We live in Northern MN where we go through a good bout of the year with less sunlight. Less sunlight can equal lower levels of vitamin D in our bodies which in turn increases the risk for thyroid dysfunction.  Sunlight exposure can also help regulate cortisol production, a hormone that plays a role in stress response and energy levels. Cortisol and thyroid hormone production are closely linked, and high cortisol levels can decrease the body’s ability to convert T4 to T3, the active form of thyroid hormone. Therefore, getting enough sunlight (UV) exposure can help regulate cortisol production and potentially improve thyroid function...

The KBL Pure Energy 5.0 Tanning Tower is a state-of-the-art tanning experience designed to beautify your skin and optimize your vitamin d levels naturally through your skin. The powerful Vibranano whole body vibration plate stimulates body toning and increased bone density in response to applied G-forces. Each can be done separately, but done together provide an amazing wellness experience. This is another premium service that is available at Warroad Physical Therapy 24/7.

The Cleveland Clinic reports this about Red Light Therapy. “Red light therapy (RLT) is an emerging treatment that’s showing promise in treating wrinkles, redness, acne, scars and other signs of aging.”2 It goes on to report that red light: stimulates collagen production, which gives skin its structure, strength, and elasticity.

Zhang et al3 performed 30 sessions of red light phototherapy and monitored various skin properties which all responded dramatically to improved skin health as shown in the pictures below.

Warroad Physical Therapy is excited to offer whole-body Red-Light therapy to our community. Our heavy-duty Red-Light Wellness bed uses 2000 therapeutic LEDs, accommodates up to 450-pound clients, and is made in the USA. It combines red-light (625-670 nm) and near infrared light (830-910 nm) over your whole body to provide cutting edge health and wellness care that is typically only available in the metro areas but is now available right here. Soon, we will be 24/7 access when you need and want it most.

Come by Warroad Physical Therapy and take one step closer to a healthier you! LIVE better, FEEL better, LOOK better, TODAY!

One in four women over the age of 18 experience an episode of urinary incontinence.

So why aren’t the clinics flooded with women addressing this issue? For most women

they assume it is a common part of aging. Some of the other reasons are shame,

embarrassment, and not wanting another person up in their business.

Do You Have a Solid Foundation?

Your pelvic floor is important for both urinary and bowel continence, aids in support of pelvic organs, stabilizes the low back and hips and enhances sexual function. It can be your solid foundation.

Diastasis can often be corrected by specific, properly-performed, exercises that target the abdominal muscles as well as pressure control. We can tell you what movements are harmful and how to avoid them. You don’t have to “just live with it”.

“Youch! There’s a nasty pain in my heel every time I walk. It’s worse in the morning and at the end of the day and it’s killing me. This has been bugging me for months ever since Christmas shopping”

Chances are that you have plantar fasciitis. The good news is that it’s easier to treat than to say. Severe pain in the foot is common and in the early to middle stages of injury it is very treatable.

Does work have your neck in knots? Neck pain on the side near the top of the shoulder is annoying to say the least. It screams at you just when you settle in at your desk. The only thing that keeps you going is a rotation of different pain medications. Getting that next job done is a priority so you’ll just have to live with it for now.

Pain in the side of the neck and upper shoulder is typically from a muscular “knot” or trigger point. A trigger point is a malfunctioning area of muscle that is contracted and balled up. Massage, heat, stretching, and exercise all help but never really make it go away. I have treated trigger points that were painful for over 10 years and pain-free within 1-2 visits.

Warroad Physical Therapy leads the area with the best conservative treatments available to get you on the road to recovery…for good! Before you know it your next job will be pain-free and you’ll be able to get more done.