRx, TRX, Wellness.

Why work with a physical therapist for fitness? PT’s are trained in movement: We are healthcare professionals trained in optimal patterns of movement, posture, and form and will provide...

An Open Letter to Well-meaning Physicians and Well-educated Patients: Volume 1, Pilates

Written by Sydney James on November 25, 2013. Posted in Move, Physical Therapy, Pilates, Wellness.

“My doctor said I need Pilates.” “I have a prescription for Pilates.” “I’ve been doing Pilates for months and I’m not getting any better.” Well-meaning...

It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like…already??

Written by Sydney James on November 1, 2013. Posted in Move, Physical Therapy, RunRx, Wellness.

Ready or not, the holiday season is upon us! The days are shorter, the air is crisp and, believe it or not, decorative snowflakes already adorn San Francisco city streetlights. As our calendars...

A Collaborative Effort: Acupuncture for Athletes

Written by Sydney James on August 27, 2013. Posted in Acupuncture, health, Move, Physical Therapy, Wellness.

Guest post by Vita Yee, L.Ac. Acupuncture Helps Athletes Like You! Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an Olympic athlete, whether you dance for the SF Ballet or for fun, as long as you move,...

Healthy Hydration

Written by Sydney James on August 27, 2013. Posted in health, hydration, Move, nutrition, Physical Therapy, Taste, Wellness.

Guest post by San Francisco-based Nutritionist, Bethany Pianca: We have all heard that staying hydrated is important. It is also widely known that the body is mostly made up of water (approximately...

What is Wellness?

Written by Sydney James on July 26, 2013. Posted in Move, Physical Therapy, Pilates, RunRx, TRX, Wellness.

Seems like everyone I know is a Wellness Coach these days. Sounds great, but what exactly does it mean? As much a buzzword in the health, fitness, and nutrition industry as local, organic,...

Pain IS the perfect excuse…

Written by Sydney James on July 24, 2013. Posted in Move, Movement, Physical Therapy, Pilates, TRX, Wellness.

…to call your physical therapist. I get it. I’m the one who cleans the apartment BEFORE the housekeeper comes. But waiting to schedule because you’re in too much pain...

Suspension Training 101

Written by Sydney James on July 1, 2013. Posted in Move, Physical Therapy, TRX, Wellness.

You’ve probably seen the black and yellow “straps” hanging in your gym or, if you live in San Francisco, you’re just as likely to have seen them anchored to a stop sign...

When should I see a physical therapist?

Lindsay Haas, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapists and Exercise

An Open Letter to Well-meaning Physicians and Well-educated Patients: Volume 1, Pilates

It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like…already??

A Collaborative Effort: Acupuncture for Athletes

Healthy Hydration

What is Wellness?

Pain IS the perfect excuse…

Suspension Training 101

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